What is a Martingale Collar?
Martingale Collars are also known as Greyhound Collars or
Humane Choke Collars. The Martingale Dog Collar was designed for Sighthounds
(ie, Greyhounds, Whippets, Italian Greyhounds, Borzoi, Saluki, etc) because
their necks are larger than their heads and they can slip out of traditional
side release dog collars; these collars have gained popularity with other
breeds in the recent past.
How does a Martingale Collar work?
Martingale
Collars have 2 loops. The smaller of the loops is called the "Control
Loop". This is the portion of the dog collar that is attached to the leash
and tightens when it is pulled. The second loop is the adjustment loop. This is
the part of the dog collar that you adjust to the right size to fit your dog.
Many people are now using Martingale collars for
other breeds of dog. This style offers
greater control without the danger of choking. Giving comfort, security and
style. It's virtually
escape-proof design reduces coat damage.
These collars just slip over the dog’s head. The lead then attaches to the d-ring on the
loop. If the dog pulls or tries to back
out of the collar, the collar tightens to fit the neck exactly without choking
your dog
All collars are made from strong polypropylene webbing. All seams
are quadruple stitched for strength. All
the metal work used in the making of the collars is either pressed (made from a
single piece of metal with no joins) or welded.
The collars are
machine washable
Each collar comes
with fitting instructions.
Suggested collar widths.
1.5-inch
collars
Boxer, Standard
Poodle, Gsd, Lurcher, Labrador, Weimaraner,
Afghan, Retriever, Dalmatian, Rhodesian Ridgeback, Setters, Pointer, Whippet
2-inch
collars
Greyhound,
Saluki, Afghan, Dalmatian, Rhodesian Ridgebacks, Great Dane
How to measure your dog for a Martingale collar
MEASURING YOUR DOG:
Use a tape measure to measure your dog around the top of the neck directly
behind the ears. The tape measure should be snug, to ensure a correct fit
for your dog.
Both the
1.5” (4cm) and 2” (5cm) collars are
adjustable. Standard
collars are made to fit UP TO 17” or
42cm. It is important to measure your
dog as instructed as these collars are tailor made to fit your dog. So correct measuring is important to ensure a
good fit. Collars can be made to order
if you require a larger or smaller sized collar.
New braids are purchased regularly so this website will be updated
to add new braids often.
Collars are priced between £11.00 and £13.00 and this
includes postage and packing to UK
addresses only.