Monday, February 29, 2016

Top 5 Reasons to Buy a New Dog Collar

A new dog collar is a purchase that every dog owner will need to make at some point over the course of owning a pet. A new dog collar can provide more safety and security for your pup and can look nice as well for when you go out for walks or to a day at the dog park.

Top Five Reasons to Buy a New Collar For Your Dog

There are many reasons why you may make the decision to purchase a new dog collar for your pet.  Five of the big reasons why it may make sense to purchase a brand new collar include the following:

  • Your dog has outgrown his or her old collar: If you get a collar for your dog when your dog is a puppy, your dog is inevitably going to gain weight and is going to end up being too large for the collar. You do not want to have a collar that is too tight for your dog to wear comfortably as this could hurt your dog's neck. You can measure the size of the collar and make sure that it is an appropriate fit by putting the collar on and seeing if you can get two fingers in under the collar between the collar and your dog's neck.
  • Your old dog collar cannot be washed and is dirty: Dogs tend to get into all kinds of dirt, mud, and other things outdoors. Your dog collar may eventually become stained and no longer able to be cleaned. A dirty collar is not going to look nice and you won't want your dog to be wearing it and bringing the dirt into the house.
  • Your old dog collar can no longer be adjusted in size: Most collars are adjustable to accommodate for the different needs of the dog. Over time, however, collars can start loosening up on their own and can't be effectively adjusted. This can be dangerous if your dog's collar loosens up when your dog is walking.
  • Your old dog collar is becoming frayed and warn: The fabric on a dog's collar can begin to fray over time. This is unsightly and it could also be dangerous because the collar could end up breaking.
  • The latch on your old collar no longer stay closed: This is also a safety issue as well because your dog could get loose if the latch opens.

When you have decided to buy a new dog collar for your pet, you want to make sure that the collar fits correctly, is durable, is attractive, and is going to stand the test of time for a long time.  You can shop for a custom dog collar that will allow you to set the colors of the collar, that will allow you to get the collar monogrammed and that will ensure the collar is a good fit for your puppy or dog. Start shopping today to find the perfect dog collar that is custom designed to meet your specific needs.