Dublin Dog Koa Collar, in Brook Trout

Dublin Dog Trail Gear ~ “Koa” and “All Style, No Stink” Collars

October 4, 2013COMtnMom

dublindog_logo-smlDublin Dog are the makers of quality canine products for people who love the outdoors, and want to include their dog(s) on their adventures.  They back all their products up with a satisfaction guarantee.  And they’ve come up with some impressive technology for dog collars.  Our family dog Daisy tested out the “Koa” and “All Style, No Stink” styles.

These collars are high quality and truly designed with active dogs in mind, made to withstand any outdoor elements you and your pup come across during your exploring:  water, rain, snow, sweat, mud, trash, or even beach!

Dublin Dog All Style, No Stink Collar

 

Dublin Dog "All Style, No Stink" collar, in Tigris design
Dublin Dog “All Style, No Stink” collar, in Tigris design

Let’s start with the All Style, No Stink collar because it’s Dublin Dogs original dog collar design.  You know how most dogs love to swim, waddle through, or just plain ROLL in any form of water they are thrilled and oh-so-fortunate to come across during an adventure?   Sometimes (think clear mountain streams, with rock covered beds)… this is no big deal.  Other times, it is a (stinky!) big deal.

And dirty, mucky water baths of this sort make for stinky collars.   Stinky dogs, too… but unfortunately, you’re just going to have to hose your furry friend down.  🙂

Enter Dublin Dog’s awesome polymer blend dog collars, which utilizes their own proprietary E3 formulation:  Extreme Element Elastomers.

What does that mean exactly?  Well, it’s 100% waterproof, and is non-porous.  So there’s no hiding places for odor causing bacteria to linger, and they don’t retain dirt.   For maintenance, just wash in seconds with warm water and soap.  And Walla!  The collar is once again good to go, you know… “all style, no stink” like.

Dublin Dog All Style No Stink collar worn by Golden Retriever
Dublin Dog All Style No Stink collar, modeled by our Golden Retriever Daisy

We actually liked this collar best, of the two we tried.  It’s a nice thickness, and features raised designs.  We’ve only used it for 3 weeks, but due to the nature of the E3 material used… I really anticipate no fading of the colors or design.  With 20 patterns to choose from, you’re sure to find a color and design that fits your Fido’s personal taste.

And while mild mannered Daisy didn’t need this kind of restraint, you Husky owners will be happy to know the All Style, No Stink collar packs in a pull strength of 1200 lbs per square inch.   Which isn’t a knock to Huskies, BTW.  The Canine Love of My Life was a Husky I owned for 12 years.  🙂

Dublin Dog Koa Collar

Dublin Dog Koa Collar, in Brook Trout
Dublin Dog Koa Collar, in Brook Trout

I really love this collar!  I’ve owned dogs for years, and have never seen anything quite like this.  But then again, I’ve always been a sucker for rainbow trout.

So first let me explain the only reason I favored the previous style over this one, is because our dog is kindof shaggy.  And since the All Style, No Stink collar is a little thicker, it could more readily be seen on her, vs the sleek Koa.  But the Koa collar is gorgeous, and I absolutely love the nature design concept of using the 3 colors/types of trout for the Trout Series!

It’s hard to see from the pictures, but I was surprised when I received mine so I’ll explain what these are like.  They are coated in what’s described as a “medical grade urethane” material, so have a rubber-like feel, to the touch.  But you can see what appears to be a more traditional woven fabric collar underneath.  The Koa trout collection strives for intricate, life-like imaging, and the collar print really does look vibrant.

Dublin Dog KOA collar worn by Golden Retriever
Daisy sporting a Dublin Dog Koa collar, in Rainbow Trout

You will get all the same no-stink benefits from this Koa collar.  That coating makes it impervious to dirt, moisture, and odor causing bacteria.

Both of these collars are very high quality.  The buckle hardwear is sturdy and substantial, but does not add a lot of weight.  The smooth urethane casing seems to make latching the buckle in one of the provided holes quite easy.

The Koa series includes UV inhibitors, so the collars will not yellow or fade from their original lovely designs.  They are available in 3 trouts patterns:  brook trout, rainbow trout, and brown trout; as well as 6 other vibrant patterns and colors.

Dublin Dog also includes very helpful instructions for determining the correct sizing for your pooch, including a template you can print out to measure their neck.

Daisy will be stink free and looking lovely in her Dublin Dog collars for years to come!  I had not previously heard of this brand, but definitely recommend them to dog owners.  Their quality is definitely there, and I feel the prices are reasonable as well.

Check out the Dublin Dog site to discover more great canine trail gear products they feature.

 Dublin Dog Collar Giveaway

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Dublin Dog has offered to send one of my winning readers a Dublin Dog collar… either a Koa or All Style No Stink – your choice!  Yaaay!

Open to US residents, ages 18+.   Entries will be verified.   Please enter using the form below.

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Daisy received the two collars described here at no cost from Dublin Dog, for the purposes of this review.  All opinions are my own.

