Prong collars have bothered me for a long time. And I now know even more I’m not the only one. I shudder every time I see a dog being forced to wear such a collar. Especially when an owner jerks the ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images/Sebastian Condrea Why are prong collars cruel, and what alternatives exist ...

Prong collars, vinegar sprays and choke chains are standard canine behavior tools at the Humane Society of Sonoma County. Society officials say the corrective methods, coupled with rewards, create ...

A prong collar (left) and electronic shock collar on display. - Photo: ST SINGAPORE: Dog owners are urged to avoid using electronic shock collars and prong collars to train their pets as such devices ...

A slippery slope may sound like an icy patch where you slip and slide, but people use it to refer to situations in which deciding to do something can lead to further actions with undesirable ...

Why are prong collars cruel, and what alternatives exist for managing a strong-pulling dog? Prong collars cause discomfort and pain when a dog pulls. It's an aversive method to stop a dog from pulling ...