Dog Collars @ Jewel Info 4 U
By: Nandita Ray
History: -The Dog collar is
the most basic item required for the
dog. It is the first item one
usually gets for his pet. A collar
helps in attaching a leash, hanging
an ID tag, taking it for a walk, or
to the vet or just being plain
decorative. It is a collar worn by
dogs resembling a necklace. It is
modeled on the choker which was very
popular during the Edwardian period
and is said to have been introduced
by Princess Alexandra who wore a
broad band of pearls and diamonds to
hide a scar on her neck. It should
sit snugly around your pet's neck
and should not hang freely. It
should have hooks to attach a leash
and rings to hang the Tags. Apart
from looking smart and trendy it
should be functional.
The history of dog collars began
in Holland in 1797, when the state
started imposing dog taxes and
issuing dog collars. Most European
countries are known to have issued
collars and collected taxes in
1800's. Leeds Castle Dog Collar
Museum houses 100's of dog collars
from the 17th and 18th centuries
made from velvet and leather.
Types of Dog Collar: - Dog
collars can be fashioned out of
plastic, nylon, steel, brass, PVC,
leather, cloth, suede, it can be
hand painted or embroidered, machine
made or hand crafted. Stones,
crystals, rhinestones, pearls, glass
beads and metal studs can be
attached on them. They come in
various sizes and prices. Choose a
collar depending on your pet.
Collars for a stroll, jogging,
partying or just plain merry making,
choose collars with care since not
all collars are sturdy or meant for
boisterous activity. Collars should
show and not get hidden. Ergo
collars also depend on the breed of
your pet and its demeanor. Collars
for 'ladies/girls' or for 'the stud'
is often differentiated and
available.
 There
are many different types of dog
collars for different functions
apart from the basic collar, called
the Buckle or flat collars. They are
used to hand ID tags. The Flea
collar which is to be used along
with basic collar has a chemical
filled in it which keeps the fleas
away. The Training collar is used to
control and train the dog to obey
and follow directions. Choke chains
or collars, limited choke collars,
prong collars, the Electronic
collar, No Bark collar, Head collar
are the training collars. Depending
on the size and behavior of the dog
the collars are used.
The Magnetic collar is a must for
old dogs suffering from arthritis.
There are designer collars too with
fancy trimmings, decorations and
jewels all assembled to make your
pet feel special! A fancy dog collar
enhances the style and beauty of
your favorite friend. Plenty of
styles, colors and materials to
choose from are constructed.
The studded jeweled collars are made
from toughened leather and studded
with studs. It is for the tough
looking dog in your life! Double
lined with suede, brass and nickel
hearts along with a heart ID purse
is an attractive collar. Also
available are horse and bone
designs. Sprinkled along the flat
belt like collar meant for the
strong masculine look! Spiked
leather super stud dog collar is
popular. Different styles and color
combination available with 3 rows of
rounded studs on 2" wide leather and
2" D ring for leash with buckle
style sturdy steel clasp. Colors in
burgundy and black or green and blue
or just a splash of red, a single
tone, are also striking.
Spiked and jeweled leather collar,
2" wide and 1/2" thick 2 ply becomes
sturdy for the strong and boisterous
dog. Decorated with alternating
steel spikes and colored stones in
red/blue/green combination is
another choice. Spiked or stud
collars are useful for an aging
friend as it keeps unwarranted dogs
at bay at the park or a get
together!
Austrian crystal jeweled collars
which come in two, three or five
rows of hand set crystals in
different hues and are meant for
party wear. Colors available are
pink, blue and green, yellow, purple
in single tone or in rainbow colors.
This is not meant for the active dog
or those with long hair.
The Italian Leather Collar in Fruit
Punch pink or red leather is adorned
by black dog bones or dainty scallop
pattern for small sized dogs.
Matching leads also available. Go
for the Pink Lizard pattern leather
collar with rhinestone buckle.
Genuine Swarovski crystals used on
these and are double stitched with
premium threads and reinforced at
stress points. Simple and smart they
come in pink, blue and green colors.
Leather collars made from the finest
Italian leather in metallic shades
of blue and pink with traditional
metal hardware is hardy. Elvis
American Eagle Collar in Viva Las
Vegas style in honor of the
Rock'n'Roll star in white patent
leather with shining rhinestones and
the official TCB logo medallion is
great! The Retro Look Collars
sporting a comic inspired design
with classic black and white checker
board backing is cute and trendy.
Whale of fortune collars fashioned
in Kelly green whales in pink or
navy background is preppy! Not to
miss the Wonder Stripes, brilliant
diagonal stripes in 3 different
vibrant color combinations. Carousel
which has orange, green, brown and
blue or the Tilt a whirl in pink,
white green and brown whereas the
Rainbow has vivid blue, green,
violet, red and yellow. Another
popular design is the Cubic design
which has Crayon with navy, red,
green and yellow or the Highlighter
in hot pink, green, orange and blue.
