Best* Dog Training Collars
Are you looking for the best dog training collar for your pup? We’ve compiled a list of our best-sellers most popular with Petco’s pet parent customers.
What to look for in dog training collars
When choosing the best training collar for your canine, it’s important to pick one that encourages them to follow cues while making them feel comfortable. And there are multiple options to choose from with varying benefits and strategies.
No-Slip Collars
These collars have a limited closure design that prevents slipping but also doesn’t close too tightly around your dog’s throat. These can be ideal for dogs with wider necks or when choosing a small dog training collar.
Headcollars
Headcollars help you control pulling and yanking behaviors on walks. The collar wraps around their neck and the base of their snout, and still allows your pet to open their mouth, pant, drink water and accept treats. Headcollars place the pressure on the back of your dog’s neck—not their throat—discouraging lunging. These may also be effective as a bark training collar during walks—you can turn their face away from the distraction.
Prong Training Dog Collars
These metal collars have dull prongs that apply gentle pressure when your dog tries to yank and pull during walks.
Pet parent faves
Petco has a variety of excellent corrective tools designed to discourage behaviors like tugging or pulling. Here are some of the best dog training collars most frequently purchased by Petco’s pet parent customers.
Best Dog Training Headcollars:
PetSafe
Black Gentle Leader Headcollar
PetSafe specializes in providing pet parents the tools needed to train dogs quickly and effectively. The Gentle Leader dog training collar can help reduce pulling, lunging and jumping by placing pressure on calming points. It comes with a training guide and a DVD with detailed instructions, and it may also help as a bark training collar.
Features:
- Available in Small, Medium and Large
- #1 headcollar recommended by veterinarians and trainers
- PetSafe provides customer service that is available Monday through Saturday
- Warranty included
- Painless, never chokes
PetSafe
Blue Gentle Leader Headcollar
Same style as our #1 bestseller, but in a vibrant blue. PetSafe is trusted by pet parents and trainers alike.
Features:
- Available in Medium and Large
- #1 headcollar recommended by vets and trainers
- PetSafe provides customer service that is available Monday through Saturday
- Warranty included
- Painless, never chokes
Good2Go
Head Halter for Dogs
The Good2Go headcollar is made of durable nylon, with extra padding around the muzzle for ultimate comfort. It also has a safety clip, so your dog stays secure. Good2Go recommends going one size larger for dogs at the upper limit of the range. They also recommend adding 1-1.5-inches to your dog’s neck measurement when choosing a size—two of your fingers should be able to fit between the collar and the dog’s neck.
Features:
- Available in Medium and Large/XL
- Detailed instructions included
- Intended for short term use only
- Allows dog to open mouth
- Adjustable
Best Dog Training Collars for Large Dogs:
Good2Go
Classic Training Dog Collar
This prong training dog collar is a great tool for teaching your dog how to walk properly on a leash without excessive pulling and tugging. The prongs apply pressure all around the neck instead of just on their fragile throat. It’s also customizable—you can add or remove prongs as needed.
Features:
- Available in Small, Medium, Large/XL and XXL/XXXL
- Not meant as a permanent walking collar
- Electronically welded
- A swivel ring helps prevent tangling
- Detailed instructions included
Petco
Chain Control Collar for Dogs
Chain control dog training collars can be a great option for some dogs. Petco’s version is plated with rust-resistant nickel and chrome to help reduce tarnishing and improve durability.
Features:
- Available in Large, Large/XL and XXL
- Designed to help control your dog on walks
- Available in silver
- A great tool for dogs learning training cues
- Resistant against rust, tarnish and breakage
Best Martingale Dog Training Collars:
Dog + Bone
Purple and Orchid Martingale Dog Collar
Dog + Bone has a great dog training solution. Their limited cinch design helps to control your dog in a humane manner and comes in a vibrant purple that will be easy to spot at the dog park. It’s made of durable nylon and has solid brass D-rings and loops that are rust-resistant. Who says training collars can’t be effective and fashionable?
Features:
- Available in Small, Medium and Large
- Features heavy-duty D-ring for leash attachment
- MIlitary-grade tri-glide
- Hand-crafted
- Helps keep dogs focused
Dog + Bone
Navy and Blue Martingale Dog Collar
This has the same great qualities as the purple and orchid version but comes in an electric blue and navy. The different colors allow you to mix and match with your favorite dog leash./p>
Features:
- Available in Small, Medium and Large
- Features heavy-duty D-ring for leash attachment
- Military-grade tri-glide
- Hand-crafted
- Helps keep dogs focused
Dog + Bone
Silver and Gold Martingale Dog Collar
The pale silver and dark gold version of Dog + Bones’ Martingale collar adds a classy and elegant touch to the dog training collar.
Features:
- Available in Small, Medium and Large
- Features heavy-duty D-ring for leash attachment
- Military-grade tri-glide
- Hand-crafted
- Helps keep dogs focused
Most Affordable Dog Training Collars:
Good2Go
Black Martingale Dog Collar
In search of a small dog training collar for your wide-necked pup? Good2Go has you covered. The martingale design comes in a wide range of sizes so you can find the perfect fit for your pup.
Features:
- Available in X-Small, Small, Medium and Large
- Limited-closure design helps to prevent choking
- Adjustable
- Secure and comfortable fit
- Great for both small and large dogs with wider necks
Good2Go
Grey and Pink Two-Tone Martingale Dog Collar
Good2Go has their best dog training collar in various colors. This two-toned version will go perfectly with any pink matching accessories.
Features:
- Available in X-Small, Small, Medium and Large
- Limited-closure design helps to prevent choking
- Adjustable
- Secure and comfortable fit
- Great for both small and large dogs with wider necks
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FAQs About Dog Training Collars
Training collars are great solutions when working on your dog or puppy training cues and proper behavior when walking. The excitement of the outdoors can make any dog forget their manners—training collars can gently correct pulling, lunging and barking without having to use extreme force, making the walk enjoyable for both you and your dog.
If you’re a new pet parent, it’s important to remember patience is the key. Most dogs are naturally inclined to please you. With a little time and helpful tools, they’ll follow your training cues in no time. Our New Dog Owner Guide can help you learn the basics. Our Dog Care Sheets are also very informative.
In addition to the training collars listed above, Petco also carries electronic dog collars and remote training devices. These emit sounds, sprays or vibrations to correct your dog’s behavior. In addition to training collars, Petco also carries flea and tick collars for dogs, as well as dog calming collars.
Headcollars are a great solution while on walks. You can add gentle tension to the leash when they’re barking, which will cause their head to turn away from the distraction. When it comes to solutions at home, vibrating e-collar dog training may be ideal. We carry models with remotes, so you can manually correct the behavior when needed.
*Based on petco.com sales data.
