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Cats, similar to dogs, are physically active domesticated animals and letting them roam around inside your house without supervision could cause damage and scratches to your beddings and furniture. If you want to prevent that from happening, the use of cat barriers such as cat doors, enclosure or playpen is very helpful to keep your feline friend in a safe and contained area. Such pet containment systems are also a great way to keep your cat away from aggressive dogs and other dangerous stray animals in the neighborhood.

Here are a few types of cat barriers and the many good benefits they can bring to you and your beloved cat:

Cat Doors
Cat barrier, in the form of a cat door, will allow your kitty to enter and exit the house in a safe manner. As you all know, cats are naturally territorial and they immensely enjoy playing inside and outside the house. If you have a small cat door installed specifically for her, it can make the life of your cat easier and convenient. Hence, there’s no more need to exert effort to open the main door at all times to let her out or in.

Cat Flaps
This unique feline door design will let your cat to enter and exit a house on their own without needing you to open the main door from time to time, while providing protection against wind, rain and other harsh elements.

Cat Enclosures
For outdoor use, cat enclosures are very functional to contain your cat in the backyard or the park. More than being a cage, this spacious cat containment system can serve as an outdoor feline barrier where your furry friend can play, run, exercise and rest safely while enjoying the beauty of the outside world.

Cat Playpens
For indoor use, on the other hand, cat playpens and kitten playpens are a great solution. This type of cat barrier provides a comfortable space for your feline pet to stretch out, move around and play inside the house, while preventing her to get in touch with fragile objects such as furniture and other precious decorations. Cat playpen is also ideal to use if you leave your cat home alone.

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They come in thousands of sizes, shapes, colors and widths and it can be overwhelming at first.

To make life easier, first measure your dog’s neck, then go with a collar that’s a few inches longer than that. You should be able to fit two fingers under the collar once it’s on. You don’t want him to be able to slip out of it.

If you’re buying a collar for a puppy, you’ll want to check on the fit rather often because those cute little puppies grow very fast!

Standard Collar

The collar should really sit a little higher on the dog’s neck. That also helps with being able to control him more if he tends to pull on the leash when walking.

You’ll want to buy a collar and lead that will be in proportion to your dog’s size. You don’t want a thin little lead if you’re walking a mastiff, and you wouldn’t want to put a huge thick lead and collar around the neck of a Yorkie.

Select a collar and lead that matches the weight of your dog.

Don’t forget the name tag!

If your dog should run away or become lost, the name tag, with the dog’s name and your name and address on it, will help bring him home safely once he’s found.

Choke Collars

Choke collars should only be used if you’re training your dog. They aren’t to be used for walking a dog! I wouldn’t recommend using them on smaller dogs.

Halter collars

These allow you to have more control over your dog, especially if he likes to take you for a walk! They give you more control because these types of collars go around the back of the head and around the nose.

When your dog pulls, his head his pulled to one side, which stops the “forward” thought of the dog. Good for larger dogs that tend to pull on the lead.

Harnesses

Let’s talk about dog harnesses

Unlike collars, harnesses fit around the shoulders and neck and behind the front legs of the dog. These are best for dogs that tend to pull on a traditional leash and choke themselves. My dog loves to pull then starts gagging from the pressure of the collar.

Harnesses are great but they don’t fit comfortably on certain dogs.

Dogs with shorter legs and broader chests may find it a little uncomfortable when wearing a harness. My Corgie can’t wear one because her legs are so short and her chest is wide.

An example are: Corgis, bulldogs, dachshunds, etc.

If you have a “low-rider” dog like mine, consider using a collar and lead instead.

Prong Collars

These collars have prongs that sick against the dog’s neck. They’re mainly used if your dog tends to pull a lot or as a training collar.

Choosing a Lead

Selecting a lead is easier than choosing a collar. Simple get one that closely matches the weight of your dog. It doesn’t matter whether it’s leather or nylon, that’s simply a personal choice. I prefer nylon because it’s lightweight and can be washed if it gets dirty.

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