Tactical collars have some possible benefits for dogs, as well as some potential risks. Here's a breakdown:
advantage
- Training assistance: Tactical collars are usually equipped with easy to control the handle or traction point, in the training of the dog, the owner can more accurately control the dog's action, help the dog better understand and follow the instructions, such as in the accompanying, sitting, waiting and other basic training, can let the owner more effectively guide the dog to make the correct action, improve training efficiency.
- Emergency control: When the dog encounters unexpected situations, such as suddenly running to the road, encounter other aggressive animals, etc., tactical collar can allow the owner to quickly and effectively control the dog, avoid the dog into danger, and ensure the safety of the dog.
- Increased recognition: Some tactical collars with eye-catching colors or logos can make dogs easier to identify when outdoors, reducing the probability of dogs getting lost or separated from their owners, especially in low light or complex environments such as woods, parks, etc.
- Carrying function: Some tactical collars are designed with multiple hanging points and small pockets, which can easily hang the dog's ID tag, small water bottle, pick up bag and other items, providing more convenience for the dog to travel, and reducing the burden of the owner to carry items.
Potential risk
- Improper use of easy injury: if the owner uses too much force or method is not correct, tactical collar may cause damage to the dog's neck, such as strangulation, bruising, and may even affect the dog's breathing and blood circulation, long-term improper use may also lead to neck muscle damage or bone development problems.
- Cause psychological stress: the use of tactical collars too strongly may cause dogs to have negative emotions such as fear and anxiety, affect the dog's mental health, and cause dogs to distrust their owners, or show resistance and unease when wearing the collar.
- Restriction of activities: Some tactical collars are relatively heavy or not reasonably designed, which may limit the dog's range of activity and flexibility to a certain extent, making the dog feel uncomfortable when exercising and playing, affecting the dog's normal activities and quality of life.