When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images/Sebastian Condrea Why are prong collars cruel, and what alternatives exist ...

SAN FRANCISCO (KCBS)— Some dog owners use prong collars in order to get their pets to obey, but some animal experts are not encouraging their use and provide alternatives to the "medieval" training ...

Prong collars have bothered me for a long time. And I now know I’m not the only one. I shudder every time I see a dog being forced to wear such a collar. Especially when an owner jerks the leash and ...

Dr. Alix Partnow, a neurologist at VCA Veterinary Specialty Center of Seattle, with her two dogs, in prong collars. Photo by VSC Dr. Alix Partnow, a neurologist at VCA Veterinary Specialty Center of ...

Why are prong collars cruel, and what alternatives exist for managing a strong-pulling dog? Prong collars cause discomfort and pain when a dog pulls. It's an aversive method to stop a dog from pulling ...