How much does a dog need to weigh before using this collar? I have one for my corgi but we just got a new lab/mastiff. She is only about 9 lbs at the
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I don't know about the weights per the manufacturer specs, but we have two mixed breed dogs that weigh between 25 and 35 lbs each and this is what we use on them. It comes with multiple sets of prongs for varying thicknesses of coats.
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We have a Maltese and a small mix dog we use them on both are under 10 lbs and there is no problem. The collar beeps at them as they get close to the underground wire and they learn pretty quick what happens if they cross it. The only bad thing is the collar is pretty long for small dogs so you will either need to cut the strap to shorten it or use some electrical tape to fold it up and make it shorter it needs to fit close enough to the neck that they can feel the shock of the prongs.
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The manufacturer web site should have the specific info. For sure a 9 lb puppy is too small, but wait a week and that lab/mastiff will be the minimum 25 -35 lbs
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Sorry that I don't have any idea what the dogs eventual weight is going to be or how young a dog needs to be to begin wearing.
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You can get very small collars for small dogs. Larger dogs can use the regular size, and they come with short and long prongs depending on the dogs fur depth.
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The instructions say for under 40 pounds; however, if you have a tall, thin dog like mine, the weight is not the issue. I would recommend getting a medium if your dog is 16 inches or taller at the shoulder.
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I would not use it on such a small dog. My lab is 75 pounds and I only use the collar on the first setting and he responds well to that but if I go any higher it is to much for him. Every dog is different but I would stray away to find a less intense collar.
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I have a yellow/red lab mix and at 9 months old she wieghs 90 pounds. The collar fits her well and will untill she's grown. Hope this helped. Tina in Oklahoma
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My dog weighs 115 pounds and there is plenty of length for him. I don't think you should have any problems. I got the orange collar on him
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In my opinion this collar would be a little much for a 5 lb dog. My dog is a 50 lb pitbull and it fits her pretty good. My recommendation would be to contact PetSafe to see if they have a smaller one for your doggie. I hope this helps.
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The one I had bought was for a small and medium breed dog.My dog is a pomeranian maltese mix(maybe 8-13 lbs). The collar can be adjusted on it.But the box the probes are on did seem a little bulky and I always had to readjust its location on her.The shock at the lowest setting did not seem to bother her -it was the vibration setting she noticed the most.Also she does have longer hair so maybe it was not as effective as it would have been on a short haired dog.
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My dog weighs 17 pounds and started wearing this harness in a medium when she weighed 14 pounds. She wears a collar that measures 10 to 14 inches. Hope that helps.
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My mom uses this same collar on her 12 lb shitzhu, the collar adjusts to a pretty small size so I think you could get the right fit with some adjusting. Personally, I've used this collar on three dogs for training now and I've never had one hurt, they figure it out pretty quick and the beeping before the shock is a wonderful warning.
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I have a little Yorkie and ordered this collar for her. It is a beautiful collar but way too heavy for a tiny dog. Not sure what to tell you about the neck size but i thought I'd give you that info. Maybe it will help you decide.
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I have a lab and she responds very well to this collar. Our trainer said it's more like a reminder for the dogs. It's not meant to hurt them. But I'm sure if you have to keep tugging at it then eventually your dog would catch on. Our trainer suggested a little leash, it's like 12" long that we connect to it. So we actually pull the little pink leash that's connected to the collar. That way our dog isn't wearing a really long walking leash in the house and it's easier to guide your dog to listen instead of having to grab the chain. The triangle part of the chain goes on the top. With a little patience and consistency I think this collar would help. I have a lab and she responds very well to this collar. Our trainer said it's more like a reminder for the dogs. It's not meant to hurt them. But I'm sure if you have to keep tugging at it then eventually your dog would catch on. Our trainer suggested a little leash, it's like 12" long that we connect to it. So we actually pull the little pink leash that's connected to the collar. That way our dog isn't wearing a really long walking leash in the house and it's easier to guide your dog to listen instead of having to grab the chain. The triangle part of the chain goes on the top. With a... » Read More I have a lab and she responds very well to this collar. Our trainer said it's more like a reminder for the dogs. It's not meant to hurt them. But I'm sure if you have to keep tugging at it then eventually your dog would catch on. Our trainer suggested a little leash, it's like 12" long that we connect to it. So we actually pull the little pink leash that's connected to the collar. That way our dog isn't wearing a really long walking leash in the house and it's easier to guide your dog to listen instead of having to grab the chain. The triangle part of the chain goes on the top. With a little patience and consistency I think this collar would help. « Show Less
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This collar is good for dogs 8 lbs and up who have a neck size of at least 6". If your dog is smaller, it is better to get the little dog collar instead of this one.
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I think the "stubborn" dog one would be wayyyyyyyyyyy too powerful for a 7lb dog. I used the regular collars on all my other Labs, but I had this one who was 100lbs & was very stubborn, so that's why I got the beefier one. I think they have one for small breeds though.
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It might be a little harsh. My dogs are Labrador Retriever's ~ 80lbs. The collars didn't last but a week or two. I had to send them back. I wouldn't recommend.
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Should tell you in product details, I bought small for shepherd puppy & it is good to 14 ". For a mastiff I might choose something more sturdy than this type of collar. Like the manufacturer, particularly their rope collars and leashes which I use on my adult shepherds, they are more secure & very strong.
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I used a fabric measuring tape to measure my dogs neck. She is an 8 Lb miniature schnauzer. I would say a small to an extra small(if that is an option). The charm didn't last a week but the collar itself is great.
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Good Question. It didn't work on our 11 lb. dog either. I had to make myself one by following his example, with sculpey clay and by stitching 2 collars together with it. That did work, but it took a lot of effort. Good luck to you! :)