Ever wondered how many different types of dog collars there are on the market today? A random search showed adjustable, flashing, anti-bark and the choke chain variety, to name a few. Citronella dog collars keep the wasps at bay.
And who would ever have realised that it is possible to fit our four-legged friends with pheromone collars? Pheromone therapy is a new form of treatment to calm stressed and anxious dogs.
A new and synthetic version of this dog-appeasing pheromone can be used (under veterinary supervision) to help hounds who freak out at the sound of fireworks or thunder.
Its manufacturers claim that it can also stop nervous dogs being noisy, destructive and pooing on the carpet.
Neurotic dogs take note: they worth a try.