is this collar like the metal pinch collar? can I use that same collar? he's a GSD and his neck fur is very thick.
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I have a mini Aussie, with lots of fur as well. The collar has plastic wedges that simulate a mother dogs corrective bite. This collar is not as lethal looking as the metal kind but works similar. The area where the throat is has an elastic cord so no damage will happen to that area. The video tells you how to assemble the collar by adding or deleting the links. I ordered the small version, perhaps you need the large version. Hope this helps?
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I have used both collars, I wouldn't use a slip collar but a metal pinch collar can work if your dog need that. This one is safer and a bit less painful
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No, the 3.0 millimeter would be a great. I have a 40 lb. mix and the size of the prongs where great on him. This should be a perfect fit on your dog just make sure it fits snugly around the neck of your dog to keep the safety aspects of collar intact.
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For all size...we have a German Shepard mix, which is a median to large size dog. It fits well; we just simply cut the rest of the collar to make it not awkwardly long.
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It did not work with my German Shepherd. I did not want to shave the hair for the prongs to work, as her fur would not grow back well since she has a double coat. You would need to buy the longer contact points separately, but I ended up selling the collar to a friend.
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I put the collar on my cairn terrier snugly. It works well. You may have to trim some hair from a dog with longer hair, but it is well worth the peace and quiet!
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I have a little Yorkie and ordered this collar for her. It is a beautiful collar but way too heavy for a tiny dog. Not sure what to tell you about the neck size but i thought I'd give you that info. Maybe it will help you decide.
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I have an eighty pound German shorthair. The collar is very large I had to cut quite a bit off. There will be plenty of collar for your dog.
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The collar is cut to fit. They give you more than you need and you cut to fit. Remember to burn the end with a lighter so it will not fray.
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depending on the size of dog you have the collar will fit a large dog with no problems. I have no issues with my german sheperd. If you have a medium size dog like my mini aussies you will have alot of excess and it gets alittle difficult trying to place the collar correctly where it wont slide and not too loose.
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I would probably recommend the large size... the medium is 19 inches from loosest hole to the buckle. Your dog might fit the medium, but it would probably be on the loosest hole. I just measured my dog's neck... he is about 19 inches and I just actually placed an order for a large collar. Right now I have his medium collar on the loosest hole, and it could probably last him another two weeks comfortably (he is a 60ishlb, 8 month old German Shepherd). I'm not sure how tight the large collar is on the tightest hole. I think the large collar is also thicker. Is your dog going to grow anymore? Will his coat get thicker in the winter? You might want to keep that in mind.... if I were you, I would probably get the large. However, with the medium, even on the loosest hole, you still have an extra 2 inches (measuring end to end of the collar). If you can wait until this weekend, I can measure the large collar when I receive it and tell you the exact measurements.
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The bark collar can be trimmed. My guess is that the collar weighs nearly as much as your 2.5 pound dog and might cause it a muscle strain / or to develop a vertebral issue. You might check with the manufacturer, or you could trade your dog in for a larger breed if you are absolutely in love with the reviewer ratings, but not so much with your dog- your call.
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It isn't that heavy just a little bulky. Collar can be cut to fit pet. Don't keep on all the time. Start out just a few hours a day, times that you know pet usally barks for no reason. I have a doxie and I just only have to say collar now and he quits barking.
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I don't usually cut the collar because it dies waste product. My mini schnauzer doesn't mess with the extra and neither dies my Great Dane. Make sure you bought the correct size for your dog. Otherwise, if its not affecting your dog in any way them don't cut it. It's s great collar and definitely keeps ticks off!
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Nick, The collar is very big, I have an adult golden retriever mix and we have considered cutting down a portion of the collar. There are plenty of holes for any adjustment, large or small. Great collar!
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Hello,This collar worked great on my dog.However, she weighs around 13 ponds.The collar is bulky on her.I am guessing it would be too heavy for your dog.I hope this helped.Have a great day.
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Not absolutely sure but the collar that came with mine got chewed up so I just bought another one at the pet store that was comparable in thickness and it worked like a charm.
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From what I read most are chrome plated. I think they make some larger sizes in stainless but I'm not sure. I bought a 3.0mm, 16" collar for my 72 lb golden retriever. I had to remove several links to get it to fit snug and high on his neck, but he is a very thin golden. I could have gone with a small mm and I'm sure it would have worked well. There is an excellent video on YouTube about prong collars, how to fit, size etc. from a trainer that I have learned a great deal from. The video is "Solid K9 Training How to Prong Collar". He has other videos on how to start training with a prong collar etc. Good luck! From what I read most are chrome plated. I think they make some larger sizes in stainless but I'm not sure. I bought a 3.0mm, 16" collar for my 72 lb golden retriever. I had to remove several links to get it to fit snug and high on his neck, but he is a very thin golden. I could have gone with a small mm and I'm sure it would have worked well. There is an excellent video on YouTube about prong collars, how to fit, size etc. from a trainer that I have learned a great deal from. The video is "Solid K9 Training How to Prong Collar". He has other videos on how to start training... » Read More From what I read most are chrome plated. I think they make some larger sizes in stainless but I'm not sure. I bought a 3.0mm, 16" collar for my 72 lb golden retriever. I had to remove several links to get it to fit snug and high on his neck, but he is a very thin golden. I could have gone with a small mm and I'm sure it would have worked well. There is an excellent video on YouTube about prong collars, how to fit, size etc. from a trainer that I have learned a great deal from. The video is "Solid K9 Training How to Prong Collar". He has other videos on how to start training with a prong collar etc. Good luck! « Show Less