This is a great training tool. I have two large breed dogs and they respond well to being worked with using this collar. We're very careful to never let the girls pull too much, and they quickly learned to be on their best behavior while in the collar. In fact, when we get them out, they get excited because it's associated with fun things like training school (and treats!) and long walks around the neighborhood. Definitely better than choke chains, which I would NOT use on any dog I owned.

Pros: Great tool

Cons: none

You'll know if the dog is hurt by this- it's a skin pinch not a digging or choking. I can't remember the last time a dog I used it on actually got pinched though- they just learn not to. My dog is what some trainers called "pain insensitive", is not motivated by "pleasing me" and is not food motivated. What's left? Certainly not pain since this isn't painful but it gets noticed by the dog. If you think it's cruel, find out what it is before you judge and freak out!

Pros: safe and effective

Cons: make sure it's used correctly

I work down at an animal rescue and we have several people come in with less than perfect health. Putting a pinch on our shelter dogs seems to slow them down and get them walking nice in an immediate bases. Its easy to train with, not to expensive and it doesn't hurt them. It's design applies a slight poke to a sensitive area on the neck. Unlike choke chains they are far less likely to cause neck problems. They are the ultimate quick fix trainer.

Pros: immediately fixes the pulling problems

Cons: Could be less affective if used incorrectly

I know this product CAN be useful but I have seen it used badly by many untrained people. When there are so many safer effective alternatives why risk it?

The gentle leader or head halter work well.

Pros: Helps control some dogs

Cons: Can be hazzardous if not trained in proper use

Prong dog clollars work great to start a dog off with training that pulls a lot. Need to be very careful to make sure your using it properly or you can colasp your dogs treachia. Ask a dog trainer how to use them properly and you'll love this collar. It's only for dogs that are real bad on a leash and not to be used forever. Nice started collar.

Pros: works good on dogs that pull bad

Cons: if not used properly can injure the dog