difference between pinch and prong collars
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I find the prong collars much more effective than standard pinch collars. If you have a strong muscular dog, a pinch collar may not provide much correction. You see owners pulling on the pinch collar with way to much force and this only pinches the skin between the chain links. Prong collars link this one gives even pressure with much less force. too much force will hurt your dog. Only a slight tug with command "walk" keeps my dog close to me while walking. She is only 10 months old and I am working her off the prong collar now and she stays by me with just the "walk" command. The chrome polish from the pinch collars flakes off from use. I find much more correction is needed with pinch collars than prong. I find the prong collars much more effective than standard pinch collars. If you have a strong muscular dog, a pinch collar may not provide much correction. You see owners pulling on the pinch collar with way to much force and this only pinches the skin between the chain links. Prong collars link this one gives even pressure with much less force. too much force will hurt your dog. Only a slight tug with command "walk" keeps my dog close to me while walking. She is only 10 months old and I am working her off the prong collar now and she stays by me with just the "walk"... » Read More I find the prong collars much more effective than standard pinch collars. If you have a strong muscular dog, a pinch collar may not provide much correction. You see owners pulling on the pinch collar with way to much force and this only pinches the skin between the chain links. Prong collars link this one gives even pressure with much less force. too much force will hurt your dog. Only a slight tug with command "walk" keeps my dog close to me while walking. She is only 10 months old and I am working her off the prong collar now and she stays by me with just the "walk" command. The chrome polish from the pinch collars flakes off from use. I find much more correction is needed with pinch collars than prong. « Show Less
501577
I find the prong collars much more effective than standard pinch collars. If you have a strong muscular dog, a pinch collar may not provide much correction. You see owners pulling on the pinch collar with way to much force and this only pinches the skin between the chain links. Prong collars link this one gives even pressure with much less force. too much force will hurt your dog. Only a slight tug with command "walk" keeps my dog close to me while walking. She is only 10 months old and I am working her off the prong collar now and she stays by me with just the "walk" command. The chrome polish from the pinch collars flakes off from use. I find much more correction is needed with pinch collars than prong.
501578
As I understand, pinch collars are analogous to choke chains for a pulling deterrent. The prong collars are limited to elicit discomfort but do not choke at all.. I alternate between the prong collar and a standard collar depending upon my Staffordshire Bull Terrier's pulling behavior. She sometimes needs a reminder. Hope this helps.
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I believe they are two different terms commonly used for the same thing. My trainer (who runs a Border Collie rescue) says it is essential to spend the money for a Sprenger because the tips are smoothed properly so as not to hurt the dog. I am very pleased with mine (I have a Golden).
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I love this collar, i also switched it to a normal dog collar and u just need one that can slide through the stots on each side...think they are 1.5 " wide slits. The spare prongs work for a dog who's coat gets thick in the winter. Been used all year, and in water plenty.
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I have used both collars, I wouldn't use a slip collar but a metal pinch collar can work if your dog need that. This one is safer and a bit less painful
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Prongs are rounded all the way around, but taking the links out can be challenging sometimes. If you have any kind of hand pain or decreased finger ability, I would probably recommend one where the chain part has a clip. We have this one from Coastal Pet and one with a clip that we bought at Petsmart for our two large dogs. BUT the clip chain one that we have has come undone once or twice - I'm not sure if it's because it is weaker or if I didn't have it hooked on properly.
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leerburg.com/fit-prong.htm This is the most concise guide I've seen on how to use, fit, and size a prong collar.
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I can't say for sure, but when measuring my PetSafe invisible fence collars--they are 1 3/4 inches apart. I think they are all pretty standard. The only difference between my collar that came with the unit and this collar is the width of the collar band. This collar is a little bit smaller, but it does not affect the performance of the collar at all. I hope this helps!!
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leerburg.com/fit-prong.htmThis is the most concise guide I've seen on how to use, fit, and size a prong collar.
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The collar has different settings. One is a ramp up, one will shock "instantly" and has different levels you can choose. I think it also has a setting that will shock and then reset if the dog doesn't bark again for awhile.
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According to the manual; only the dog wearing the collar will trigger it. That has been my experience as well. It is probably not waterproof, so would not be advisable to be worn if the dog has the ability to get into water. The prongs are about 1/2" long. Mostly covered with rubber with about a 1/8" long metal contact showing. According to the instruction, the fit is critical. Collar needs to be really snug but not so tight as to restrict breathing or cause choking.
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You can buy additional prongs. Here is the Amazon number for the Chrome 3 mm prongs that go with this collar: B0006L2PD8 Each prong is about 1 inch long.
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I've never used a cervical collar so I can't compare the two. From what I've seen, some of the cervical collars are made of plastic and probably not as "compact" as these when stuffing into a pocket or bag. They look almost the same as the cushion cervical collars though. I can say that this particular collar is ribbed horizontally and flares out a little at the bottom creating a nice base. It does allow for a little bit of movement as well. Hope that helps.
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I'm not sure about comparing the brand names, I know that a 1 inch collar is also called a standard collar. It's the same size, used for standard 1 inch bars. Mine fit great and I would use them over the old school ones any day.Hope this helps.
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The prongs do need to contact the throat to feel the vibration so,yes,they push into the throat slightly.The collar does not have to be really tight but just make continual contact .This particular model didnt work for my husbands Peekachu because of his build/lack of neck area vs the size of the receiver. Im a K-9 trainer and have used Bark Collars with great success for many yrs so I do have some background on the collars and their use.Also,just a FYI just in case no ones knows this,These collars(bark collars of all brands) should NEVER be left on the dog continually like a regular collar. The prongs will rub sores on the neck.
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I don't know about the comparison, but I have my collars set high on my min pins. They stay in the boundaries except my male occasionally can run across when he's not thinking about it. I don't think the fence has enough time to respond or his collar bounces away from his neck when this happens. I love this system none the less.
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Herm Sprenger Pinch Collar, 16-Inch, Medium 3.0 Millimeter should be the best fit. You'll need to remove anywhere from 1 to 4 prongs for a proper fit.
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I am sorry that I don't know. I looked on the collar for a number without luck. I think it is vibration as you must have the "box" on their throat area for it to work. Hope that helps.
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Not sure just what you define as a "Regular collar". The tick collar is for control of ticks (Not fleas) and looks much like the old white flea collars. The main difference being that the tick collar actually works (Up to three months).