Is this the best collar in the Sportdog line for basic dog training?My Lab needs to stay off the counters, stop jumping on people etc.
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I don't know the company's entire product line, but if you think you need a training collar to correct that behavior, this collar would suit that purpose. I know that the company offers collars that provide a longer transmission distance, but you wouldn't seem to need something like that.
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When used appropriately (e.g. in the presence of the behaviors you listed) it will definitely control the behaviors. When used consistently it will eventually stop the behaviors from occurring again.
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we had the same problem and got this collar for the counter surfing and jumping. In my opinion, it did the job.
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I understand. I would also like a remote shock collar for training. However, this collar is only for barking. It is activated by sound and not by a remote. This would not help you with a stubborn dog.
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It depends. If you want to spot correct bad behavior then you should leave them on. I put them on my two labs everyday. The dogs get used to the collars pretty quick.
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Hi, I have a couple German Shorthaired Pointers. One is 15 months, the other is 4 months.I have purchased the 425 model. The older one is knows right from wrong but at times she does not obey. With the collar, you do not have to keep requesting a command. You can hit the warning button and she will come, or anything else she has learned. No repetitive screaming ha. Only 3/4 times have I shocked her on level 1/2. It is a miracle how this works. I always thought of it being a bad thing. But when my dog goes over the fence, it was a miracle how well just having the collar on, it works.
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Lauren, the DVDs by Don Sullivan say to replace the command collar upon "graduation" and then to reintroduce if mid-course corrections to behavior are required. Please also note the need for lightweight strings as explained in the DVDs. We are new to dog training, however feel we are close to graduation. Regards Bronte H
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I have only tried the contech collar and the traditional "cone" and the contech collar was so much better for our dog. She is a miniature bull terrier, about 30 lbs with a stocky build. She was constantly hitting her head against things and getting stuck with the cone.
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I think a harness is best for an energetic dog especially if s/he won't be closely supervised. My experience is that the dog is less likely to get tangled, injured or free with a harness as opposed to collar
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The collar would work, with proper training.. you have to work with your dogs to make them understand that running off is unacceptable and what the consequences are. Our Doberman is very stubborn but knows that the warning beep function of the collar is the first warning and a disciplinary shock will come next. Usually the beep make him come running to our side.
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This fence contains my two 6-month old Labrador Retrievers, the largest of which is about 70 pounds and is extremely athletic. If it helps, while I was training my pups, one of them went sprinting toward the edge of the property and once he hit the warning/shock zone, this system stopped him in his tracks and I only had the collar set to 2. I would feel totally confident in recommending this system to any dog owner, regardless of the size/breed of the dog.
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I don't think it is a good option for you. I used it on my border collie who does a lot of the low barking. It lets the dog bark once or twice before correcting them and as a result, my dog didn't actually learn anything from the device. I actually plan on trying either the dogtra or sport dog bark collar. I've seen them used and they are a lot more accurate in their corrections and can learn from the dog and choose the appropriate correction. This collar is pretty low tech in that department. Good luck and remember, you have 30 days to return it if you aren't happy!
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Not sure which collar you are referencing as I only used the Big Dog Bark Control Collar, with which we were very pleased. Since your dog is basically a large dog, like our dobie, I would think your dog may respond well to it. Good luck!
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I have labs that pull also. This collar prevents the dog from backing out of it and getting loose. Mine still pulled with this collar. My vet recommended the easy walk harness and it works like a charm. It makes it difficult for them to pull because the strap crosses over their front legs. Amazon has the best prices!!
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It depends on who the aggressor is and why. I would try the collar but also get the 1 dog that initiates the fighting into dog obedience class. Doesn't matter if the dog already knows commands, there's a lack of respect. Good luck!
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I actually recently found a new harness that I like better than the EZ Walk - it's called the Freedom No Pull Harness. There is a leash you can buy with it that has two straps - so one hooks on the chest and one hooks on the back. That way you have dual control with your lab puppy's pulling. One thing I love about it is that the straps that go under the "armpits" of the dog are lined in swiss velvet so = no chafing. They recommend the medium for 50 pounds, but since it's a lab and will continue growing, I would go with the large. That's what I have for my golden retriever. Good luck!! I actually recently found a new harness that I like better than the EZ Walk - it's called the Freedom No Pull Harness. There is a leash you can buy with it that has two straps - so one hooks on the chest and one hooks on the back. That way you have dual control with your lab puppy's pulling. One thing I love about it is that the straps that go under the "armpits" of the dog are lined in swiss velvet so = no chafing. They recommend the medium for 50 pounds, but since it's a lab and will continue growing, I would go with the large. That's what I have for my golden retriever. Good... » Read More I actually recently found a new harness that I like better than the EZ Walk - it's called the Freedom No Pull Harness. There is a leash you can buy with it that has two straps - so one hooks on the chest and one hooks on the back. That way you have dual control with your lab puppy's pulling. One thing I love about it is that the straps that go under the "armpits" of the dog are lined in swiss velvet so = no chafing. They recommend the medium for 50 pounds, but since it's a lab and will continue growing, I would go with the large. That's what I have for my golden retriever. Good luck!! « Show Less
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No, it is a trainiing collar only! It is made of hard plastic pieces hooked together and would be dangerous to leave on. It is a great trainiing collar, especially to stop dogs from pulling on leash because it tightens when the dog pulls--which is another reason it would be dangerous to leave on!!
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Most likely this will NOT help you out at all. This is a sub-par dog training collar and may only be effective to you once or twice before the charge will take a dive to laughable levels. My advice to you is to spend a little extra and buy a collar that has proven to be reliable and last more than a couple of hours before needing to change the batteries out. Worst $40 spent.
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YES!!!! You will need to get the 2 dog model or if it is cheaper get 2 one dog models. Train the females one at a time (let them know how it feels when you do something wrong). Then when you put on both collars and say your "stop/move" word they will remember what the collar does and no fighting! After awhile you will just have to use the vibrate function and no more shock. AWESOME!!!