[Lizzie]

Ok so the prong collar has been highly recommended to us. Jesse is a puller... he is 6.5 months old now.

I am terriefied I'm going to hurt him... I haven't even tried it on him yet.

I know the basics... never slip it over their head, never leave it on unattended, etc. Are there any threads I missed or does anyone have any advice about introducing the prong collar and making sure you're using it correctly? He is over 60 lbs now so his pulling is becoming more than just a nuisance... I'm a 5-foot, small woman and he's becoming out of control on walks when we see people/dogs/squirrels/invisible elves and he wants to get to them.

 

[Kasco]

Here's a good example on how to fit them. A proper fit is crucial:

http://www.leerburg.com/fit-prong.htm

 

[wrknrott]

I am terriefied I'm going to hurt him... I haven't even tried it on him yet.

I'm a 5-foot, small woman and he's becoming out of control on walks when we see people/dogs/squirrels/invisible elves and he wants to get to them.

You are not at all likely to hurt him!!! Unless he is real sensitive... and in that case he will make his own correction and learn real fast!

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