"What training supplies do I need for my dog?" Depends on what behavior you want to teach or correct. A professional trainer who works with dogs everyday is better qualified to offer you specifics on the How-To. Commands are the basic foundation to respecting you or anyone else your dogs come in contact with. Begin there. This article is an introduction to the types of tools you can have in your arsenal, if you need them, to bring out the best in your pet.

You may have realized by now some canine personalities are obviously easier to work with than others. Introduce a skill or correction a few times and the "pleasers" are willing to comply with your wishes. Some breeds are known to be more "independent thinkers" and the challenge of determination requires stronger training equipment.

Is your dog training you? Your pet needs supplies and equipment to correct your behavior.

Training Collars:

• Chain Choke Collars. There are opinions out there about the chain choke collar. With good reason since most do not know how to properly use it. The idea is not to drag or pull your dog or offer a full-blown hard jerk to the throat out of temper. If you have not been trained yourself, don't use it.
• Pinch Prong Collars. While these correction collars may appear inhumane, self-correction is as easy as power steering on your car. For the pullers out there, yes, this works.
• Electronic Collars. These work nicely with the entry and exit through dog doors, magnetic or electrical sensors patrol stop and go. Wireless barrier devices will control territory that is off limits indoors such as furniture or the cat's food and litter box. Battery collars are used for warning and correction with yard containment such as an electronic invisible fence.
• Bark control. Citronella or vibration/shock stimulation are tempting when the barking won't cease. I feel your frustration here. With an invisible fence installed you may want to consider "correction confusion" with the electronics. For some dogs the citronella works well. Other forms of ultrasonic stimulation could be a temporary device until the dog gets the hint. Again, there is controversy with re-evaluating basic commands to not need these types of training supplies.
• GPS tracking systems. Locators are the way to go for the field roamers. If you trust your dogs off lead in wide-open spaces for recreation or hunting, you can locate your outdoor buddy easily.

Muzzle. Some communities require muzzles for their quiet ordinance. Trainers may be looking for specific types for bite prevention. As long as the dog can breathe you have so many design choices available to you.

Harnesses. The harness is versatile for training gear. If pulling is the issue, specifically look for the No-Pull design that wraps around the upper front legs. It works nicely. Popular for a collar alternative. Styles vary, turn function into fashion. Find activity vest-like material for land or water. Help out the handicapped or medical recovery with the aid of a lifting tool.

Leashes. While training your dog, a 6-foot lead is recommended first. Yes, retractable leashes look like fun in a self-contained handle. But trust me, you will want to wait on the land/water freedom until your puppers can walk nicely on your left side.

Toys. You will be surprised how compliant your dog will be when you train with a floater for the water or something unique from the everyday playtime.

Clicker or Bait? Both popular - Your choice. Each has their benefits. Training with treats is something to eventually wean from as behavior improves. Praise should mean more than the reward eventually, so most will say offer reward and praise together. You like to be told how good you are, don't you? Highly recommend: Karen Pryor Clickertraining

Agility Training Equipment. Once you have the basics there's no need to stop. Agility stimulates the mind and the exercise is healthier for both of you rather than lying on the couch watching a movie. Sure you could compete. But you don't have to, why not spend some quality time one day a week playing with the obstacles?

Dog training supplies, equipment are designed with you in mind. Train the puppy or the pet will train you.