this product does not specify a size. I would like to know how big the actual collar is and if it can be used on a small dog (8lbs)
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We have a 9lb. female shih-tzu/chihuahua and it is a little big but it works just fine. She's always on the go and it doesn't seem to slow her down. We've never had to shock her or put it on vibrate. One beep and she's right by your side. Very satisfied. :)
1328246
Our dog is now almost 18 lbs. And it barely fits him. I would not recommend this for a truely small dog.
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U can use device on small dog. The collar does come off we're u can put it on your own collar.
1328248
It may be a bit to big but the collar will detach from the unit and basically any other type collar would fit that unit.So if you went to any local pet store you can purchase a collar that will work.
1328249
I used it on our male Tea Cup Pododle who only weight about 6Lb you will want to use it on the vibrate mode, hope this help
1328250
Diane, I would not recommend this collar for a 8 lb dog. I have a 16 lbs dog and this collar fits slighly lose on her. This product is more for medium and large size breeds.
1740807
I would say 8 months is old enough to use this collar. My dog is a golden mix. She weighs 60lbs. I bought a large and it fits her well.
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I gave this as a gift to my daughter-in-law who has a small Chihuahua/Cairn Terrier mix and guessed at her size. I don't know the dog's neck size but the collar fit her and she is a small, but not tiny dog. Sorry I can't be of much help here.
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My dog is a South African Boerboel. He is approximately 145-150 pounds and still filling out if that gives you an idea. I started using it when my dog's neck was around 18-20 inches. He is currently at 26 inches. I just looked at the collar and I think you could use it on a neck as small as 12 inches to just over 30 inches. It's adjustable and you can cut the end of the strap off when you get to a permanent size if there's a lot of left over. The collar does come with instructions about adjusting it.
441021
The collar is too large for this size dog. I don't think they make collars for very small dogs.
2075541
My dog chewed it in half and I've already thrown it away. It was small and thin approximately 1/2 inch. The collar is much thicker.
976689
This collar is good for dogs 8 lbs and up who have a neck size of at least 6". If your dog is smaller, it is better to get the little dog collar instead of this one.
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My dog is an 11 lb toy poodle and the collar is almost too large and heavy for her. I would NOT recommend it for a dog that small. The blast of spray is also quite strong and I wouldn't want my micro dog to get hit with it.
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The collar is adjustable. Just buy the one appropriate for the size of the dog. It's not magic, but it does help!
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It is adjustable but it is huge! My dog is 70 pounds. I would think buy a smaller collar for small dogs.
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I used it on a 14lb dog. The collar adjusted down to fit. 8lb? Not sure. You can take the unit off the collar that I comes with and put it on another collar if you want. It just has to be as wide (I think 1/2 inch?)
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I believe that this collar works best for all dogs over 12 pounds. We have a small mini-dashound and while it will adjust a works fine on her, it is too big and cumbersome for a "small dog".
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Our dog is 40 lbs and it works quite well. The collar would be bulky for a small dog. Operationally, on the lowest level, I think it would be okay but might me heavy for a small pet.
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It's not the size of the collar but the training that should be done. Yes, it works on a larger dog but only if you train them properly. Some learn with the first vibration but others learn to run through and you can never get them back so follow the instructions to train them properly.
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We purchased ours for an 8lb puppy. I believe that the instructions say its for dogs 8lbs and up. The collar can be made smaller or bigger, you just have to be careful of the antenna located in the collar. It worked well with our puppy. Also there are different settings for the strength of the shock so make sure it's not on the highest setting when you first try it. You can work your way up to find the setting that works best.
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I am not sure about size but these are the only pinch collars to buy for the comfort of your companion. I have two and they are so much better then the cheep ones in big stores.
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The collar I use is the bright orange one that comes with the collar.It is less than 3/4 inch wide and between 1/8 and 1/16 inch thick.It is alot longer than it needs to be, but it is very slippery and there is a roller on the buckle. I have owned other makes and models and this one is far and away the easiest to put on or take off the dog.