I received this, pointed the silver disc towards my barking dog & pressed the button, but he didn't respond even when I got up close to him. What am I doing wrong???
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Sorry for late response, but maybe it's not working. My Golden Retriever responds very well to it ... used it to stop barking at people when we're out walking ( she does it for attention, not aggression) and used it to have her stop eating rabbit & deer droppings. It works great for me.
1010039
Your doing nothing wrong. The product don't work. I tried all kind of batteries and it still did't work. There is a flaw in the product and I think it should be taken off the market and we should get our money back.
1010040
There could be several things. Did the red light show that it was working? Is it possible that your dog has a bit of a hearing problem? My dog stopped and looked at me. I immediately praised her for not barking. Within in a few days, she had stopped barking most of the time, even when other dogs were barking. After about two weeks, she didn't seem as impressed with the sound; but by then, she had improved so much that I am completely satisfied. It seems to have taught her that strangers are alright on walks (or at the front door). She walks right by most people although close bicyclists can still scare her. There could be several things. Did the red light show that it was working? Is it possible that your dog has a bit of a hearing problem? My dog stopped and looked at me. I immediately praised her for not barking. Within in a few days, she had stopped barking most of the time, even when other dogs were barking. After about two weeks, she didn't seem as impressed with the sound; but by then, she had improved so much that I am completely satisfied. It seems to have taught her that strangers are alright on walks (or at the front door). She walks right by most people although close bicyclists can... » Read More There could be several things. Did the red light show that it was working? Is it possible that your dog has a bit of a hearing problem? My dog stopped and looked at me. I immediately praised her for not barking. Within in a few days, she had stopped barking most of the time, even when other dogs were barking. After about two weeks, she didn't seem as impressed with the sound; but by then, she had improved so much that I am completely satisfied. It seems to have taught her that strangers are alright on walks (or at the front door). She walks right by most people although close bicyclists can still scare her. « Show Less
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It didn't work for me either. Neither of my dogs heard it. One is a puppy and one is an older dog.
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It never seemed to affect my dog in any way. He continues to bark at all dogs we encounter on our walks. I wish I could be more encouraging.
406036
If your dog is responding to this unit great, if not please don't use it, and return it..
933723
not sure but think its to change the contacts with - not a word in the quarter page of instruction!By the way, they are doing amazingly good job of nearly stopping the barking. Don't think either has gotten a shock since the second day.
753659
I only nick/vibrate when the dog is doing something wrong or is in a bolt after something and didn't respond to the tone. I taught my dog to respond to calling her name followed by the side tone button and then giving her a reward. I no longer need to reward her and she usually comes when I call her name but will always come when I press the tone even if I don't call her name.
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Sorry I bought this for my son who is trying to train his dog not to bark at everyone. I can't say if it works long term because he's not very persistent with it. He tried it on himself to see what it felt like. On the highest setting the dog started barking and it was shocking him. It didn't hurt exactly but he decided the high setting wasn't necessary.
856655
I'm sorry Deb I have never tested that I was trying to get our dog to stop barking when he was in the house and looking out the window. That worked GREAT
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I'm sorry I never had a chance to use it. I started calling the police every night since the first of this year because of the noise,(they didn't seem to be doing anything) so I ordered the bark control just in case the police didn't correct the situation. They did & I gave it away to my brother. He was dealing with 3 barking dogs. 2 dogs stop barking, 1 still barks, sister in law thinks it's deaf. My neighbor no longer has the dog & we are enjoying peace and quiet after 2 years of nonstop barking. Good luck to you.
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Yes, but only use the vibrate mode. It will startle but not hurt. Give the command you want, then if no response push only once. The startle will go with the unwanted action. We tried both modes on ourselves.So we would know what our dog would feel. The shock was way to much. But the vibrate was fine. I wish there was a intensity level adjustment. Remember to check the batteries in both the collar and remote. We have a small dog who thinks he needs to bark all the time and usually at nothing. Now all we say is" quiet or do you need your collar on" and he's quiet. He no longer wears his collar all the time, and it only took about 20- 30 mins. for him to learn. Use the vibrate. Yes, but only use the vibrate mode. It will startle but not hurt. Give the command you want, then if no response push only once. The startle will go with the unwanted action. We tried both modes on ourselves.So we would know what our dog would feel. The shock was way to much. But the vibrate was fine. I wish there was a intensity level adjustment. Remember to check the batteries in both the collar and remote. We have a small dog who thinks he needs to bark all the time and usually at nothing. Now all we say is" quiet or do you need your collar on" and he's quiet. He no longer... » Read More Yes, but only use the vibrate mode. It will startle but not hurt. Give the command you want, then if no response push only once. The startle will go with the unwanted action. We tried both modes on ourselves.So we would know what our dog would feel. The shock was way to much. But the vibrate was fine. I wish there was a intensity level adjustment. Remember to check the batteries in both the collar and remote. We have a small dog who thinks he needs to bark all the time and usually at nothing. Now all we say is" quiet or do you need your collar on" and he's quiet. He no longer wears his collar all the time, and it only took about 20- 30 mins. for him to learn. Use the vibrate. « Show Less
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That was my complaint about this item. Mine didn't give me a message or anything. I never got it to work so it's in a box in my garage. I tried contacting someone without any luck. I hope you have better luck than I did. Good luck.
714398
Just point it at the dog and press the button. It is really loud! You can test it to see just how loud it is.
1293376
Mine never worked! Two dogs stood 15 ft from device unobstructed barking and device didn't bother them in the least!
893370
The door bot doesn't work at all. I tried to get this working via their tech team without success so far. I have asked about a refund and return but not had a response as yet.They told me a couple says ago about a firmware update but not heard anything else back from my email reply. I'm a rabbit of negative euphoria (not a happy bunny).
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Is the on switch on?Test it yourself by saying"BARK" while pointing it away from your face. If that doesn't work maybe battery is no good. Good luck.
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All of the above, lol. I was using it but turned out mine is a rat. It didnt work. I just bought Rodent Defense for rats we'll see how that goes. I believe if it had of been mice it may have worked. Good luck with your issue.
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Each push advances to another mode. This is kinda irritating until u get used to it. Once you're use to it the dog seems to even notice the clicks...helpful if he isn't too excited.There is also the button you push to activate your chosen mode. Wouldn't want to beep when he in danger, nor would you want to shock just to get his attention. I rarely have to do more than vibrate when he's being pigheaded. I only shock because he dpesn't seem to mind getting hit by cars when in the "zone".
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Humm. I'm assuming your dog got used to it? It doesn't always help my dog either. It seems to work better if we change it up a bit. I had to change settings from 5, to 4, that made my dog quit barking. I sometimes use our citranella spray collar for awhile. Sometimes, like during play, I hold a spray bottle w/water and a little vinegar and spray it at him (while saying the no command) that works well too. Make sure your collar actually works by using the test mood. Make sure it's snug. Good luck!
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It should work when you hit the Play-Pause button. Make sure you have you have it set on "CD" and not on radio or buzzer. If you still have the instructions, check them. If it doesn't work call Amazon and see if you can get an exchange. Mine works fine once I got it figured out. Good luck