For recall--do you nick/vibrate dog when he doesn't obey to "come" (after learning) or when saying come (like in video)? Only want to use for off-leash recall, just not sure how/when to use
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I trained dog to come using vibrate and treats. If he doesn't respond to the vibrate I then nick him to get his attention. I rarely have to nick now. I have an 8 year old Border Collie. I got him 18 months ago & had to train him.
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I train my dog to heal when I press the vibrating function. I call his name as I press it, and he comes right back to me. I only use the shock feature if he dosent respond to the vibrations (when he sees a squirrel and starts to bolt into the street). And he will always respond to the shock. Now that I have had it for a while I don't even have to turn it on. Once I put the collar on my dog he is on his best behavior.
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Thank you I appreciate the input. The view from the people who have responded so far is quite mixed. I guess it ultimately comes down to the dog. I have a very active Brittany Spaniel and I fear she is just too head strong to stop this behavior but will give it a try.
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Hmmm, this is a whacky system of Q&A;, as I see nothing relating to the product in question onscreen. I can only assume that it's for the petsafe wireless fencing system, because I reviewed it a long time ago. In which case, I'd recommend searching youtube "how to set up petsafe wireless fencing system" or something along those lines. That is what I did, and found not only that but also visuals on how to train the animal to it....and, just to add to my last review a year ago, thank you, Petsafe, for continually providing some of the best customer service that I have ever experienced. Hmmm, this is a whacky system of Q&A;, as I see nothing relating to the product in question onscreen. I can only assume that it's for the petsafe wireless fencing system, because I reviewed it a long time ago. In which case, I'd recommend searching youtube "how to set up petsafe wireless fencing system" or something along those lines. That is what I did, and found not only that but also visuals on how to train the animal to it....and, just to add to my last review a year ago, thank you, Petsafe, for continually providing some of the best customer service that I have... » Read More Hmmm, this is a whacky system of Q&A;, as I see nothing relating to the product in question onscreen. I can only assume that it's for the petsafe wireless fencing system, because I reviewed it a long time ago. In which case, I'd recommend searching youtube "how to set up petsafe wireless fencing system" or something along those lines. That is what I did, and found not only that but also visuals on how to train the animal to it....and, just to add to my last review a year ago, thank you, Petsafe, for continually providing some of the best customer service that I have ever experienced. « Show Less
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I am generally charging once a week, trying to watch for flashing of the signal as it says in the manual. If you are like me you are using the stimulation frequently. My 11 month old Lab is very hard headed. Of the 7 levels, I do not get response in a potential situation below 6. I agree with others to be sure and turn the collar unit off after each use. Wish you the best!
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Not sure in your case, but we started using the head halter after our 1 yr old lab pulled me down on the ground with a traditional collar. We were at obedience class and the trainer saw what happened and told me to go home and order one immediately! Shadow became a different dog! It is still the only thing I trust to be able to "control" him when we walk. (he is 2-1/2 now) He still "fights" it (rubs his nose on the ground trying to get it off) but eventually decides to go along with it and walks beautifully. I would say just keep trying at short intervals until he/she gets used to it. Not sure in your case, but we started using the head halter after our 1 yr old lab pulled me down on the ground with a traditional collar. We were at obedience class and the trainer saw what happened and told me to go home and order one immediately! Shadow became a different dog! It is still the only thing I trust to be able to "control" him when we walk. (he is 2-1/2 now) He still "fights" it (rubs his nose on the ground trying to get it off) but eventually decides to go along with it and walks beautifully. I would say just keep trying at short intervals until he/she... » Read More Not sure in your case, but we started using the head halter after our 1 yr old lab pulled me down on the ground with a traditional collar. We were at obedience class and the trainer saw what happened and told me to go home and order one immediately! Shadow became a different dog! It is still the only thing I trust to be able to "control" him when we walk. (he is 2-1/2 now) He still "fights" it (rubs his nose on the ground trying to get it off) but eventually decides to go along with it and walks beautifully. I would say just keep trying at short intervals until he/she gets used to it. « Show Less
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I would call "come", then give the tone. If he did not respond correctly, I would nick him. He learned very quickly (only had to nick him a few times). It was important that I could see him (off leash) to ascertain if he was responding to the call and tone. I never wanted to nick him if he was returning to me but I couldn't yet see him. In those cases where I could not see him, I would only use the tone. I also rewarded him "good dog" as soon as I saw him turn towards me and then again when he was by my side. I rarely need to use the collar now (my dog is 10 months). Hope this helps I would call "come", then give the tone. If he did not respond correctly, I would nick him. He learned very quickly (only had to nick him a few times). It was important that I could see him (off leash) to ascertain if he was responding to the call and tone. I never wanted to nick him if he was returning to me but I couldn't yet see him. In those cases where I could not see him, I would only use the tone. I also rewarded him "good dog" as soon as I saw him turn towards me and then again when he was by my side. I rarely need to use the collar now (my dog is 10 months).... » Read More I would call "come", then give the tone. If he did not respond correctly, I would nick him. He learned very quickly (only had to nick him a few times). It was important that I could see him (off leash) to ascertain if he was responding to the call and tone. I never wanted to nick him if he was returning to me but I couldn't yet see him. In those cases where I could not see him, I would only use the tone. I also rewarded him "good dog" as soon as I saw him turn towards me and then again when he was by my side. I rarely need to use the collar now (my dog is 10 months). Hope this helps « Show Less
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Our pooch seems to be generalizing his learning. In the house, he barks once with the collar on, and maybe twice with it off. If we show him the collar, he stops. I haven't tried walking him now without the collar because it helps so much.
