little dogs I have 2 little poms. They can fit through the tiniest spaces in the chain link. I have already gicen 2 rewards for their return.They weigh a little less than 3 pounds per dog.does anyone have a recommendation for a collar for such small dogs? little dogs I have 2 little poms. They can fit through the tiniest spaces in the chain link. I have already gicen 2 rewards for their return.They weigh a little less than 3 pounds per... » Read More little dogs I have 2 little poms. They can fit through the tiniest spaces in the chain link. I have already gicen 2 rewards for their return.They weigh a little less than 3 pounds per dog.does anyone have a recommendation for a collar for such small dogs? « Show Less
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I would like to know if this product would fit a silky terrier who is about 7 lbs and a cockapoo who is about 8-10 lbs.
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Well I ordered the product anyway and figured if the collars didnt fit I would make adjustments somehow. Well for my 7 lb yorkie the fit is ok it's a bit big on the shortest setting but its fine. It moves around a bit but is not completely too loose to use. For the 8 lb cockapoo the shortest setting is also ok. the instructions say not to have the prongs touching the neck anyway so the shortest collar setting is fine for both my small dogs! Hope that helps!
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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 wouldn't use on a dog that little. I would say 20 lbs is a minimum weight. I have an 18 lb Rat Terrier and I use it for her but it can make her lethargic if she's not feeling her best. I then have to take it off and wait until she's feeling better. It's a shame they don't make them for smaller dogs because I haven't had a tick on any of my dogs in over 20 yrs. that's how good it is. Hope this helps. Nicole
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The small also fits my 35 lb. labradoodle. His is neck is about 15" around. I have adjusted the collar to almost the largest it will go. I first ordered the medium collar based on his weight... and it was big and heavy! I would have had to adjust the medium-sized collar to the smallest it would go... then there would have been a lot of extra strap just hanging there. SO, I am really happy with the small (and almost the biggest it will go)! I'm not familiar with a Shiba Inu, but I hope you find this helpful! PS. I also have free shipping/returns w Amazon Prime... It really comes in handy when there is any doubt when placing an order with Amazon. The small also fits my 35 lb. labradoodle. His is neck is about 15" around. I have adjusted the collar to almost the largest it will go. I first ordered the medium collar based on his weight... and it was big and heavy! I would have had to adjust the medium-sized collar to the smallest it would go... then there would have been a lot of extra strap just hanging there. SO, I am really happy with the small (and almost the biggest it will go)! I'm not familiar with a Shiba Inu, but I hope you find this helpful! PS. I also have free shipping/returns w Amazon Prime... It really comes in... » Read More The small also fits my 35 lb. labradoodle. His is neck is about 15" around. I have adjusted the collar to almost the largest it will go. I first ordered the medium collar based on his weight... and it was big and heavy! I would have had to adjust the medium-sized collar to the smallest it would go... then there would have been a lot of extra strap just hanging there. SO, I am really happy with the small (and almost the biggest it will go)! I'm not familiar with a Shiba Inu, but I hope you find this helpful! PS. I also have free shipping/returns w Amazon Prime... It really comes in handy when there is any doubt when placing an order with Amazon. « Show Less
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I did the same thing for my 2 dogs and taped their name above which side cote old their collar so I wouldn't shock the wrong one. Lol a couple things to let you know... The clasps are cheap plastic and break easy. Idk what kind of dogs you have but I have a black lab with a thinner neck and it works good for her. For my Dachshand it doesn't work well because it is too big and even being tightened to the max is still not enough. For my American bulldog with a larger neck it is not big enough and would be tight at first and now he can't wear it at all. Sorry for such a delayed response. I have been so busy. Hope this info helps. I did the same thing for my 2 dogs and taped their name above which side cote old their collar so I wouldn't shock the wrong one. Lol a couple things to let you know... The clasps are cheap plastic and break easy. Idk what kind of dogs you have but I have a black lab with a thinner neck and it works good for her. For my Dachshand it doesn't work well because it is too big and even being tightened to the max is still not enough. For my American bulldog with a larger neck it is not big enough and would be tight at first and now he can't wear it at all. Sorry for such a delayed response. I... » Read More I did the same thing for my 2 dogs and taped their name above which side cote old their collar so I wouldn't shock the wrong one. Lol a couple things to let you know... The clasps are cheap plastic and break easy. Idk what kind of dogs you have but I have a black lab with a thinner neck and it works good for her. For my Dachshand it doesn't work well because it is too big and even being tightened to the max is still not enough. For my American bulldog with a larger neck it is not big enough and would be tight at first and now he can't wear it at all. Sorry for such a delayed response. I have been so busy. Hope this info helps. « Show Less
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I have toy poodles (5 and 8 pounds). They work very well - and they don't look too large on their collar either. Love them!
