CHOOSE THE RIGHT COLOUR
The Orbiloc Dog Dual comes in many different colours. The fashion colours allow you to give your dog’s style a personal touch. And the signal colours, give you the opportunity to choose the right light for your specific needs, as well as one suited to specific weather conditions. Choose different colours for each of your dogs, so you can distinguish between them from a distance. The visibility of the Orbiloc Dog Dual has to do with several factors; the design of the lens, the power of the LED, how the eye perceives different colours, and the weather conditions. To decide what colour you want your Orbiloc Dog Dual in, we’ve made a description for you below.
Signal Colours
YELLOW: Yellow light is the most eye-catching colour which makes it a unique and useful colour. The human eye is an expert in distinguishing the colour yellow from other colours, and supposedly it is very visible in foggy and misty weather. The yellow light is gentle for the eyes to look at, why it is suitable for walking your dog on a short leash. We also know the colour from warning signs and road works, where drivers are used to slowing down.
RED: The colour red is the universal signal for attention, so in case of an emergency red light is great for signalling and safety. The colour red has the greatest wavelength of any colour on the visible spectrum, meaning you can see it from a greater distance than other colours. The red colour is also gentle for the eyes to look at in the dark, and therefore it does not disturb your night vision.
BLUE: The blue light is associated with police, emergency and accidents. Because of this, it gets drivers to slow down in traffic, and therefore it can be said to have a preventive effect on accidents. In dim light, the colour blue shines brighter than other colours.
White light is associated with headlights on cars and bicycles, and can therefore also be associated with the forward direction of a runner or a person walking. The white light has a great ability to shine through thick and long fur. In case of emergencies, the white light can also be used as a mini torch.
GREEN: Green light is known to enhance night vision, and helps intensify contrast. The human eye perceives the green colour above any other colour. Through Millenia, humans have interacted in the natural world where green in the predominant colour. Therefore evolution dictates our preference for the colour green. This makes the green light an optimal colour for wanting to be noticed in any setting. Green is also good in sunlight and bright weather, and is known to have a calming effect.
Fashion colours
TURQUOISE: The turquoise light is a blend of the colours blue and green, and it has a strong link to the colour of the ocean. The turquoise light is a perfect gender-neutral colour that adds pop to all your gear.
PINK: Pink is a colour often associated with sensitivity, politeness and sweetness. The pink light is a mixture of purple and red and it symbolises energy, passion and fun. The pink light can be paired with almost any colour – adding a touch of glamour to your gear.
DARK: The DARK light has an overall classy, minimalist and sophisticated look and features a xenon-like white light. The DARK light is the perfect match for those who value coolness, effect and a futuristic look.
AMBER: Amber is a bright, warm hue that sits between yellow and orange in the color wheel. It is a warmer, deeper, more golden shade of yellow, perfect for adding vibrant accents in designs. Combine its warm tone with deep browns and reds, and you get a vivid, earthy palette. Alternatively, combine it with deep shades of green for a natural, autumn-inspired effect.
PURPLE: The Purple light is a mix of the two colours red and blue, with an elegant and modern feeling. The Purple light is a sophisticated, varied and versatile colour that is appropriate in combination with lots of dog collars and harnesses.
General advice on which colour to choose
Choose different colours for each of your dogs, so you can distinguish between them from a distance.
We recommend the following.
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Dogs with dark fur: Choose a light colour
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Dogs with blonde fur: Choose a dark colour
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In a rural area: Choose any colour
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In an urban area: Choose a colour that you do not see that often in traffic