How many hours during the day should dogs wear this-when they're resting or when they're walking?
1182411
I think the package says no more than six hours. I put them on when we were walking or she was outside. These things are wonderful, I really believe we had her 2 years longer because of them.Just make sure you measure right.
1182412
I think the package says no more than six hours. I put them on when we were walking or she was outside. These things are wonderful, I really believe we had her 2 years longer because of them. Just make sure you measure right.
1182413
If my dog was comfortable with it on I initially left it on for over 24hours. I don't see any harm from leaving it on that long.
1182414
I would check the literature sent with the item. We were told to start out gradually and build up to 8-10 hours per day. Do not leave the brace on all the time...
2030435
I wear mine at the 4 o'clock position, it is very comfortable. It took about a week to break it in. I can wear it all day with ease. No problem sitting or driving.
1773643
We take them off at night since our dog is on carpet in our bedroom otherwise he is on hardwood floors all day. Also we imagine it is like taking your shoes off at the end of the day. Our golden retriever is 14 years old. We use them outside on walks because they protect his hind feet that he tends to drag and wear down his nails.
420255
For my dog, it's about twenty-eight (28) to thirty-two (32) days. It's like clockwork, though we have gone two weeks [late] without changing it depending on his sensitivities during a given time.
1443738
They say that it should come off every night, and that's probably a good idea. If left on too long, your dog can get open sores from the contact points rubbing on his/her skin. Loosening the collar to prevent this will also prevent the collar from working. We are very satisfied with the collar, but it does need to be removed and left off overnight with some regularity.
1155278
The collar will go into a sleep mode after a few minutes (not sure how many) but all you need to do is touch the mode button & it is ready to go again. Great collar & easy on the dogs. You don't have to get aggressive with it.
274650
Yes, 3-4 hours is no problem, but all day is probably going to be too long. It seems to be more effective to wear it off and on so to speak rather than full time.
617473
Mine hasn't. But my dog does not wear it much. It's off most odds the time...
1777999
One of my dogs does try to do this if I put it on too early before we go outside. Once outside she forgets it's on.
2048921
Lisa, thank you for your question!Please know that this product is to eliminate nuisance barking only and should only be worn during times you do not want your pet to bark. With consistency and proper training, most pets will learn when it is and is not ok to bark. For the comfort of your pet, we recommend that this collar not be worn more than 8 hours each day.
1915307
I agree with the comments already posted on the functioning of the collars. If you are questioning whether they are functioning properly, you can test them when the collars are not on the dogs because the light will come on and you can hear command.
931564
I'm sure every dog will be different. In our case, we only put it on her when there is a stressful situation, such as a thunderstorm. After only a couple times, she associated the shirt with comfort & became much calmer. After a few times, she didn't even seem to need the shirt, but that didn't last too long. Now we just put it on her when the noise starts, & take it off whenever the stressor is finished.
421321
I found 30 days is typically the limit. I keep the collar in a sealed bag when not in use to help preserve it. I use two or three days a week when my dog goes to a play group for up to 10 hours each day. Works wonders for my dog, but I know from experience it doesn't work for all dogs.
2190208
I wear mine at all times except when I'm sleeping. Have been doing so for at least 6 weeks with no problem.
1869654
If you adjust the harness correctly to fit your dog there should be no problem with a leg slipping through. It's a comfortable harness but no dog should have to wear a harness 24 hours a day. Seems like it would damage their fur.
2252165
Depends on how often your dog pee's and poop's. I would think a dog who is wearing them 24/7--they would have to be changed a minimum of 3 times. Experiment with different makes. These are not my favorites! Sizes are crazy. I had to buy large according to the chart for a 25 lb Bischon and they swim on her.
1372719
I imagine you shouldn't wear it any longer than a *normal* brace. Most of the packages say not to wear for longer than 2-3 hours, and not to wear them to sleep. When the heat/cold disappates on this one, if I still need the support from a brace, I switch to my regular one.