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Originally Posted by Mavides
but it is one tool....not something to be used exclusively on every dog...and certainly not something that you plan on using throughout the dog's entire life (I went to one of his seminars and HIS dog (his pit bull) that was supposed to be the demo dog was STILL on TWO shock collars (one around the neck and one around the stomach!) to show us what she could do...she was at least 5 years old!).
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I am very curious to know why you think that the collar should not be used for life. Why not? Is it not the same as a 1/4 or 1/2 mile leash? What good is it if it is not on to be used? Now, I will agree that if you are using it in a specialized manner, for instance speeding up a recall, the useful life would be pretty short. But, if it is integrated into general obedience, why not. In my eyes, the ecollar is no different from a leash. In fact, it is every bit as good, and better because it is more versitile. I would venture to say that no member of this board would ever promote not using a leash when the dog reached a certain age or competency. Why is the collar different. Just curious.