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The fundamental purpose of the electronic dog collar is to stop the dog from barking. There are two fundamental ways this is acquired. In the first way, sensors in the dog collar can indicate when the dog is barking, and when the dog barks, the electronic dog collar give off a high frequency noise that only dogs can hear, and they will stop barking directly. The second electronic dog collar type has a remote that is directed at the collar by the owner and gives the dog the unpleasant feeling with the push of a button.

Dogs, will, of course, bark. However, how intensely they bark depends on what type of breed they are. There are, for example, some smaller dog breeds that bark more than larger dog breeds. So, for the dog owners who cannot stand incessant barking, they purchase an electronic dog collar.

However, electronic dog collars could be used during the training process, as long as you don’t use them once the dog has been trained. When you want to purchase an electronic dog collar, surf the Internet or visit your local pet supply store.

For the other kind of electronic dog collar, you first need to have an electronic fence built in your lawn. Although there are packages that allow you to do this yourself, it can get very hard, so unless you have experience doing that, hire a professional to build it for you.

Electronic fences are invisible fences that restrain a dog from leaving the garden. They have the advantage of being invisible for those people that don’t approve of the look of fences. When a dog wears an electronic dog collar and walks too close to the borders of the electronic fence, it is met by an electronic shock.

As you now know what an electronic dog collar is and how to use it, you need to decide what collar is the right for the dog. Finding the right one for your dog is not easy as there are numerous designs like Christmas style dog collars, custom dog collars, bur berry dog collars, citronella dog collars, designer dog collars and several other designs.

One of the most important things to consider is the when selecting a dog collar for your dog., and one of the most important things to consider is the price. Basically you want to keep in mind the fact that the dog collar might get lost or broken, so the smartest idea is to make sure that you don’t spend too much on a single collar.

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Judy wrote to me with the following question:

“Hi, Adam! I enjoyed your website, but still need help choosing
the right collar for my hard headed Jack Russell. She does go
swimming to chase and catch my ducks in our pond, she chases
cars, and she sometimes sneaks up behind visitors and bites them
on the leg. She does not listen at all when she is so intensely
concentrating on doing what she is not supposed to do…ignores
us completely. Other than being so aggravating 1/4 of the time,
she is a good little dog. But, when she is bad…she is BAD!

What collar would be best for such a small dog…she is not a
fat Jack Russell…she runs to much for that. She is probably
around 12 – 15 pounds, but I am just guessing. I want a collar
that goes at least 1/2 mile. We live out in the country and she
runs around our 10 acres.

Thanks so much, – Judy”

Dear Judy,

When choosing a training collar, the pinch collar is the best
choice. It communicates with the dog in it’s natural language,
using the “teeth” of the collar similar to how an Alpha dog
would correct a subordinate or a mother dog correct her puppies.
The small size would probably work best for your Jack Russell
terrier.

By not listening to you, she is showing her disrespect of your
Alpha position in the family “pack.” When you get the pinch
collar, you must keep it and a leash on her all the time when
supervision is available so you can correct any behaviors you
don’t want. A good place to start learning about how to train
yourself on how to train your dog is my book and videos.

By keeping up a regimen of tough love and obedience, you can
correct her negative behaviors and don’t forget to praise her
whenever she does something right. Mental stimulation is as
important as physical and she will be glad to be working for you
in obedience.

Jason wrote to me with a similar question about training collars:

“Hello Adam- I have recently purchased the full package of your
book and DVD’s that you offer which I have found to be very
useful. I have two questions that I hope you may be able to
answer:

1) How old must a dog be before training with the pinch collar?

I have a 4 month old chocolate lab that is very intelligent.
Prior to your instructions, I was already able to teach her to
shake, sit, and roll-over all with food as the reward.

However, down is a different story-she only goes down when I
point all the way to the ground-finger pointing and touching the
floor-since having food in my hand when the training began she
only responds to my hand as a signal and not the word. This is
at best inconsistent and a bit frustrating. I have begun the
down-stay but the spike collar I have is only using 3 rings and
does not seem very efficient. I feel compelled to break this bad
habit which I have helped create, and look for your suggestions
on this topic.

2) How do I use a ball drive (which is extremely strong in my
lab) to make my dog not only retrieve (which she does) but catch
a Frisbee in the air?

I have already started bouncing balls of the wall and she is
getting better at catching the ball on the run, but I don’t know
how this can evolve into a Frisbee catch and was a bit shocked
not finding this in your book.

Thank you for anything you can do or suggest for me to do,

– Jason”

Dear Jason,

To be at it’s best efficiency, the pinch collar should have at
least 5 links with pronged tips. You might want to find the next
size down for your dog and remove links until you have the
proper fit. Remember that the pinch collar is recommended for
the dog usually when she gets her adult teeth (usually around 4
to 4.5 months). If you do need to use it before then, be gentle
with your corrections, as training at this age is usually done
through positive reinforcement, motivation, and light
corrections (vocal, not giving a treat, etc).

Make sure she knows the command “Down” as well as the hand
signal. If you have to start from square one in teaching it to
her, do it. Praise her when she does anything right and let her
know when she needs to give you a little more effort.

Instead of using a ball for teaching her how to catch a Frisbee,
use a Frisbee; the two toys are very different in dimension.
Make sure she’s excited about the Frisbee and gently throw it to
her from a few feet away, aiming for her chest, and tell her
“Catch!” If she even attempts, praise her. Keep trying and use
the word “Catch” whenever you throw it and as she learns to
catch it, throw it from farther away and have her run short
distances. However, be careful of how hard you exercise her, as
her joints are still growing. At a future point, you will know
when you can stop using the word “Catch” and simply ask her if
she wants to play Frisbee.