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No if he stops he won't get shocked. It's his warning. When training you need to jerk the leash back so he understands what to do when the tone sounds.
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First of all its a greatsystem but you Must train your dog.the way it work is you put the unit in your home adjust the range by turning a knob its numbered.you put flags in the yard so the dog knows its boundaries. You tell the dog a command like easy or no when the collar Beeps.then use your leash and pull him back into tge safe zone and reward him.you have the ccollar in beep only mode.you do this about 3 times a day for a week.then when your sure you turn the correction on.its got good directions.my dogs can go in and out all the time.hope that helps.
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I have a lab and she responds very well to this collar. Our trainer said it's more like a reminder for the dogs. It's not meant to hurt them. But I'm sure if you have to keep tugging at it then eventually your dog would catch on. Our trainer suggested a little leash, it's like 12" long that we connect to it. So we actually pull the little pink leash that's connected to the collar. That way our dog isn't wearing a really long walking leash in the house and it's easier to guide your dog to listen instead of having to grab the chain. The triangle part of the chain goes on the top. With a little patience and consistency I think this collar would help. I have a lab and she responds very well to this collar. Our trainer said it's more like a reminder for the dogs. It's not meant to hurt them. But I'm sure if you have to keep tugging at it then eventually your dog would catch on. Our trainer suggested a little leash, it's like 12" long that we connect to it. So we actually pull the little pink leash that's connected to the collar. That way our dog isn't wearing a really long walking leash in the house and it's easier to guide your dog to listen instead of having to grab the chain. The triangle part of the chain goes on the top. With a... » Read More I have a lab and she responds very well to this collar. Our trainer said it's more like a reminder for the dogs. It's not meant to hurt them. But I'm sure if you have to keep tugging at it then eventually your dog would catch on. Our trainer suggested a little leash, it's like 12" long that we connect to it. So we actually pull the little pink leash that's connected to the collar. That way our dog isn't wearing a really long walking leash in the house and it's easier to guide your dog to listen instead of having to grab the chain. The triangle part of the chain goes on the top. With a little patience and consistency I think this collar would help. « Show Less
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There are 3 levels. Darla, the 2 other responses to this question aren't correct. It worked fine for me. I am training a young pit mix, and have only had to use shock a few times. She is now responding to vibrate.
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Hmm that's a good question. It does go "off" if my dog is whining but my dog doesn't seem to stop whining or crying right away. I have only put it the beep mode or the mode that increases if they don't stop so I've never really tested it on one of the shock settings to see if it stops him whining right away. So whining does at least cause the correction to occur.
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Oh, yes. We use the vibrate almost exclusively. Our "girls" don't like the sound/feel of the vibration. So it is very rare that we use the shock. And we've only once had to use the hard shock and then, only on one of the dogs. And if both dogs have on their collars, there's a button that you can hit both dogs at once with vibrate. There is not a similar button for the shock.I like the recharge function. The other system we tried ran through batteries way too quickly.
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Honestly every dog is different but this has helped with my Springer Spaniel who has a similar problem. I either use the vibrate setting or a low shock setting (if she really isn't listening) and she instantly listens and returns back to me.
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I am not sure. ...my dog is trained and she comes back at the audible alarm...we actually had a different one when we trained her and that one shocked for 15 seconds. ..If they stray and get shocked (during training) call them back...it should not take long for them to understand
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This is considered a 'training' tool and meant for dogs that pull excessively. The prime time for puppies to learn proper walking/heel starts at 3 months. Their attention span is shorter the younger they are but if you work with them for 5 minutes three times a day with a regular chain collar and leash they should get the hang of it. Obedience school is best after 6 months when they can truly benefit from a class situation and a qualified trainer. However not all dogs 'get' the collar with leash and are pullers which can be dangerous for both the owner and dog. My puppy was in this group. So I contacted the local SPCA which is where I adopted her and booked time with their trainer. Don't overlook the local animal shelters and their wonderful resources. The trainer felt due to my situation and my puppy's that the gentle leader would be the best trainer for her. She worked slowly getting her accustomed to it, don't rush it or else they may never accept it. By the end of the hour, my 9 month old puppy was walking with the leader and within a week we were both enjoying shopping trips to Lowe's and Petsmart without either of us yanking or falling. Its a wonderful tool for certain situations and the trainer I used offered to ween her of the leader when she was ready to walk on a regular leash and collar. Don't give up on your puppy if they are 'perfect' right away, they all need to learn in their own time. And the only way they learn is from their owners.