Shock Collar for Large Stubborn Dogs
My neighbor, she got this big dog. Big fella, real stubborn. Like, you tell him to sit, he just looks at you. You tell him to stay, he runs off chasin’ squirrels. She tried everything. Treats, yelling, you name it. That dog, he just wouldn’t listen. It’s a big problem you know?

So, she heard about these shock collar for large dogs. I don’t know. Sounds kinda harsh, right? But she was at her wit’s end. This dog, he’s big, like I said. And when he gets goin’, he’s hard to handle. She needs to control the dog before it hurts somebody.
These collars, they got these little prongs. I guess they go against the dog’s skin. Then, when the dog does somethin’ wrong, you press a button, and it gives him a little zap. I seen her use it. She just presses a button when the dog is barking too much. Not a big jolt, just enough to get his attention. These large stubborn dogs, they need a firm hand, I guess. I’m worried the dog is gonna get hurt.
What I heard about Shock Collar for Stubborn Dogs
Some folks say it works. They say their stubborn dogs finally learned to behave. But others, they say it’s just mean. I heard that you should ask the professional first before you try it. I guess there’s other ways to teach a dog. But, you know, when a dog’s that big and that stubborn, you gotta do somethin’. It’s not like a little dog you can just pick up.
She told me she tried this thing with a funny name. Citronella? Sounds like a fancy cheese. It’s some kind of oil, from a plant. Supposed to be safe for dogs, but they don’t like the smell. You put it in a collar, and it sprays when they bark. Didn’t work for her dog, though. He just kept on barkin’, even with that stuff in his face.
- Big dogs are hard to train.
- Shock collars can help with stubborn dogs.
- Some people think shock collars are mean.
- Citronella collars are supposed to work, but sometimes they don’t.
I guess it depends on the dog. Some dogs, they’re just easy. They listen, they do what you say. But others, they got a mind of their own. Those large stubborn dogs, they’re a handful. And when they’re big, it’s even harder.
Using a Shock Collar
If you’re gonna use one of these shock collars, you gotta be careful. You don’t want to hurt the dog. Just a little zap, that’s all it takes. And you gotta make sure it fits right. Too loose, and it won’t work. Too tight, and it might hurt him. It needs to touch their skin, you see. But some dogs, they got thick fur. Then you gotta get one with longer prongs, I guess. You should talk to your vet about all of this, you know? This collar is not a toy.
I saw this other neighbor once. She tried one on her arm first before she used it on the dog. Smart lady. But it is still no good for the dog. The shock collar should be the last thing you try.
Other Ways to Train a Stubborn Dog
I don’t know much about training dogs. But I know there’s other things you can try. Like, you can take him to one of those obedience schools. They teach them all sorts of things there. Sit, stay, heel. Costs money, though.
Or you can try trainin’ him yourself. Use treats, be patient. Talk to him in a firm voice. But with a large stubborn dog, that might not be enough. You might need something more. That’s where the shock collar comes in, I guess. But like I said, be careful.
My neighbor, she’s still usin’ that collar. Says it’s the only thing that works. The dog, he’s better now. Still barks sometimes, but not as much. And he listens better, too. So I guess it worked for her. It’s up to everyone to decide what’s right for their dog.

My Thoughts on Shock Collars
I don’t know what the right answer is. These large stubborn dogs, they can be a real problem. And if a shock collar helps, then maybe it’s okay. But you gotta be careful. And you should try other things first. It’s not somethin’ to take lightly. That’s for sure. I just hope that the dog is okay. No need to punish them.
Training a stubborn dog, it takes time. And patience. And sometimes, it takes a little somethin’ extra, like a shock collar. But it’s not the only way. And it’s not for every dog. You gotta do what’s right for your dog, and for you. And remember, those large stubborn dogs, they need love, too. Just like any other dog.
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