metal collars or hevy collars
Your dog seems to be in pain. Take him to the vet.
If a dog is in pain it is advised to see a vet. Pain in their side could be something life threatening.
No it can"t!
To prevent your dog from experiencing back pain due to their ears being held back, avoid putting them in situations where their ears are constantly pulled back or restrained. This can cause strain on their neck and back muscles. Be mindful of how your dog's ears are positioned and make sure they have enough freedom to move naturally. If you notice any signs of discomfort or pain, consult with a veterinarian for further advice.
If your dog can walk, its probably just sprained.
Go see your vet and have x-rays. It could be a disease associated with disks or a tumor growth on the spine or neck area. Or, it could be due to a trauma that can't heal because it keeps getting re-injured? This is a question that needs to be answered by your vet. If you dog is limping, he may feel pain. Get it checked out.
noNo, a dog harness cannot harm a dog, it is a dog collar that can cause wheezing, coughing and damage to a dog's trachea if a dog pulls whilst walking on a collar and leash. A dog harness is used to spread the pressure of pulling across the dog's chest which prevents damage to the sensitive neck area. Anti-pull harnesses are specially designed aids for use, along with dog training to stop dogs pulling.
Yes and also in some cases no. If you hear your dog chocking that tells you not to pull as hard. Yes it does and it can cause serious damage if the dog is wearing a dog collar and not a dog harness. Dog harnesses prevent damage to a dog's neck and specific types of dog harnesses are designed to prevent pulling - anti-pull harnesses are used to stop a dog pulling, along with training.
A dog may yelp when given insulin because the injection can cause discomfort or pain at the injection site.
If you have a strong and active dog, I can certainly understand not wanting to use a choke collar. I have found that you can purchase a good dog harness that will assist you when taking your dog for a walk, and it will not harm your dog or cause it any discomfort.
When a dog puts his chin on another dog's neck, it is a sign of dominance or control. It is a way for the dog to assert its authority over the other dog.
cause of the very reason that their folks pick em up that way