Today, there are three different methods that are used in no bark collars.
They all give good results, but you might be wondering if using them is ethical.
As a dog owner, you should know about the no bark dog collar you want to use on
your noisy pet.
Citronella Spray Collars
Some no bark dog collars work by emitting a spray of citrus smell if the dog
barks for a while. Dogs don't like this smell, so they will stop barking in
order to avoid it. These collars often come with a design that makes them give
out a hissing sound before they release the citrus smell, so a dog that stops
when it hears the sound can avoid the release of the smell. These no bark
collars are considered ethical by experts, as there is no pain involved, just a
mild annoyance for the dog.
Sonic and Ultrasonic Dog Collars
Ultrasonic or sonic dog collars will emit a high pitched tone if the dog barks.
The sound is similar to the one of a dog's whistle. This sound can't be
perceived by humans, but it can be perceived by dogs, who learn to stop barking
so as to avoid the sound. Dog trainers and veterinarians see no problem with
these collars, as they aren't harmful. Dogs only get a bit annoyed, and they
learn how to avoid that eventually. Note: This is the least effective type of no
bark collar, as dogs can get used to the sound over time, so don't overdo it.
Electronic No Bark Dog Collars
These collars give the dog a small electrical shock when it barks. It isn’t
truly dangerous, and can be compared to the shock you can get from static
electricity. However, there are a lot of people that think that this type of no
bark collar is unethical. This one isn’t just an annoyance; it physically does
something to the dog. That's why some animal lovers think that's bad. Does the
electronic no bark collar work? Usually it works great – so consider it an
option if you have a barking dog.
There are three types of no bark collars that you can use to train your dog:
citrus spray collars, sonic or ultrasonic collars, and electrical shock collars.
Citronella spray and sonic or ultrasonic sounds are considered ethical, but
electronic shock collars are sometimes considered unethical because of the
shocking. None of these methods are considered dangerous for dogs.
no bark collars are a great way to reduce excessive barking that isn't related to your dog's health. Although most people don't have a problem with them, some of them think shock collars are unethical. Nevertheless, all no bark dog collars are perfectly safe.
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