Dog Bark Collar: Will a Bark Collar Benefit as a Caring Canine Training Approach?

Thinking of buying a dog bark collar? Trying to decide between a shock collar, ultrasonic version or a citronella spray model? Wondering which one, if any, is actually humane? To learn more about the different types of anti-barking training collars, read on for a high level description of each.

Shock Collars

If your dog is wearing an electric shock collar, then he is given an electric zap every time he barks at a certain level of loudness. The shock is quick and painful. So, before you buy this type of collar, ask yourself if you would make your child wear one?

Electric shocks are not only painful and irritating, but they can lead to serious, long-term behavioral problems. A dog that is shocked repeatedly will quickly become frustrated, fearful and possibly aggressive or overly anxious.

Ultrasonic Collars

If your dog is wearing an ultrasonic noise collar, then he is treated to an extremely high-pitched and unpleasant siren noise every time he barks above a particular decibel level. That said, these collars rarely work and could even encourage barking.

The sound emitted is very high-pitched and ultrasonic. Unfortunately, many dogs don't actually have ultrasonic hearing, meaning they wouldn't be able to sense the collar siren anyway.

Besides being ineffective, the collar may actually encourage barking if your dog can hear it. Most dogs bark in response to a noise or as part of a call and response. If each time they bark they get a response, albeit a high-pitched wail, they may continue barking, but louder.

Humane Bark Collar - Citronella

Most animal activists and veterinarians agree that citronella spray collars are the most humane bark collar. Instead of issuing an electric shock or high-pitched noise when the dog barks, they simply automatically spray a small amount of citronella, which is an unpleasant smell for most dogs. Over time, the dog will learn to associate the citronella with its barking and will stop.

Where to Buy Citronella Spray Collars

There are two major and popular brands for citronella dog collars - these are the Premiere Gentle Spray Anti-Bark Collar and the MultiVet No Bark Spray Collar.

The Premiere Gentle Spray Collar is significantly more expensive than other brands and usually costs between $70 and $80. However, online specials can often be found for as low as $30 to $40. Refills for this product typically cost less than $5, but it comes with a full-sized can of citronella.

The MultiVet No Dog Bark Collar costs slightly less, but is better suited for smaller dogs. The collar is adjustable, though more able to carry the weight of the citronella pouch when it's set to a smaller size.

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