MRC:
Those unusual or unique characteristics or qualities of an item not covered in the other requirements and which are determined to be essential for identification.FEAT
Special Features:
The collar shall of the martingale (self-limiting) type and shall consist of straps each fitted on one end to the attachment point for a leash through a slip loop (the martingale), with the opposite ends fitted with a buckle or other means for attaching the collar and adjusting the fit. The attachment of the buckle to the collar shall be arranged to prevent the dogs skin from being pinched while the collar is fastened. The martingale shall consist of a loop of chain or strap that passes through the rings on the collar ends and terminates in an attachment point for a leash. The loop shall have an interior circumference of at least 8 inches and not more than 10 inches. The choke collar shall accommodate necks from 14 to 18 inches in circumference. Collars adjustable to larger and/or smaller sizes in addition to the specified range are acceptable.
MRC:
A recording of the physical,functional,and performance characteristics for an item of supply.TEXT
General Description:
The choke collar shall be designed and constructed to fit around the dogs neck at the base of the skull and provide the handler a means of controlling the dog while offering controlled negative re-enforcement to condition the dog not to strain against its leash. The negative re-enforcement consists of automatic tightening and loosening of the collar proportional to the tension on the leash, which causes disconfort to the dog without harm. The collar shall be capable of withstanding the dynamic load imparted by stopping a moving mass having a kenetic energy of at least 120 foot-pounds without failure or damage incluking; fracture or permanent deformation of the leash attachment point, the rings, the martingale, or the buckle; failure to release of the buckle; tearing or other damage to the collar material. And failure of or damage to joints (e.G. Broken stitches or separation of other bonds).
