Professional endorsements

Citronella bark collars are not cruel. However, it is cruel to get rid of a dog because his incessant barking makes your or your neighbor's lives miserable, It is also cruel to continually yell at and punish a dog that barks. When other attempts to quiet your dog fail, using a citronella bark collar is not an outrageous tactic. It is more humane to use a bark collar on your dog than it is to give him up, or worse, put him to sleep simply because he barks.

Citronella collars are an extremely useful and humane tool to stop unnecessary recreational or nuisance barking. They use a sensor that detects the vibration of the dog's throat when he barks. They then emit a spray of citronella under the dog's chin. Citronella is harmless and has been veterinarian approved. Citronella is an essential oil distilled from plants. Most people find it pleasant smelling; however, many dogs find it distracting. The citronella anti-barking collar was invented in France and is distributed in the United States by ABS (Animal Behavior Systems).