Hi I have a petsfe in ground fence now for small dog. the wire is instaled already. we now have a german sheppard puppy. do I have to buy a hole new fence or can I just buy a new collar and trasmiter for stubborn dogs. Thank you for you help with this matter. Hi I have a petsfe in ground fence now for small dog. the wire is instaled already. we now have a german sheppard puppy. do I have to buy a hole new fence or can I just buy a new collar and... » Read More Hi I have a petsfe in ground fence now for small dog. the wire is instaled already. we now have a german sheppard puppy. do I have to buy a hole new fence or can I just buy a new collar and trasmiter for stubborn dogs. Thank you for you help with this matter. « Show Less
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You should only need the transmitter and collar, UNLESS the wire outside is broken. Get the transmitter first, connection will reveal that defect. Then go ahead with the collar. Once the system is working, it's great!
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I'm pretty sure the stubborn collar will work with the transmitter you already have. But, especially since your Shepard is a puppy, I would recommend just using a standard collar. I have a full grown pit bull and he stays in my fence using the standard collar.
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A new collar and transmitter will work, you'll simply have to re-sync the units.
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You just need the appropriate collar for the new dog. The already installed fence will work for as may dogs as you want as long as they have the collar.
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All you have to do is buy a new stubborn transmiter and stubborn dog collar they work great for all dogs. I have 1 Sherpard and 2 blue heelers on my stubborn dog fence. I changed my fence from regular to stubborn dog and did not have to change the wiring at all.
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They are all on the same frequency. I originally purchased the "normal" size collars and found the didn't have enough punch. I have 1600 feet of wire on the same transmitter and it works well within range on all sizes of collar. FYI, The transmitter website lists applicable devices....
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You can just add an additional collar. This is the exact situation I had and it works just fine
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If your transmitter still works, you can use the same wire and same transmitter. You will just need a second collar.
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IF it is a petsafe system the stubborn collar works just fine. just make sure you stay with the same brand. no need to buy new transmitter or wire
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Sounds to me like its a skin contact issue, If he is walking through the fence with no reaction, that would me my first guess. Check to make sure the collars are tight enough on his neck that he is receiving a correction. If he is a longer haired dog switch to the longer stainless steel posts, 9 out of 10 times it is an actual skin contact problem that is causing the issue, if you don't get anywhere with these steps please don't hesitate to call me during normal business hours, I would be more than happy to trouble shoot you over the phone 800-396-5517 we are closed for the Holiday, but will be back in on Tuesday.
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I would definitely contact the seller and make them aware. Ill try my best to explain but there should be an online manual on google somewhere. All you do is charge it up first until the light on the collar is green. Then activate the collar by holding the button on the side with the digital display. You do this and then it should come on. Then if you let go and hold the button again two lights will be displayed (green and blue) and this means that each time your dog barks sequentially the electric pulses will increase. This is where I have mine. However if you let go and hold the button again there is a manual setting where you can set the pulse from 1-9, 9 being the strongest. I had troubles figuring it out at first but just play with it and if this doesn't help call the manufacturing company they'll absolutely answer your questions. Be careful not to hold the button too long as this will power off the collar. Hope this had helped you! If you have any more questions let me know. Also let me know if it works well on your dog as well.
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Joe, never got a chance to use it as my dog passed on. A friend of mine told me about the collar and that was when I purchased it. Most dogs hate the cone collar and the blow up collar didn't work at all, maybe because my dog had a long neck. Regardless, good luck to you and your dog
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You can add it to a fence. You would have to double up on the pet fence and run a second path back to where it started. Here's the manual. Look at page 10. http://www.petsafe.net/getattachment/e9a1b9a2-f19a-4c2c-a7c3-da71e27b5bed/PRF-3004W-In-Ground-Fence-Manual.pdf
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Did you put the flags up and train him on leash? Walk the perimeter every day a couple times a day for a couple weeks. The training will pay off. We went through the same issues with our Weimaraner. Do not use the shock feature to train. Use the audible signal. The dog does not recognize or "Respect" the fence if he is still bolting through it. Be patient!
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The thunder leash is awesome. Have used on Doberman and it helps. It will help you not send the wrong message to your shepherd by pulling on her neck. She will still be able to pull but you will have leverage that a neck collar and leash does not give you.
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I know this is an old question but I have a 70# Bouvier pup that used to pull on the leash and his prong collar is working like a champ. You might just want to enlist a trainer to help get you started with it.
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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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I need a new antenna also, but so far the collar is still working. I have not had to "shock" my dog, the beep it does as a warning has worked well for him. I haven't been able to find just the antenna for the collar. I will go on the website ..Thank you Lisaly for the information
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It did not work with my German Shepherd. I did not want to shave the hair for the prongs to work, as her fur would not grow back well since she has a double coat. You would need to buy the longer contact points separately, but I ended up selling the collar to a friend.
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Hi, I found this item to be made cheaply?? Like on top there is no safety so I used wired to stop it from maybe caving in. Also it doesn't close very well either, so you may want to use a back up clip. For a 5 lb dog might be fine but, For a few more dollars you can get either a Midwest or another brand. Hope this helps
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You sent a return label, but I didn't have anything to print it on. Can you please resend it....Thanks in advance.. the only thing that helped my dog was the collar. We are still having problems. My dog is a Boxer, she has a attention problem. Getting a Electric Collar.
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The invisible fence is electrical wire and must bake a complete loop. You can actually go online and print or view a manual that will answer all your questions about the fence. I would not trade it for the world. Our dogs are so much safer with it.
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No, that is wrong. I use this wire with the PetSafe YardMax and it works perfectly fine. Perhaps you are confusing twisted wire with stranded wire. Twisted wire, when referring to in ground dog fences, is when two different wires (stranded or solid core) are twisted together to create a "dead spot" in your fence system.
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I'm trying to remember if it comes with one transmittor that you attach to your dogs collar, if you send me an email to porkysgirl@igmail.comI can get you connected with my connection for this door. Also, I can tell you of the troubles I've had
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I recommend a Herm Sprenger prong collar AND guidance from a reputable trainer if you've never used one before. You should also consider a leash that accommodates the backup collar, especially if you choose the quick release prong collar. I agree that you should avoid "house brand" products. My first experience using one was for a nervous, fear aggressive 75 lb. dog; I found it enormously helpful. It also makes 'easy' dogs even easier.