Collars

Tactical and durable collar picks Cerberus actually wears.

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Cerberus wearing a black DO NOT PET tactical dog collar Elite Spanker tactical dog collar in military style Wide 2-inch tactical dog collar with top handle
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Best Overall – DO NOT PET Tactical Dog Collar

We love the DO NOT PET collar because it combines strong/durable 2in (or 1.5in) nylon with strong metal hardware that's withstood all of Cerb's pulling without ever showing signs of strain. Unlike the quick release collars, the tactical hardware on this collar requires that both sides of the clasp be pressed in and back at the same time to remove it which is virtually impossible for a dog to do on its own and prevents accidental bumping and jostling from engaging the clasp.

The positives of this collar:

  • Virtually unbreakable, semi waterproof nylon and metal hardware
  • A strong message to the public to ask before attempting to pet your dog
  • 2 leash attachment options (a triangular one and a circular one) that are great if you want to use a short leash and a long training leash at the same time
  • A 2in width which complements the long neck of the Doberman and other large working breeds well

The negatives:

  • This collar tends to come in at higher than average cost

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Best Value – Excellent Elite Spanker Tactical Dog Collar

This is a collar that does it all at a budget friendly price. Our favorite feature of the collar is its clasp free closure which ensures that the collar will never accidentally fall off if properly fitted. This is the sleek, budget friendly option that will look good on medium to larger dogs with long necks such as the Doberman and have soft enough padding on the inside to protect sensitive skin.

The positives of this collar:

  • Budget friendly
  • Aesthetically pleasing and offered in several color options and neck sizes from medium to extra large dogs
  • Nylon and hardware that won't break under even the heaviest of pullers

The negatives:

  • We've noticed this collar can become waterlogged easily after creek days and extended time in the rain and needs to be thoroughly dried to ensure it doesn't mildew

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Strongest -Tactical Collar with Handle — 2 Inch

This collar is the biggest and sturdiest of our picks at 2 inches wide with thick, military green nylon and a clasp free enclosure. There's virtually no way to break or jostle this collar into coming off. Everything about it is supersized from the 2 in D ring to the large handle on the top that you can use as an additional feature to control your dog in close quarter environments.

The positives:

  • Virtually unbreakable
  • Sturdy, large top handle
  • Simple, aesthetic, no frills

The negatives:

  • The collar material is inflexible and potentially slightly less comfortable for your dog than other options

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