The selection of pet collar materials needs to consider safety, comfort, durability and other factors, the following are several commonly used to make pet collar quality materials:
Natural leather
- Advantages: soft texture, high comfort when in contact with pet skin, can reduce the friction on pet neck; Good air permeability, can keep pet neck skin dry, reduce the incidence of skin problems; With a certain degree of flexibility, it can adapt to the activities of pets to a certain extent, and will not cause excessive bondage to pets; Good appearance texture, giving a kind of high-grade, exquisite feeling.
- Disadvantages: relatively high price; It needs regular maintenance, such as cleaning, oiling, etc., to maintain its softness and gloss, otherwise it is easy to dry and crack and harden; If you are in a humid environment for a long time, it is easy to mold.
- Application scenario: Suitable for the pursuit of quality and comfort, pet collar appearance has high requirements for pet owners, often used in daily dog walking, pet socializing and other scenes.
nylon
- Advantages: high strength, good wear resistance, can withstand the larger tensile force of pets, not easy to break, suitable for pets with larger strength; Rich and varied colors to meet the individual needs of different pet owners; Easy to clean, the stain is not easy to remain, can be washed or wiped by the way of quick cleaning; The price is relatively affordable.
- Disadvantages: relatively poor air permeability, in hot weather, pets may feel stuffy; Compared with leather, the softness and comfort are slightly inferior.
- Application scenario: It is widely used for pets of various types and breeds, especially for pets that are lively and active and like outdoor sports, such as huskies and golden retrievers. It is often used in daily walking, training and other scenes.
cotton
- Advantages: natural material, excellent skin affinity, small skin irritation to pets, especially suitable for pets with sensitive skin; Soft and comfortable, wearing will not cause pressure to pets; Strong hygroscopic, can absorb pet neck sweat, keep pet body dry.
- Disadvantages: durability is relatively weak, easy to wear, pilling; The strength is not as strong as nylon and leather, which is not suitable for pets with greater strength and like to pull; Poor water resistance, not easy to dry quickly after water.
- Application scenario: Suitable for small dogs, cats and other small, docile pets, often used for indoor activities or short time out of the scene.
Silica gel
- Advantages: With good flexibility and elasticity, it can closely fit the pet neck without excessive pressure; Excellent water resistance, easy to clean, even if pets play in the water or rain, it will not cause damage to the collar; Not easy to breed bacteria and parasites, more beneficial to pet health; With bright colors and diverse shapes, we can design a variety of fashionable and lovely styles.
- Disadvantages: May absorb dust and hair, need to wipe frequently; In high temperature environment, may produce deformation or odor; The durability of some silicone collars is limited, and long-term use may cause aging and cracking.
- Application scenario: Suitable for pets who like to play with water, such as Labrador, etc., but also suitable for owners who pay attention to pet collar cleaning and hygiene, often used in summer outdoor activities or pet swimming and other scenes.
metal
- Advantages: durable, high strength, can effectively prevent pets from breaking free, especially suitable for large, strong pets; It has a unique texture and luster, giving people a stable and domineering feeling, which can highlight the personality of pets; Easy to damage, long service life.
- Disadvantages: the weight is relatively heavy, may bring a certain burden to the pet, not suitable for small pets; Metal materials have strong thermal conductivity, which may make pets uncomfortable in cold weather and may be hot in hot weather; The price is higher.
- Application scenario: Mainly suitable for large fierce dogs, such as Tibetan mastiff, Rowena, etc., often used in training, work and other scenes to show the majesty and strength of pets.
- How to choose the right pet collar material for your pet's size and breed? How to choose the width and length of the pet collar? Some detailed tutorials on making a pet collar are recommended