Hand beaded Dog collars are a work
of art. Made from top quality rolled
leather beaded by hand, oblong in
shape with color combination of your
choice can be ordered. Have some
ornamental metallic bows or water
hydrants fixed at intervals in brass
or nickel. Get the collars in double
tone or single color. Beads in multi
colors set in designs to enhance the
beauty of your pet in turquoise and
lime or orange and pink colors make
a bold statement. Spring Beaded
Kenyan Dog Collar is hand sewn by
Masaii women at home (Kenya) in 'one
of a kind' original design, hand
sewn on leather. Overlay of leather
glued and stitched at the back.
Multi colors Swiss Mountain dog
leather collar worn for ages by
herding breeds in Alps, the
traditional Cow Bell collar is
available in bright red color. They
are made of leather 1.25"wide soft
yet sturdy and decorated with Brass
Alpine cows with brass hardware.
Canvas collars in bright colors and
sprinkled with daisies or paw prints
or in candy stripe in pink, navy,
lavender were a hit in 2003. They
are crisp and sturdy and come with
gold hard ware and a bone charm. The
Bow Wow Bow collars are constructed
well, stylish and soft made from
strong nylon in vibrant colors and
design. A striking design is the
black and white polka dots on red
also the lemon melon polka dots in
yellow and pink is pretty. Collars
in grosgrain adorned with beautiful
black and white daisies or hot pink
and red daisies with matching leash
and hair clip. A complete set for
partying!
Chiffon collars are the collars
resembling scrunchies called Festive
collars. Made from softest fabrics
in colors to catch your eyes and
trimmed with sequins or beads, they
sit comfortably around your pet's
neck. Colors are Christmas bell,
gold and black, daisy rainbow,
garnet and many more. The jingle
bell collar is perfect for the
festive season made from nylon with
bells and stars and brass hardware
in red or green. The Bob Marley
Rasta dog collar for the feel of
sand and island with Jamaican style,
machine washable in bright colors
from will match your going sailing
look! For the Safari Chic go in for
fabulous animal prints in bold
colors like tan cheetah with hot
pink and black or white zebra in
black and turquoise. For the Big Boy
All American Look go stars and
stripes or the broad leather with
cow boy with spikes or easy biker
look to match your passion chains
and studs or flying bald eagle. The
classic black and white collar for
an official engagement from is
simple. While some dog collar has
back to school look with collegiate
stripes made from grosgrain ribbon
complete with a shield charm. Comes
with a quick connect buckle in
myriad colors.
Japanese collars and leads in
traditional Japanese fabric patterns
from 'Geta' sandal straps.
Manufactured from factory for belts,
they are hand made with adjuster
fasteners to fit your pet's
neckline. Patterns available are
floral design in pink, yellow and
purple and cherry blossoms in red,
pink and blue or the dragon in dark
red, pale purple, and moss green.
There are other designs to choose
from like the gold fish, or the
oriental zodiac calendar which was
very popular last year because it
was the year of the rabbit.
Party collars are made with rows of
rhinestones or Swarovski crystals
with dangling beads. Collars in
gorgeous leather flowers and
sparkling Austrian crystals is
handcrafted and decorated with an
alluring flower and Swarovski
crystals which can be riveted by
hand. Make you pet stand out with
just white pearl choker or collar
with tasseled edging or go for the
neon look collars that glow in the
dark or a PVC collar with flashing
lights. This is battery operated and
lasts for twenty hours. Jogging time
get your pet a watch collar in dark
colors, quartz battery operated.
Some stores offer Boa collars which
are funky and in bright pink,
orange, yellow and blue colors.
Collars with the antique touch,
filigreed center piece with a
solitaire gemstone in the color of
your choice.
The famous Martingale collars in
cotton print, Jacquard, preppy
stripes and dots, silk Brocades,
vintage, woven, novelty Jacquards.
They are made from premium cast i.e.
welded hardware and the buckle is
made from rock lockster and this is
used for very large dogs only. Those
in classic brown and gold or
burgundy and gold are excellent.
They are hand cut flexible web base
wrapped in coordinating or
contrasting satin. The hardware is
in solid brass.
Get Valentine day specials for your
pet. Collars made from gold metallic
ribbon or suede in an array of
colors which won't bleed since they
are well treated. The colors are
accentuated with white stitching for
added style and to keep the strap in
place are two suede keepers. The
colors green, red, pink, blue,
orange are further enhanced by
adding another color to it. kiwi
lime, raspberry pink, green hot
cocoa colors look chic
Get personalized dog collars. Custom
needle point embroidery with the
dog's name is hand washable. Whereas
waterproof collars are easy to
maintain and are strong yet soft to
feel. They are covered with
polyurethane and made from polyester
and nickel plated hardware. They
remain flexible even in sub zero
temperatures. The icing on the cake
is the top designer collars like the
Louis Vuitton, Gucci and Burberry
Dog Collars are also available.
Using the same Louis Vuitton print
and fabric or Burberry traditional
prints low cost collars are quite a
natty buy.
These are some of the collar designs
available today. Likewise here today
gone tomorrow. Nothing lasts
forever. So browse and check the
latest trends and designs before you
set your dog's heart on yesterday's
product!
More Information
Dog Charms
Dog Collars Buying Guide
Dog Jewellery Buying Guide
Dog Necklaces
Dog Tags Facts
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