Choke Collar

The choke collar should be approximately 2 inches larger than the diameter of  your dog's neck.  To measure your dog for a choke collar, run a piece of string around your dog's neck and add two inches to the length.  Then choose the collar closest to this length.
Your dog must be WEARING his choke collar and leash when you bring him into class.

10 Foot Cotton Web Leash

The 10 foot cotton web leash is available in various colors at most pet shops.  Please do not get a leash longer than 10 feet.  These leashes are also available in a nylon version which is slightly more expensive and is also more abrasive to the handler's hands.  You will need this leash by the 5th week of class.  
All equipment should be purchased from a quality pet shop rather than a food or variety store.

Leather Leash

The leash must be 6 feet long and should be made of a good quality flexible leather no more than 3/4 inches wide.  Quality leashes are either braided on each end or both stitched and braided.  Leashes which are only riveted without additional reinforcement are not acceptable.  Nylon leashes (6 feet long) are acceptable but are more abrasive to the handler's hands