Alright, let’s talk about these big dog shock collars with remotes, ya know? I ain’t no fancy dog trainer or nothin’, but I’ve seen a thing or two with them big ol’ dogs, the ones that like to pull ya around like a rag doll.

What are these shock collars anyway?
Well, from what I gather, these things are like, uh, little zappers you put on your dog’s neck. They got this here remote thingy, and when your dog’s bein’ a real pain, you push a button and, zap! Not a big zap, mind you, just a little tingle to get their attention. They say it’s like a little pinch, nothin’ to hurt ’em, just enough to say, “Hey! Listen up!”
Why would ya need one of them things?
Look, some dogs, ‘specially them big fellas, they got minds of their own. They see a squirrel, and bam, they’re gone, draggin’ you through the mud and the bushes. Or maybe they like to jump on folks, or bark all night long, keepin’ the whole neighborhood awake. Sometimes, yellin’ and tuggin’ on the leash just ain’t enough. That’s when some folks try these collars, see if it helps get their dog to behave a bit better.
How do ya use ’em right?
Now, I ain’t sayin’ ya just go around zappin’ your dog for nothin’. That ain’t right. From what I hear, you gotta start slow, like a low setting, just a little tickle, ya know? And ya gotta use it with treats and praise, like, when they do somethin’ good, give ’em a treat and say, “Good boy!” or “Good girl!” It’s like teachin’ ’em what’s right and what’s wrong. You don’t wanna scare ’em, just get their attention and show ’em what ya want.
- Start Low: Don’t crank that thing up high right away. Test it on yourself first, make sure it ain’t gonna hurt your dog. They say put it on your hand or somethin’, see how it feels.
- Fit it Right: Make sure that collar ain’t too tight or too loose. It gotta be snug enough to make contact, but not so tight it chokes ’em.
- Treats and Praise: This ain’t just about zappin’. Ya gotta reward ’em when they do good, that’s how they learn.
- Short Bursts: Don’t hold that button down forever. Just a quick little zap to get their attention, that’s all ya need.
Are they good for them long-haired dogs?
Yeah, I heard they work on them fluffy dogs too, but ya gotta make sure the little zappy parts touch the skin, ya know? Sometimes you gotta get longer points or somethin’, or trim the hair a little bit. It’s all about makin’ contact, so the little zap can do its job.
What about them little dogs?
Well, this article is about big dogs, but I reckon they make these collars for little dogs too. But I hear ya gotta be extra careful with them little fellas, they’re more sensitive, ya know? Use a real low setting and don’t go zappin’ ’em too hard.

Some things to think about
Now, I ain’t sayin’ these shock collars are the answer for every dog problem. Some folks don’t like ’em, say they’re cruel. And maybe they are, if ya use ’em wrong. But if ya use ’em right, as a tool to help teach your dog, they can be helpful. It’s up to you to decide what’s best for your dog, ya know? Just remember, treat your dog with kindness and respect, even when they’re bein’ a pain in the neck. And maybe talk to your vet or a dog trainer before you decide to use one of these things, they might have some better ideas.
Other things folks use to train their dogs
Lots of folks just use treats and praise, and that works for some dogs. Others use those clicker things, make a little click sound and give ’em a treat. And some folks use those special leashes, like the ones that go around their nose, to help control ’em. There’s all kinds of ways to train a dog, ya just gotta find what works best for you and your dog.
So, there ya have it, my two cents on these big dog shock collars with remotes. Like I said, I ain’t no expert, but I hope this helps ya understand a little bit more about ’em. Just remember to be patient and kind to your dog, and always try to find the best way to help ’em learn and behave.
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