Buying a Dog Collar For The Holiday Season
by habits on Sep.30, 2009, under investment
Buying a Festive Dog Collar
An attractive and high quality holiday dog collar and leash can last through many seasons, helping you and your pet get into the spirit of the holidays. It’s easy to buy one that will last. Here are some tips that will help you make a good choice.
High Quality Collars Come with Guarantees
· Inspect the nylon webbing before you make a purchase. Make sure it is soft and supple, without pulls, blemishes, or frayed edges.
· All materials used in the construction of the dog collar should be color fast. If you don’t know, check the label, look at the manufacturer’s website, or call the company. You don’t want your fancy red dog collar to stain your dog’s coat!
· Buckles, rings, and any other hardware should be rust-free.
· Purchase your plaid collar from a company that offers guarantees against defects in workmanship and materials.
Wash Before Storing for Years of Use
After you purchase a beautiful and well-made festive dog collar, some basic care will help it last through many holidays. When needed, wash it in warm water and a small amount of mild detergent. Don’t wash the dog collar in the machine unless the label tells you to do so (and stick with a mild detergent if you do). Lay the collar flat to dry.
Clean the collar before you pack it up at the end of the holiday so that stains won’t set during the “off-season.” Then when the holiday nears, you will unpack a fresh, clean, beautiful collar to enjoy for several months, year after year!
Sue LeBlanc, Dog Owner and Lover
