Does this work on small dogs? Does the citronella collar work with Pomeranians and small dogs of that size? My Pom is only 6 lbs, and the pictures of this collar here make it seem pretty big. I'm worried that with all her hair too, the spray won't be effective at all. Please advise, if anyone has any light to shed. Thanks so much! Does this work on small dogs? Does the citronella collar work with Pomeranians and small dogs of that size? My Pom is only 6 lbs, and the pictures of this collar here make it seem pretty big.... » Read More Does this work on small dogs? Does the citronella collar work with Pomeranians and small dogs of that size? My Pom is only 6 lbs, and the pictures of this collar here make it seem pretty big. I'm worried that with all her hair too, the spray won't be effective at all. Please advise, if anyone has any light to shed. Thanks so much! « Show Less
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I have three Pomeranians and one Cocker Spaniel and I would like to know the same thing.
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I have not tried a spray collar on my 5.5 lb morkie, but I have tried a shock collar that operates by bark, and another that operates by remote control. I don't know if it is her hair, or the pitch of her bark, but neither do a thing! She is not getting zapped. The units work on my 25 pound dog, just not her. So I am thinking of trying a new system too--static or spray. Is there any system that works on small dogs?
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We have a Shih-tzu who is 6lbs and the pack is just huge on him he can't even relax his head. It goes off when he barks but the spray doesn't dissipate because it goes into he fur under his chin. It also didn't stop him from barking at all. He can smell the spray but he didn't mind it. Typical!
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We have a miniature daschund and it did NOT work at all- HUGE disappointment! Same thing happened for us as I read on another review- when we blow into it, it sprays; but for whatever reason, when the dog barks, it doesn't spray. Our dog barks all the time and it is so frustrating. However, we are hopeful and are going to buy another one and try again. I am hoping that one was a bad egg. We've had several different vets recommend the citronella collar. I would recommend buying at Petco though, b/c if it doesn't work, you have 30 days to return it- that's what we did. Don't know what the case is with buying it online. We have a miniature daschund and it did NOT work at all- HUGE disappointment! Same thing happened for us as I read on another review- when we blow into it, it sprays; but for whatever reason, when the dog barks, it doesn't spray. Our dog barks all the time and it is so frustrating. However, we are hopeful and are going to buy another one and try again. I am hoping that one was a bad egg. We've had several different vets recommend the citronella collar. I would recommend buying at Petco though, b/c if it doesn't work, you have 30 days to return it- that's what we did. Don't know what the... » Read More We have a miniature daschund and it did NOT work at all- HUGE disappointment! Same thing happened for us as I read on another review- when we blow into it, it sprays; but for whatever reason, when the dog barks, it doesn't spray. Our dog barks all the time and it is so frustrating. However, we are hopeful and are going to buy another one and try again. I am hoping that one was a bad egg. We've had several different vets recommend the citronella collar. I would recommend buying at Petco though, b/c if it doesn't work, you have 30 days to return it- that's what we did. Don't know what the case is with buying it online. « Show Less
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my Italian greyhound is pretty petite and it works great on him. I admit tho its a little bulky under his neck. We just use it for car rides etc...not daily around the house as then I think it would be kind of a nuisance to him...but it does the trick...he only got sprayed the first 3-4 times of use and never been sprayed since he knows that if its on he doesn't bark...its calming actually bc I think in general hes a nervous Nellie and I wondered how he'd respond...it calms his over reaction of barks (fast food drive thrus, picking up kids at busstops etc) he doesn't even bark (but he does excitedly go to the window of the car and etc so it doesn't make him sit subdued and shameful at all) my Italian greyhound is pretty petite and it works great on him. I admit tho its a little bulky under his neck. We just use it for car rides etc...not daily around the house as then I think it would be kind of a nuisance to him...but it does the trick...he only got sprayed the first 3-4 times of use and never been sprayed since he knows that if its on he doesn't bark...its calming actually bc I think in general hes a nervous Nellie and I wondered how he'd respond...it calms his over reaction of barks (fast food drive thrus, picking up kids at busstops etc) he doesn't even bark (but he does... » Read More my Italian greyhound is pretty petite and it works great on him. I admit tho its a little bulky under his neck. We just use it for car rides etc...not daily around the house as then I think it would be kind of a nuisance to him...but it does the trick...he only got sprayed the first 3-4 times of use and never been sprayed since he knows that if its on he doesn't bark...its calming actually bc I think in general hes a nervous Nellie and I wondered how he'd respond...it calms his over reaction of barks (fast food drive thrus, picking up kids at busstops etc) he doesn't even bark (but he does excitedly go to the window of the car and etc so it doesn't make him sit subdued and shameful at all) « Show Less
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I have a 5.5 lbs dog and it would spray when he barked but it also sprayed when he would shake is head, which he did a lot to try to get it off. - not the behavior that needs correcting. And the pack is so huge he couldn't rest with it on. It was also a bit big for him.
