Picking a collar for your dog.

Now lets be honest, we have all taken a look at a bling dog collar and though “should I buy one”? then common sense has cut in and you have laughed the idea off, going back to your traditional standard issue black leather number.

But not all bling dog collars should be dismissed out of hand, there are some nice examples out there that are not all bright pink and covered in crystals!! If you take the time to hunt around on the internet then you will find some stunning examples that would be fit for a Corgi.

when you pick a collar, try to think about your dogs comfort as much as how the collar looks. DON’T follow the trend and buy one of those nasty nylon numbers, they are cheap and contrary to popular opinion, they are not as comfortable as some people make out. if you are going to buy a leather collar then I would suggest going for a version that has a soft suede interior. These collars are very comfortable around the dogs neck and will not chaif.

Try to look for a collar made out of napper leather, this leather is soft which means it will break in quickly and will not stay rigid. Don’t always think that the quality lies in the thickness of the leather, I can promise you that a good quality napper leather collar will outlast a thick leather collar made from poor materials.

when buying online be sure that you are buying the right size. Some website advertise measurement by “tip to toe” length where as others may show their measurement from the buckle to the last hole. Be sure you know what type of measurements are being displayed and if you are not sure, contact them to find out.

The most important rule is “DONT BUY A COLLAR THAT IS TOO SMALL”. You should at least be able to fit your middle finger between the dog’s neck and the collar quite comfortably. If you cannot do this then the collar is too small. The flip side of the coin is not to buy a collar that is too large, this can prove just as uncomfortable and can also prove dangerous as a loose collar can mean your animal could escape its leash, and you don’t want that happening near a busy road.

I recommend the following website for some fantastic dog collars and dog beds and remember, comfort and quality should come before look and bling.