What is the difference between the StarMark Collar and choke chains?
Choke chains are made of metal, which can rust and stain the coat, or rub off the hair from the neck area. The choke chain focuses all of the correction to only one part of the neck, making it necessary to use more physical force for a correction. This can cause bruising of the neck with constant pulling or harsh corrections. The StarMark Collar is designed to provide equal pressure around the neck, so it requires a much lighter touch and eliminates the need for harsh corrections. When put on incorrectly, a choke chain will not release properly, and if caught on something can act as a dangerous noose. The StarMark Collar will release the moment slack is provided to the leash. return to top Question: What is the difference between the StarMark Collar and flat collars? Answer: While flat collars are good for keeping tags on your dog, they are not recommended for training purposes.
Choke chains are made of metal, which can rust and stain the coat, or rub off the hair from the neck area. The choke chain focuses all of the correction to only one part of the neck, making it necessary to use more physical force for a correction. This can cause bruising of the neck with constant pulling or harsh corrections. The StarMark Collar is designed to provide equal pressure around the neck, so it requires a much lighter touch and eliminates the need for harsh corrections. When put on incorrectly, a choke chain will not release properly, and if caught on something can act as a dangerous noose. The StarMark Collar will release the moment slack is provided to the leash. return to top Question: What is the difference between the StarMark Collar and flat collars? Answer: While flat collars are good for keeping tags on your dog, they are not recommended for training purposes. Dogs will learn to pull against these types of collars, and many will not break free if they are caught on s