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It seems as tho the last post was over a year ago. I have a very small dog, he is only barely six pounds and I live in a studio apt. with my landlord on the other side. She works three jobs and is NOT a dog lover! This has become a problem. I have it good where I live and being on disability finding another place to live is not an option. Also being on a limited income I can't afford to throw my money away. Does anyone have an new response's that they feel would be helpful to me?
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The first device I purchased from Amazon was defective, had to receive a new unit from customer support. The second bark collar doesn't even spray when the dog barks, however it will spray if I yell directly into it. Very disapointed and would not recommend for dogs under 10 pounds.
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It's fine for my eleven pound dachshund but I'm having trouble getting it to work on my eight pound Pom. I have a collar that I've put on a collar that is smaller than it one it came on and I'm trying to get the connectors to work right. The collar that comes with it is way too big. So...I haven't figured out the right combination yet to see if I can get it to work. If I do, I'll post it to this same inquiry.
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Silvia, I don't think this would work as well on a small dog with a small snout. I got one for my golden retriever puppy, and the bigger she grows, the better this works! I suggest seeing if they make a smaller model
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The dog I purchased this collar for is a Jack Russel, a "mid-sized" dog. For a "SMALL" dog, I believe "I" would look at different models and try to find the one with the smallest "device" box. The box on this model, would probably be a bit too cumbersome for a very small dog. You might want to check with local dealers, such as pet stores and Farm Equipment store to find the smallest (yet effective) model, that you can. Then, see if you can find it for a less expensive price, online. In the -online- ads, under "Specifications", you should find the "size" of the box that holds the electronics. You must also consider the length and thickness of you dogs coat, to see if the electrodes will touch the skin, through the coat. Many models come with two different size/shape electrodes to suit your needs. My Jack, has a short, but very thick coat. So, a short, blunt ended electrode works for him.
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I use the spray to control my dog from barking. The spray mechanism is activated by his bark. I don't see how it would work unless you have a remote that you control manually until the dog understands his limits. I do believe the citronella spray is more humane than the shock collars. I have tried both and had more success with the spray.
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My dog is chiahuah/rat terrier mix with a bald neck. He weighs 5-6 lbs. he does great with this collar. My husband sawed off the tips of the prongs because w/his bald neck my dog doesnt need anything poking through his fur. However if you have a poneranian you may want to keep the prons as they are. My husband and I both put the collar on ourselves as well just to see what we were exposing our pets to. If we won't do it to ourseves why would we do it to our "babies".
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I Have A 74Lb Dog. I Don't ThiNk I Would Use This On A Smaller dog.I Use The Tone And VibratE. I Used The 1Setting A Few Times For Correction. I Used The 2 Setting Once And It Hurt My 74Lb Dog. Basically My Dog Gets Tone And Vibrate And Thats It. I Use To Have Yorkies, I Would Never Have Use This In Them. Its Way To Big And Can't Imagine The Zap It Would Give A Small Dog, When It Made My Big Dog Cower To The Zap And Yelp.My Dog Never Ran Toward The Road Again But I Felt Horrible.
