Coastal Pet Titan Easy-On Dog Prong Training Collar with Buckle - Training Collar for Dogs - Durable Metal Dog Collar - Training Collar with Side ...

Our XL Great Dane-hound mix is usually OK on the leash, except when picking up a scent or sight of a cat. In those cases, he would be capable of pulling your arm out of joint. We have used this collar for the past two days, and its like having a new dog on a leash. He is comfortable in the collar and does not want to remove it/scratch at it etc. The prongs dont seem very durable (okay for under 10 bucks), but hes very sensitive to their effect and he does not strain against it so Im hoping it will last a while. Apr 10 - now that the return window closed, the collar pulled apart at one of the links, with him just pulling at the leash :( Don't recommend!

I have 2 labs, 80 lbs and 77lbs. One of them has a big square head, and the slip-on chain prong collar doesn't work well, because to fit through his head requires loose fitting. But his neck is thinner than his head, and the prong collar would be too loose on his neck and fall down to the bottom of his neck. With this one, if you unbuckle it, it becomes extra extra large and his head would easily go through, and when you buckle it, it stays on his upper neck and doesn't slide down. Its very easy to use and comfortable for the dogs. And the price is great!! I hope they will keep making it.

This collar comes apart very easily. I bought this collar in November 2020 and the very first time I used it (after making sure it fit my dog as it should), it came apart while we were still in our driveway. I went back inside and spent a good amount of time with a pair of pliers. That helped but since then it has come apart a couple more times. Most recently, it came apart yesterday while walking by another dog. I gave a quick correction tug on the leash and the collar came apart. While it was not an issue, it very easily could have been if we were walking by a different dog. I will be purchasing a different collar and no longer using this one.

I train dogs as a hobby and work with a dog frequently, so I take training methods and tools pretty seriously. I usually only recommend a prong collar as a last resort, because most owners do not know how to use them properly (or, better said, are apt to misuse them when frustrated). A prong collar should never, *ever* be jerked, it should never choke the dog, and it should never cause the dog actual pain. The entire purpose to give them a surface pinch that prevents them from hurting themselves. It's a training tool, not a harming tool. I love this collar because it is actually the right size of prong for any dog over 25 lbs (thick, so that it doesn't stab the poor guy). It even can be used with caps, for those with less faith in their use of the tool. I use it with a dog that is incredibly well trained, yet still has the bad habit of getting distracted on walks. He's fine when working, but off duty he is a real pill. This collar helps both my poor shoulders and his poor neck. He doesn't choke himself and he listens to all his cues. He's happier when wearing it. You pull the thing out and he runs to get it on, even if you have to switch it with his other collar. And the fabric side i a great touch for extra safety, comfort, and strength. We have two, one for the car and one for the home, and they're really helpful for everything.

This is a great training collar. It immediately improved the leash manners of our two Shiloh Shepherds, one 110 lb and the other 80 lb. We got this one because my wife isn't strong enough to open the links on a regular prong collar. The plastic snap buckle is VERY VERY strong...in fact it's almost as hard to open it as it is to remove a link, but it's easier on the fingers. The prongs are smoothly rounded so they won't injure your dog. BE SURE you know how to fit and use this. It should be closely fitted...comfortable, but no slack...at the top of the neck, just behind the ears and under the jaw. Remove or add links to get a correct fit. Keep the leash just barely slack...the dog should not be able to move more than a few inches from his heel position without the collar tightening slightly. You won't need to jerk the leash, the dog will administer his own correction if he gets out of position. There are lots of great videos on the web showing the correct way to use a prong collar. ONLY use the collar for training or walks, do not leave it on 24/7. UPDATE, May 2018. After using these collars for several months, we remain completely satisfied. They are still like new, and our big, strong dogs walk beautifully with us, under complete control. Happy dogs, happy people!