Popular Myths and Truths about Dog Collars
Myth: Collars are designed to keep pets safe. Truth: Traditional collars are great for holding identification tags and for training and restraining pets, but thousands of dogs die each year from being strangled by them.

Myth: Two dogs playing together is harmless fun. Truth: Usually, yes, but one of the greatest risks of collar strangulation occurs when one dog's lower jaw becomes entangled in another's collar during play. The collar twists and tightens as both dogs panic and frantically try to free themselves from one another. Even when pet owners are supervising play, they often aren't able to undo or cut the collar in time to save their companion.
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This happened to Ash & Raederle. Luckily I was able to get Ash's collar off in time but another minute or two & it would have been too late. If you have dogs- please, please don't take chances with a "regular" collar.07/30/2007