Do Bark Collars Hurt The Dogs?

There are three different types of dog bark collars that are very popular at the moment among dog owners. All of them work, but there is some debate as to whether these collars are ethical to use. If you have a dog that barks very often, then you must have all the information of these tools you can use on your pet.

Citrus Spray Collars

Dog Collars

These no bark collars use a strong citronella smell when the dog barks persistently. Because dogs really don't like the smell of citrus, this can be very effective as a no bark collar. Some citronella collars use two methods to prevent the dog from barking - first they make a warning hissing sound, prior to the spraying itself. If the dog stops barking, the spraying will not occur. The dog is not hurt at all by either the sound or the spray.

Collars With Ultrasonic/Sonic Mechanisms

These collars produce a sound that only dogs can hear. This sound is like the one created by dog whistles. When dogs learn that if they stop barking, the annoying sound will stop, they cease making noise. Even though the sound annoys them, most people cannot hear it. Is this considered ethical by the experts? Yes. Again, the dog feels no pain whatsoever, but it is only annoyed by the noise. Note: This type of no bark collar is considered the least effective, as the dog can become used to the sound over time.

Bark Collars With Electronic Devices

When the electronic collar "hears" the dog bark, it gives the dog a mild electrical shock. The shock is not harmful and it can be compared to static shock humans feel. Some people condemn the use of this type of collar, considering it unethical. Their opinion is based on the fact that, unlike the other types of collars, this electronic device does more than annoying the dog - it applies a physical stimulus. There are persons who do not approve with these devices. However, the electronic dog collar does a great job in calming down your dog so, if you are a dog owner and your dog never ceases to bark, you may as well consider buying a bark collar.

To deter a dog from barking excessively, you can choose from no bark dog collars that use citronella spray, sonic or ultrasonic sounds, or electronic shocking. Unlike the citrus and the sonic collars, the electronic device is considered unethical by some people because it uses shocks. Anyway, you can safely pick any of the three alternatives, as none is considered a real threat to your dog.

Do Bark Collars Hurt The Dogs?

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