Collar slipping over head

I like the collar Ann recommended. Like she said, I would only use it with the leash and not attach tags or anything. I've been lucky that Missy hasn't slipped a collar or even tried to back out. I can walk her in a regular collar without a problem. I have a martingale collar for her but we never use it. She doesn't seem to be interested in getting away from me. My first sheltie slipped collars all the time so she wore a choke chain when walking. Had we known about martingales back then, we definitely would have gotten one.

Curious.. what type of harness are you using? There are several different kinds, I think some are easier for dogs to slip out of than others. The one I use for flyball I think Missy could easily back out of if she was determined enough. She's gotten pretty close.. I usually have my hand under her belly so it's not a big deal. But there are probably other harnesses that she wouldn't be able to back out of, I just don't use them because they're more restrictive when she's running. She's about to graduate to a big girl flyball collar anyway.

 

slipping collar

I unfortunately have had a problem with my sheltie slipping this type of collar! He slipped out of a chain collar too! He carries an enormous ruff. I have purchased a harness and he slipped out of that too! I tightened it to the point where I feel he will be uncomfortable. At least he did not slip out of that. I will try the martingale next.

When he slipped out of the chain collar I was devastated as he almost ran into traffic! I was able to get in front of him quickly and redirect him down a side street with less traffic! I only had him one year and he was totally scared!!!! He ran 5 blocks before we caught him!

Now his recall is much better, but I still feel as if the right circumstances happened he could bolt again... so I will try the martingale. I have him wear the harness and the chain collar if I take him anywhere.

I want to do therapy with him as he has the sweetest temperament and loves attention. Not sure if they will allow a martingale collar when testing.

 

Many dogs can do Houdini routines in harnesses. Problem with them is that are difficult to fit properly. Though I do use one currently on Callan is is also 4 months old. I find it handy in the car or anytime I think I need to grab him fast...like on my boat dock. And yes, I use it for walking as well though I just discovered Bacca's old martingale fits him.

Personally, I prefer a martingale...preferably rolled leather. If proper fit, which is easy to do, it hangs loose around the neck when not attached to a leash but once on lead as soon as they pull, it tightens...not to choke...but enough to not slip off. Similar to Ann's collar, but you can leave it on with tags....though NEVER in a crate or xpen!

 

I am planning on getting Baker a rolled leather one when he is done growing. I just wish there was someplace locally that I could buy it. I'm a little worried about getting the absolute correct size ordering on-line.

 

Yes, I am going for the martingale once little Cubby's neck won't snap! Unfortunately Melli's is purple and the little one I had when Shay was a pup I gave to a shelter when he outgrew it.

I like the ones that snap because I don't like adjusting them. Now if I could find the rolled ones in person and try them til I get the right fit, I would be happy. Maybe a vendor at a show someday!

 

You can easily get flat adjustable martingales in nylon. Probably good enough until pup reaches full size.

By 10-12 months, dog should have full neck size. Only think that will change is the fur which has no bearing on a martingale. Because you fit to neck size.