The Mighty Paw brand is exclusively a dog brand and is responsible for creating the Mighty Paw Reflective Collar. Mighty Paw is a family owned business located in Rochester, New York.
Mighty Paw is apparently really interested in your dog having all the fun he wants together with you. Or at least that’s what it says. It also says that all its products are of great quality. Additionally, Mighty Paw has a 90-day guarantee on all its products.
The Mighty Paw Reflective Collar is one of Mighty Paw’s basic collars, just so you know.
However, there is more to this collar than that. And that more is what we’ll be getting to in this review. Let’s do this…
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Who Can Wear The Mighty Paw Reflective Collar?
The Mighty Paw Reflective Collar comes in four different sizes: small, medium, large and extra-large. And the only restrictions this collar has are as regards size.
Features Of The Mighty Paw Reflective Collar
1. Material
This collar is made of really strong nylon and with this one, the Mighty Paw Reflective Collar actually lives up to that hype.
The material is really strong which makes the collar a good idea for really active dogs. You can expect the collar to be put through a lot of pressure and still come out looking no worse for wear.
The collar is also weather resistant. It can be worn in practically any weather; heat, cold, snow, whatever.
Also, the collar doesn’t fall apart when exposed to moisture. This automatically means that your dog can wear it in the rain, to take a bath or to go for a swim. As for cleaning it, you can toss it in the washer or wash it by hand. Water does not deteriorate it and the color does not bleed.
2. Design
First of all, this collar is a padded collar. On the inside of it is a strip of neoprene padding sewn securely into the collar. This makes it comfortable enough to be worn for as long as is necessary.
Additionally, it is reflective. Thankfully, it is actually made with reflective stitching and so should be reflective for some time yet.
The reflective stitching is on opposite sides of the collar (up and down). And this allows for an even distribution of the reflective quality of the collar.
This Mighty Paw collar comes in only two basic colors: black and grey. There are no designs and there are no embellishments. Just plain black and grey collars.
Furthermore, the stitching and finishing are actually done really well. They look nice and hold on nicely too. This way, the collar won’t start to fall apart soon. One more thing! On the front of the collar is an obvious logo of the Mighty Paw brand.
3. Clasp And D Ring
This collar uses a regular plastic buckle for a clasp. The buckle is an easy one to use and so should not give you issues with its operation. It’s an OK size so should not be an issue irrespective of the size or strength of your fingers.
This collar also features a leash ring. The leash ring is actually a metal D ring sewn into the collar. It is sewn in securely and so shouldn’t just come off. Also, the leash ring is rust resistant.
4. Velcro Strip And ID Ring
The Mighty Paw Reflective Collar is an adjustable collar. However, unlike most other adjustable collars, this one does not feature a tri glide or a metal buckle. Rather, it has a Velcro strip.
Now, we really do not think this is the best that Mighty paw could have done as regards adjustment. The reason is, the wearer could accidentally adjust the collar in a bid to scratch his neck or even paw at the collar.
Also, the Velcro strip has a shorter ‘on collar’ life than a regular tri glide would. But it isn’t so bad an idea, though. Just not the best idea.
This collar also has a plastic ring for you to hang stuff like an ID tag or a small accessory.
Is The Mighty Paw Reflective Collar User Friendly?
This collar is a really easy to use collar. The Velcro strap actually makes it more user friendly because you basically just have to peel off and plaster back on to adjust the collar.
Pros Of The Mighty Paw Reflective Collar
1. Durable
This is really a heavy duty collar. The material is strong and should be really good for energetic dogs.
2. Reflective
We also like that this collar is reflective. We especially like that it is stitched with reflective thread because there is a greater possibility that the collar will remain reflective for a long time.
3. Padded
Of course, the fact that the Mighty Paw Reflective Collar is a plus. This is because it makes the collar that much more comfortable. Allowing a dog wear this collar for as long as is absolutely necessary.
Cons Of The Mighty Paw Reflective Collar
The Velcro strip! We think there could have been a better idea or Mighty Paw should have just stuck with a tri glide. Because the Velcro strip is something that a dog can adjust by himself. Not all dogs will but the possibility is there. And this kinda defeats the purpose.
Alternative Options To The Mighty Paw Reflective Collar
Is the Mighty Paw Reflective Collar not exactly your cup of tea? Check out these other options:
Option With More Colors
Pawtitas Padded Dog Collar
If you were not particularly excited when we mentioned that our featured collar comes in only two color options, you might want to consider the Pawtitas Padded Dog Collar.
This collar affords you more color options to play around with. It is also padded. One awesome thing about this collar is that the padding wraps around the inside of the collar such that the buckle does not touch the wearer’s skin. This makes it a good choice for dogs who easily get irritated.
Check out this review for more information on the Pawtitas Padded Dog Collar.
Option With A Metal Buckle
OneTigris Military Dog Collar
The OneTigris Military Dog Collar is a really strong and durable collar and will do well for high energy dogs.
For adjustment, this collar uses your regular metal buckle. However, with this collar, you have two metal tongues and two corresponding rows of five adjustment holes. This should offer double the security.
The OneTigris Military Dog Collar comes in five different colors. However, all of them are dark. Go check out this review we wrote on this collar.
Option With Patterns
RC Pet Products Collar
The RC Pet Products Collar doesn’t just come in different colors, it also comes in different patterns. So, for those dog parents that want more than just colors, this could be the collar you’re looking for.
However, this collar isn’t padded and costs more than our featured collar. Still interested in the RC Pet Products Collar? Check out this review first.
Comparison Table
Mighty Paw Reflective Collar
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Pawtitas Padded Dog Collar
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OneTigris Military Dog Collar
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RC Pet Products Collar
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| Padded? | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Buckle | Plastic | Plastic | Metal | Plastic |
| Reflective? | Yes | Yes | No | No |
What People Think About The Mighty Paw Reflective Collar
People seem really excited about the Mighty Paw Reflective Collar. There are those that are not having it because of the Velcro strip and there are yet those that love it in spite of the Velcro snap.
Our Take
We actually do like the collar. And if the Velcro strip is something you can bear with, really consider this collar.