 

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Comments (39)

  • Marti Tabora

    October 4, 2013 at 4:21 pm

    My favorite dog collar is the magma orange. My dog looks really good in orange. Thanks.

  • Darlene Owen

    October 4, 2013 at 4:49 pm

    My favorite is the Cotton Candy collar.

  • Kim

    October 4, 2013 at 5:41 pm

    I LOOVE the Persian Dawn collar! My dogs definitely need stink free collars,

  • Wehaf

    October 4, 2013 at 6:07 pm

    I like the Alma Mater collar.

  • Joe

    October 4, 2013 at 8:52 pm

    I like raspberry sorbet collar!

  • deanna

    October 4, 2013 at 10:24 pm

    My favorite is the Persian Dawn collar.
    xo

  • Pamela H.

    October 4, 2013 at 11:33 pm

    I like the Dublin collar.

  • Patricia O.

    October 5, 2013 at 12:17 am

    I love the Koa collar in “Manic Magenta”. Would look great on one of my pups!

    1. COMtnMom

      October 14, 2013 at 4:34 pm

      Congrats, Patricia! You’re my winner! 🙂

  • Kat

    October 5, 2013 at 12:31 am

    They look good!

  • Danielle Porter

    October 5, 2013 at 12:42 am

    I like the thundercloud design the best but would probably end up getting a no stink collar!

  • Sunnie

    October 5, 2013 at 2:48 am

    These are cool collars! I like the olive and brown one.

  • Val in Real Life

    October 5, 2013 at 4:48 am

    Mutiny would be perfect for The Disapproving Beagle… the reluctant adventurer. 🙂

  • Kari O.

    October 5, 2013 at 5:17 am

    Apple Orchard! So cute!

  • Samantha L.

    October 5, 2013 at 10:51 am

    The Montauk collar would look great on our yellow lab!

  • Jenny M.

    October 5, 2013 at 9:34 pm

    I like Apple Orchard and Cotton Candy.

  • Anna E.

    October 6, 2013 at 12:58 am

    My favorite is the Mutiny Collar!

  • Sarah Cass

    October 6, 2013 at 1:34 am

    I like the hong kong seas collar…

  • Sara Filler

    October 6, 2013 at 2:03 am

    olive and brown

  • golden storm

    October 6, 2013 at 2:09 am

    I like the Maui Sunrise collar

  • Samantha D.

    October 6, 2013 at 2:39 am

    These are so pretty. My dog Daisy would love a new collar, and I’d love these colors. Especially the Trout series, but I really love any of the series. Can’t go wrong. The colors are vibrant, the material looks smooth and comfy too.

  • Christina Marie

    October 6, 2013 at 2:40 am

    My favorite is the Classic Stripe Sherpa. Thanks for the giveaway!

  • Teish

    October 6, 2013 at 3:06 am

    I love the striped KOA collars! I think the apple orchard one is my fav.

  • Rebecca Graham

    October 6, 2013 at 6:09 am

    I like the Maui Sunrise dog collar.

  • KHBride

    October 6, 2013 at 7:56 am

    I like the Olive & Brown and Blue Ribbon

  • Jara Christensen

    October 6, 2013 at 9:10 pm

    The Harbor dog collar was definitely my favorite! My little doggy would love it so much!!

  • G

    October 7, 2013 at 12:59 am

    I think I like Sherpa the best although I like quite a few of their collars. Since I have eight dogs, including three rescues, I’m always looking for great dog products and these no stink collars sound really nice. Thanks for the chance to win one for one of my fur kids!

  • Sam Stamp

    October 7, 2013 at 4:03 am

    The Tahitian Sky collar is my favorite!

  • Jessica P

    October 7, 2013 at 2:01 pm

    I love the Tahitian Sky and the Tigris! jessicapeeling@yahoo.com

  • Cassie Sudduth

    October 7, 2013 at 2:40 pm

    I like the Sultan and the Blue Ribbon!

  • Lacey

    October 7, 2013 at 4:51 pm

    I love the Tigris design! Would look great on my black lab, great dane mix

  • Brandy Jones

    October 7, 2013 at 4:56 pm

    I love the blue ribbon collar.

  • Tonya {The Traveling Praters}

    October 7, 2013 at 5:04 pm

    I really like the Hunter Orange collar.

  • Heather

    October 8, 2013 at 6:27 pm

    My favorite is Cotton Candy! It would be perfect for my dog because her name is Daisy!

  • Dorothy Teel

    October 8, 2013 at 8:55 pm

    I like this collar from Dublin Dog – Maui Sunrise, would look good on my grand dog – Kona

  • John Soltys

    October 9, 2013 at 4:13 pm

    I’m digging the Koa in Brook Trout.

  • Laurie Emerson

    October 11, 2013 at 1:57 am

    I like the Daisy Daze Cotton Candy.

  • Breanne

    October 11, 2013 at 3:09 am

    I like the Persian Dawn collar

  • Miranda Ward

    October 11, 2013 at 3:34 am

    I like the Cotton Candy collar

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