Aren’t small dogs so adorable?
Many owners can’t stop petting them, and even talking about them. Still, one cannot but feel irritated when these cute dogs bark incessantly. That’s when some discipline should come along in the form of a bark collar. But which one to get for your small dog? A citronella collar is what many small dog owners recommened.
Impulse buying is out of the question, as not all bark collars are of the same quality. You could ring your vet or talk to a friend about getting a collar for your small dog, to get wind of your options. You could also search online to get more info.
Still, your decision should include which type of collar to buy and a size that fits your dog well.
An ultrasonic collar disrupts your dog’s barking with a high-pitched sound only dog’s can hear. A static collar sends out a low-voltage shock, perfectly safe, instead of the sound. A spray type collar sends out a harmless chemical. The Citronella type fall under the last category.
Incidentally, many owners of small dogs seems to prefer citronella, as it is reported to fend off flies and mosquitoes. It also comes across as a gentler approach, one that does away with electrical shocks.
Your online search will undoubtedly send you to customer review pages, which may mirror your experience and tell you how effective the collar they bought were. Some lucky dog owners get discounts and take part in promos online.
Once you settle down on the collar type, you’ll want to spend time with your small dog and be perfectly consistent with its training. Keep the collar on your dog until you notice its barking markedly reduced.
Most small dogs are utterly loveable – except when they bark incessantly.
So before you think about always leaving your small dog at home, or even getting a gentler one, consider shopping for a citronella collar first. Over time, your small dog will noticeably curb his barking. It’s time you again enjoyed some quiet in your house.
