Homeostasis can be defined as the stable condition of an organism and of its internal environment; or as the maintenance or regulation of the stable condition, or its equilibrium; or simply as the balance of bodily functions. The stable condition is the condition of optimal functioning for the organism, and is dependent on many variables, such as body temperature and fluid balance, being kept within certain pre-set limits. Other variables include the pH of extracellular fluid, the concentrations
Retractable leashes may not be used in the CGC Test. Dogs should wear a well-fitting buckle or slip collar (including a martingale) made of leather, fabric or chain. Special training equipment such as harnesses or haltis, pinch collars, and head collars such as gentle leaders are not permitted.
This type of dog collar should be used with extreme caution and never be left on your dog when you are not around. Chain slip collars have a high potential for strangulation. Metal prong or pinch collars. Metal prong collars can be intimidating and harsh to look at, but trainers generally prefer this to the chain slip collars. This is the collar of choice for training dogs that are stubborn and strong. Metal prong collars are also called pinch collars, and are widely used for training like the chain slip collars.