When my dog shakes her head, the module shifts to the back of her neck, yet making the collar tighter seems to make it too tight. Any solution?
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Part 2 - The one finger's space is with the finger pushing on the collar a bit, so actually less than a finger, measured with the head in a natural position. Some of our dogs don't even need the collar turned on but one "brute" needs it this snug or he does just what you said.
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The collar is too loose. The directions told me that the collar should fit comfortably with the ability for me to fit my finger in between the metal contacts and the dog's skin. Even if it is a little tighter than you think it should be, remember that the bark collar should be a preventative method. I say to my dog "no bark." If he continues barking, then I put the bark collar on. Once he stops barking, I then take it off. My dog has the bark collar off for 98% of the time. The bark collar is only meant to control the barking. As a result, he responds to my command when I say "no bark." Thus, the bark collar is rarely ever on him now. The collar is too loose. The directions told me that the collar should fit comfortably with the ability for me to fit my finger in between the metal contacts and the dog's skin. Even if it is a little tighter than you think it should be, remember that the bark collar should be a preventative method. I say to my dog "no bark." If he continues barking, then I put the bark collar on. Once he stops barking, I then take it off. My dog has the bark collar off for 98% of the time. The bark collar is only meant to control the barking. As a result, he responds to my command when I say... » Read More The collar is too loose. The directions told me that the collar should fit comfortably with the ability for me to fit my finger in between the metal contacts and the dog's skin. Even if it is a little tighter than you think it should be, remember that the bark collar should be a preventative method. I say to my dog "no bark." If he continues barking, then I put the bark collar on. Once he stops barking, I then take it off. My dog has the bark collar off for 98% of the time. The bark collar is only meant to control the barking. As a result, he responds to my command when I say "no bark." Thus, the bark collar is rarely ever on him now. « Show Less
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The bark collar has the 2 metal points that are to make contact with the dog. If The collar can move maybe its not tight enough to start? What kind of dog do you have?
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I find they do have to be fairly tight. The collar works by direct contact with the neck (so in long haired dogs, shaving may be necessary). You will find that when the dog puts its head down the collar is not as tight as when the head it held up. I can put a finger between the contact points of the collar and the dog's neck, but no more. Even an adjustment of 1/2 inch makes a difference for us. Good luck !
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I have a long-haired miniature dachsund and the collar ended up being a little too big on her. Its difficult to adjust as well.
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Since your dog is so young, I would try a regular collar first. My dog was older and already a puller and the collar helped correct that problem.
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I believe the forward part of the leg strap - the "swivel" - is the weak link of this design. My dog's don't come off too frequently, but once in a while when she's lying on her side and shifts they will pop off. I haven't found a good solution, just make sure they're on correctly (they do have a front and a back). Maybe cable ties could be used to help hold them on . . .
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There are a couple of screws that hold the cover on to the collar. Just loosen them and the cover should pop right off!
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I started with the vibrate only and moved up to 2 and on as necessary but only put it on when she barked so she would know the collar came on when she barked. Soon she just needed to wear it without turning it on or just show it to her and she would stop. Hope that helps
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You have to be in very close proximity to the collar with remote. Almost touching. Other than that, is the battery in the collar fully charged and is the remote battery old? If so change it out. Good Luck, sorry I cannot be of more help.
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I have not made the collar tight enough to stay on the back of the neck. The collar migrates to underneath the neck while the dogs are playing. I think they respond well because it is not painful but irritating. They can't quite figure it out so they just mind your command and continue playing.
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I wasn't able to use collar -- my dog didn't weigh enough. I would call the Dogtra people and see what they say. Good luck!
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If the collar is adjusted correctly you should be able to regain control. If you do have a problem keeping the collar on use an over the shoulders harness as a secondary safety on a separate leash.
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Make sure you're trying to turn the collar only... its right hand thread so turn counter clockwise as you're looking at the tip head on... try wrapping a rag around the collar and use a channel lock style pliers
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The thing works by responding to vibrations, so if Pup shakes anything it will go off. Perhaps if you use a tablecloth?
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Charlene, I just saw this today. I apologize for the delay. If you don't mind waiting another day, I will check tonight to see how small these collars can be adjusted, and I will let you know. I am still at work right now. My dogs are considerably bigger than a min pin and the adjustment is as large as it goes. I will let you know how small it will go.
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yes mine is the same way,but only while collar is on even after wearing for weeks,but it helps so no one complains about barking
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Julie, we found the same thing with our collars. Didn't take us long to learn that you have to sync the collars every time they are charged. Not sure why they are designed that way but it wasn't a real big deal to us.
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According to the instructions, the collar needs to fairly tight. If you can get it buckled pretty easily, it is probably too loose. Make sure the dog is standing when you put on the collar. I have to stand over my dog and hold her up with my knees at her hips to put on the collar. I found that the collar can be a little looser and still work. But it still needs to tight enough to stay in place.
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Hi there. We have a large German Shepard and she will respond to the collar even on the lowest settings. You just have to be sure to have the collar on snug enough.