Transcription: We're going to focus on the training collar because it really is a common denominator. Once you understand its proper use, it's much easier to jump to other methods. The reason we use the training collar is because it mimics something a dog already understands. In other words, it mimics the way one dog would discipline or correct or dominate another dog in a natural environment. Of course, your purpose really isn't to dominate. It's to educate or domesticate. And when you use the training collar properly, it won't cause your dog any discomfort physically or mentally. The first thing you need t ...