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If your dog is not likely to be growing into a thicker neck, I would think (but can't be certain) that the small, which claims to go up to 12" and is only 3/4" wide might be the better choice. Otherwise you will have a lot of extra loop hanging down (which dog could get caught on). I have only had experience with the 1" wide large & medium collars. Good luck to you and your canine pal!
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Hi Mary! The small is for dogs less than 20 pounds, regular Is for dogs greater than 20 pounds. Here is the link to the buddy system website see you can see all the sizing and accessories. I love the buddy system, I own two of them just in case I lose or leave one somewhere. I've had two shoulder surgeries and a back surgery having my hands-free was a lifesaver.http://www.buddysys.com/ProductInformation.aspx
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I had hoped it might work for my 40 pound shar pei, just to roll around certain places instead of having to control her on leash. I wasn't planning to zip it, just let her sit in it. Unfortunately there was NO way it would roll around comfortably with that much weight in it so I had to return it. I could almost see 2 20 lb dogs being ok (like the guy with the french bulldogs in the other answer) because the weight would be more distributed, but one 40 lb dog sitting in one spot made it impossible. I had to return it, but it was nicely made from what I could tell. 20-25 lbs is really the limit I think. I had hoped it might work for my 40 pound shar pei, just to roll around certain places instead of having to control her on leash. I wasn't planning to zip it, just let her sit in it. Unfortunately there was NO way it would roll around comfortably with that much weight in it so I had to return it. I could almost see 2 20 lb dogs being ok (like the guy with the french bulldogs in the other answer) because the weight would be more distributed, but one 40 lb dog sitting in one spot made it impossible. I had to return it, but it was nicely made from what I could tell. 20-25 lbs is really the... » Read More I had hoped it might work for my 40 pound shar pei, just to roll around certain places instead of having to control her on leash. I wasn't planning to zip it, just let her sit in it. Unfortunately there was NO way it would roll around comfortably with that much weight in it so I had to return it. I could almost see 2 20 lb dogs being ok (like the guy with the french bulldogs in the other answer) because the weight would be more distributed, but one 40 lb dog sitting in one spot made it impossible. I had to return it, but it was nicely made from what I could tell. 20-25 lbs is really the limit I think. « Show Less
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The collars might be kind of large for a 20 to 30 pound dog. My two dogs are 54 to 58 pounds, and the collars are the right size for them. I have also seen 30 to 40 pound dogs in these collars and that seems OK. You can cut the collar part to any length, so that's not the issue. The issue is the shocker part is about 2.5 inches long by 1.5 inches wide by 1 inch deep. That part might be too big and heavy for a smaller dog. On the other hand, these collars are great!
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Don't know what you really mean by small, but, we put our Pomeranian in our Sprinter, and he has room to turn around just fine. He weighs about 11 pounds. And he has plenty of room to lie down.
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Yes for a small dog get a smaller. I have a beagle that weighs about 32 lbs. I bought a medium short hair and it works perfectly. I love this product. It performs exactly as stated. Hope this helps.
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It's probably not too heavy but may be a little big if their necks are small. The collar is adjustable but it is a 2inch x 3 inch block.
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Our dog is 40 lbs and it works quite well. The collar would be bulky for a small dog. Operationally, on the lowest level, I think it would be okay but might me heavy for a small pet.
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I have a small dog and according to the box they can have two-three a day. I break these hearts in half and only give mine two a day. The Blueberry are smaller bones that would be perfect for toy size dogs.
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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 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.