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Pros And Cons Of Using A Head Halter
from:The head halter is a hybrid piece of equipment. It works on the basis that where the dog's head goes, sooner or later the rest of the body has to follow. It is an adaptation from head halters used for horses. Whereas the pinch collar looks downright menacing, the head halter looks more inviting and almost user friendly. Interestingly, your dog's reaction, and he is the one that counts, is likely to be quite the opposite. He will readily accept a pinch collar but vigorously and determinedly object to the halter, at least at first. The following list describes the principal advantages of the halter, once your dog has learned to accept the effect it has on him:
Calming and tranquilizing: A head halter is helpful with nervous, timid, shy, or hyperactive dogs.
Equalizing: It helps smaller handlers with larger dogs as well as senior citizens and handicapped handlers control their dogs
Muzzling: It helps with inappropriate sniffing behavior, whining or barking, some forms of aggression, and play biting or nibbling.
The following provides some additional advantages to the head halter, as well as some disadvantages.
Benefits of the Head Halter: Available in pet stores and online catalogs; not expensive; required minimum strength to use. On the other hand, disadvantages of wearing a head halter are the following: Potential for serious damage to your dog's neck; considered as a transition tool; your dog does not learn to accept responsibility for his behaviors.
The great potential for damage is due to the nature of the halter. Because it controls the head, a strong pull by the dog or the handler can do serious damage to the dog's neck. In this case, it is not quite the same principle as the head halter for horses. Because most people are smaller than horses, the halter is used to control the horse's head from below. In contrast, most people are taller than dogs, and any pull or tug is going to be upward and, at times, simultaneously to the side. Tugging the dog's neck in this way creates great potential for injury.
Finally, the halter is a transition tool at best, because it does not teach the dog to assume the responsibility for his behavior. He is being guided by the muzzle instead of being trained by the Yes and No model. In addition, the dog is not learning through positive/negative reinforcement what is expected from him.
Your Puppyand#39;s Essential Needs
Food and Water Bowls: A puppy needs a variety of basic items Topping the list are a food dish and a separate water bowl A mat to put them on is also necessary in order to save the floor from slurped water and spilled food If your puppy has long, hanging ears, get dishes specially made to keep their ears out of the food or water Consider bowls with weighted bases or non slip bottoms so your .....More on Wholesale Dog Grooming Supplies Arizona
The Importance Of Using A Crate
Though many new dog owners are initially horrified at the prospect of using a crate for their puppies, their attitude changes once they understands the use of it from a dogand#39;s perspective All canines are den animals; they naturally seek out spots for rest that are sheltered and secure This is why family dogs often lie under dining room tables, underneath beds, or in dark closets: they are simply.....More on Wholesale Dog Grooming Supplies Arizona
Food And Water Containers Part 2
The following paragraphs describe pottery containers, plastic containers, and metal containers Pottery containers: As long as dogs are fed on dry foods, pottery containers serve effectively But when containers have to be cleaned and handled after each feeding, pottery containers become too heavy and bulky They, too, can be chipped and broken if handled too roughly Pottery containers for.....More on Wholesale Dog Grooming Supplies Arizona
Bath Inventory For Your Dog
Once your dog is completely brushed, combed, and tangle free, he is now ready for his bath This means that it is time for you to take out all the necessary equipment and supplies so that you can easily reach what you need when you need it If you put that dog in the bathtub under running water and then have to go in search of shampoo or a scrub brush, we all know what could happen: a jump, a sh.....More on Wholesale Dog Grooming Supplies Arizona
What Your New Puppy Needs
After arriving to his new home, your new puppy will need high quality puppy food He needs a feeding dish and a separate water bowl, both made preferably of unbreakable material He will also need a collar that fits him right now, not one to be grown into, and a leash from the moment you bring him home Both should be an appropriate weight and type for his size You can go to any pet supply sh.....More on Wholesale Dog Grooming Supplies Arizona
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