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Lead times are estimates and may vary.\u003cbr\u003eRush production (3–4 Weeks Estimated) is only available when Rush Shipping is selected in product options.\u003cbr\u003eProduction begins at time of purchase.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePuppy Criterion Padded Agitation Collar\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Proven Standard — Sized and Built for Working Puppies.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePuppy Criterion Padded Agitation Collar\u003c\/strong\u003e is built using the exact same construction, materials, and hardware standards as our full-size Criterion collars — just scaled appropriately for \u003cstrong\u003eworking puppies up to 6 months old\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtecting a growing puppy is extremely important. 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