Types of Dog Collars

Types of Collars for Everyday Use

Flat
Flat collars are simple dog collars with a flat band that may or may not feature padding. Flat collars tend to be the most common option, available in a range of materials, colors, and styles. While great for most dogs, some dog owners find that this type of collar rubs the fur off long-haired pooches.

Rolled
Rolled collars are tube-shaped rather than flat, with padding in the middle. While you can occasionally find nylon rolled collars, most are made from leather or faux leather. These collars tend to be thinner than flat collars, but they're less likely to chafe long-haired dogs.

Dog Collar Materials

You can find dog collars in a wide range of materials. These are the most common options.

Nylon

Lightweight, Wide range of colors and patterns, and are fairly inexpensive, hand or machine washable. Nylon collar can last anywhere from six months to year, however its suggested of any collar once it starts to rear its time for a replaced collar. 

Neoprene
Extremely long-lasting and durable, Dries quickly; undamaged by regular exposure to water, Lightweight, Wide range of colors and Very comfortable for the dog.

Faux Leather
Classic leather look without use of animal products, Relatively inexpensive, may withstand wet conditions better than real leather. Faux leather does not seem to last as long as of material and you may need to replace the collar more often than other material.

Leather
Durable and long lasting if cared for properly, You can easily wipe clean with leather cleaner, that smooths and conditions the collar. A leather collar has a very attractive appearance, with lots colors to choose from. However, leather collars can get stiff and crack, once they get wet they can stretch a great deal and your nice leather collar may not properly fit your dog anymore.

Sizing And Fitting Dog Collars
Size: Dog collars may be adjustable, but they're certainly not “one size fits all.” Imagine putting a Saint Bernard's collar on a Chihuahua and you can see why. How do you find the right size collar for your canine companion?

If you have a bendable tape measure, this is very simple. All you need to do is measure your dog around the neck at the point where the collar should sit. If you don't have a suitable tape measure, use string or ribbon to measure his neck and compare it to a ruler or yardstick.

This measurement will tell you what length dog collar to look for. Typically, dog collars are sold to fit a range of lengths, such as 12 to 16 inches. Ideally, try to select a collar with your dog's neck measurement somewhere in the middle of the collar’s range. If your dog’s neck measures 14 inches, the 12- to 16-inch collar would be ideal. A dog with a 12-inch neck circumference would be better off with a 10- to 14-inch collar.

Fit: When fitting your dog's collar, it should be snug but not tight. Allow enough space so that you can easily fit two fingers between the collar and your dog’s neck.

Regularly check your dog's collar for damage. For safety reasons, replace the collar if it shows tears, fraying, or damage to the buckle or D-ring.

Dog Collar Fasteners
Most dog collars come with one of two fastening types: buckle or snap. Each type has its good and bad points. The fastener may not be your primary consideration, but it's still worth mulling over.

Buckle-Type fasteners resemble what you'd find on most belts, with a prong that fits into holes in the strap of the collar. They tend to be very durable, but they take longer to fasten and undo.

Snap-Type fasteners are made of two plastic parts that slide into one another and clip together. They release by pressing on the sides, much like you'd find on a child's pushchair harness. While they can get damaged or become brittle in extreme cold, they release very quickly, which is useful in emergency situations.

Conclusion
Value Dog Training owner and dog owner Debi prefers The nylon collar, which is lightweight, with a wide range of colors and patterns, fairly inexpensive, and hand or machine washable. I also prefer the nylon collar that has the snap-type fastener.

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