Okay, so, a while back, I got really into this hog hunting thing. I have a buddy who’s been doing it for ages, and he finally convinced me to tag along. I have this awesome Catahoula, a real tough guy, and I thought, “Why not?” But then my buddy was like, “Whoa, you need some proper gear for your dog, man. You can’t just send him out there naked!”
So, I started looking into it, and man, there’s a whole world of hog dog cut collars out there! I mean, these aren’t your regular pet store collars. These things are serious. They’re designed to protect your dog from getting thrashed by a wild hog. And let me tell you, those tusks are no joke.
I checked out a bunch of different brands. Some had these fancy names, like Impact Alpha and Southern Cross, and I found a shop Native Dog Supply that looked pretty good, but I wasn’t sure.
I went online to do some research on what kind of materials I should choose, someone saying that silk-lined collars will cause the least amount of friction, but I don’t want my dog looks like a sissy. So I kept looking, and then I ended up finding some local guy who makes them by hand. He had all sorts of options, like different widths, from 3/4 inch to a whopping 4 inches! And different materials, too. Some were made of that super tough nylon stuff, and others were leather.
I ended up going with a 2-inch wide collar made of this heavy-duty nylon. I figured it would be tough enough to protect my dog’s neck but still comfortable enough for him to wear. It also had this metal buckle that seemed way more durable than those plastic clips you see on regular collars. This guy even showed me how to put it on my dog properly, making sure it was snug but not too tight.
- First, you gotta measure your dog’s neck to get the right size.
- Then, you slide the collar over his head and adjust it.
- You want to be able to fit two fingers between the collar and his neck, that’s how you know it’s not choking him.
I’ve taken my dog out a few times now, and that collar has been a lifesaver! He’s gotten into a few scuffles with some smaller hogs, and that collar has definitely done its job. No cuts, no injuries, nothing. I even used that martingale collar someone recommended online to help my dog stop pulling the leash, and it worked!
So, yeah, if you’re thinking about getting into hog hunting with your dog, do yourself a favor and invest in a good cut collar. It’s not just about looking cool; it’s about keeping your best friend safe. Trust me, it’s worth every penny!
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