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Dear Kevin- Please don't think you are doing something wrong. We wish it weren't so but there are certain conditions where the BFF does not work as well as others. For instance, sometimes pet hair weaves itself into rugs and fabrics and it becomes very hard to pluck back out, and some pet hair is so short and downy that it is really hard to pick up. One of our test doggies is a Boxer with little eyelash size fur, and the BFF works well cleaning his microfiber bed and favorite spot on the couch, but we have heard from the owner of a French Bulldog that she had more difficulty getting up all of the tiny furs in her car's carpeting. Most important to us at Lilly Brush is that you are happy with your purchase, and we would like to refund you fully if you are not. Please give us a call (303-757-4184) or email us (sales@LillyBrush.com) and let us know what we can do to help. You are very important to us! Many thanks! Lilly Brush Co., LLC
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Good Question. It didn't work on our 11 lb. dog either. I had to make myself one by following his example, with sculpey clay and by stitching 2 collars together with it. That did work, but it took a lot of effort. Good luck to you! :)
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Since the collar's sprayer is actually pointed toward the chin, and if the hair is long enough to be brushed, or smoothed back through the collar and behind it, then I don't see there would be any problems. The actual spray is barely a spritz, more a tiny puff, so it's the surprise of the aroma of the citronella, not much is released. If your dog has a beard, you may want to trim it a bit.
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My dog is an 11 lb pomeranian and his feet are tiny so yep it works for little dogs. The best part is that it has a nail guard/guide to help you on the size with the dogs nail. I hope this helps!
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My dog is 16 lbs and honestly, once I put the collar on, he rarely even barks because he understands what happens. He does seem to have his spirits broken a bit but I don't believe it is from the spray. I have actually had it spray in my face (and eyes) and it was harmless in my opinion.
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Hi Michael, I got the smaller one for my maltese...but she quickly grew out of it...but she is a bigger dog at 10 lbs. I think if your pup is just 4-5 lbs...the small one would work. It is a good looking product and I enjoyed using it when my girl was a puppy. Hope this helps. I gave mine to the local shelter and they plaeend on using it for the smaller pups and kitties so they could work and still have them with them. Good Luck...Julie
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The dog I use it on is about 25 lbs, with straight hair. She loves it and will lay there as long as I'm willing to brush her. I think the bristles might be too long for use on a small dog. I've gently brushed my 5lb chihuahua with it and it gives her the heeby jeebies. The retractable bristles are metal and about an in long. They probably make a smaller version for smaller dogs.
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I have two fairly tiny Chihuahuas and this works great (6.5 pounds and 4.5 pounds). The leash is fantastic. First walk out was such a dream compared to what it had been to walk them both. Because the dogs are so small, they could get underfoot in a nanosecond without me realizing it. I just came back to this site to order another one so I have a lifetime supply! Hope I can find it in other colors as well (it's orange and yellow -- very bright)! But it could come in any color. I would not care because it works so well.
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I have a Pomeranian and a min pin. Both under 15 pounds. The bottle has lasted me over a year because my dogs are small, I can't bathe my min pin often or he gets dry, and I usually take my Pomeranian to the groomer 3 or 4 times a year. My dogs when they seem to scratch a lot, I will bathe them with the shampoo. Don't think my dogs have had any flea tick outbreaks so I believe the shampoo works. My Pomeranian has a lot of thick fur and I walk her near a wooded area and no fleas to report.
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My dogs are quite a bit larger than yours, at 65lbs or so. However, my sister uses this with her poodle mix and with her yorkie and both are quite small at 15 or less. The yorkie is under 10 lbs, for sure. I think the collars she has must be a smaller version, though.