Whereas Marie wanted to know how to incorporate the use of the
training collar into fixing her dog’s problem of ankle biting:

“Dear Adam: I have a five month-old Maltese and I’m having a
problem with him nipping at my ankles and pulling on my pant
legs. Also could I use a pinch collar on him? He only weighs
4lbs. Thanks for any help you can give me.

Regards, Marie”

Dear Marie,

By biting your ankles and pulling your pant legs, he is asking
for attention. I find it hard to think that he is trying to
dominate you at this age, so the behavior is probably more
related to attention. You need to eliminate this behavior verbal
correction IN CONJUNCTION WITH grabbing the scruff of his neck
and giving a firm pull.

If it’s easier, use a prong collar on because the collar only
pinches the skin instead of constricting against the neck. While
they are very hard to find in conventional pet stores, they are
available online and can be found by typing “micro prong collar”
into a search engine. It will help you communicate with your dog
in a way he understands. However, it’s unlikely

Leash training your dog can be a “walk in the park” if you know the right things to do. On the other hand, it can be a grueling ordeal if your dog continually fights the leash and misbehaves. Walking your dog can be a great way to establish and maintain a positive relationship with your dog if you follow some simple steps.

We’ve all seen dogs dragging their owners down the street at the end of the leash, desperate to get to their favorite bush, fire hydrant or park bench so they can read the p-mails left by other dogs – and, of course, leave one of their own!  And if you’re the owner of a dog that has a mind of his own when walking, you’re no doubt frazzled and frustrated, and you possibly dread this daily event.

Don’t “push and pull.” Refuse to walk with your dog if he insists on pulling you down the walkway. Plant your feet firmly in the ground, lean back to get leverage, and refuse to budge until your dog gives the leash some slack and comes closer to you.

Make walking by your side a positive experience. Screaming “heel” or “pull” at your dog does not work and is certainly not fun.  Instead, some experts recommend randomly rewarding your dog with a tasty treat when he’s by your side as you reinforce his behavior with the word “close.” Don’t use the word “good dog” because your dog has no idea what he did that was good so how can he repeat it?

Once your dog begins to walk consistently at your side you can begin dishing out a series of 5-7 random treats along the way.  You could also bring his favorite toy and reward him when you get to the park by allowing him to play with it.

Most experts agree that choke collars and collars with prongs do not belong in dog training. These devices can cause your dog pain. Using painful tactics only teaches a dog to be fearful of you rather than strengthening your relationship. Instead, use a normal flat collar and exercise control through verbal reinforcement and treats.

Keep the same length of leash at all times. To keep your dog from pulling on his leash, you must teach him that he only has a certain length available and that you’re in control of it. It’s also a mistake to use a retractable leash while you’re training him and you should save it for use once he has learned how to walk correctly by your side and not you pull you down the street.

When you hold the leash with only your hand, it’s easy for your dog to pull away by forcing you to extend your arm.  To avoid this, keep both hands free, which will assist you in planting your body when he’s pulling.  Slipping the end of a sturdy belt through the loop end of the leash, and fastening it around your waist will assist you in holding your dog near your side.

Remember to hold your ground when your dog pulls on the leash. Stopping, planting your feet and lowering your center of gravity will help you to hold your ground. Your dog must learn that the walk will only continue if he is not pulling on his leash and on you. Resume walking only after your dog stops pulling on the leash. As soon as he backs up – even a little bit- creating some slack on the leash, resume the walk with the phrase “let’s walk.” Continuing to hold your ground each time he pulls and continuing to walk only after he has backed up and allowed slack on the leash will eventually result in correct walking.  As your dog walks correctly down the street with you, remember to repeat the word “walk,” reinforcing his behavior.

Talk to your dog and praise him constantly along the way. This is a great way to keep him in tune with you and your pace.  If you don’t pay attention to your dog, the message he will receive is that he’s on his own and can do whatever he pleases. Ignoring your dog when he’s walking correctly and only giving him attention when he walks incorrectly will only lead to more unwanted behavior just to get noticed by you! So, remember to give your dog undivided attention during your daily walks. Cell phones will have to stay at home!

By following these recommendations consistently and patiently, you’ll soon experience increased pleasure in walking your dog and the two of you will look forward to these walks with enthusiasm!

Dogs are great pets to have, but occasionally coaching them to be well behaved woofers is a really hard task. Employing a dog obedience training collar will help teach a dog the meaning of ‘no’ fast.

-The principle behind employing a dog shock collar is easy when your dog misbehaves, or will not take your firm ‘no’ seriously, you click a button that sends a small shock to your dog, showing the dog that its behavior isn’t right.

Dogs are intellectual creatures, they can shortly understand that they get a light shock from the canine training collar implies they do anything wrong and cease that behavior, rather than continually being shocked. This makes the dog shock collar very efficient.

Another type of canine obedience training collar is the dog bark collar, which instead of sending a shock to the animal, it will spray something similar to citronella every time the dog barks. The dog will find this spray annoying and will soon see the correlation between barking and getting sprayed, therefore ceasing the bad behavior.

The dog bark collar is only one sort of behaviour, that a dog obedience training collar is useful for. It can be employed for a whole range of behavior issues, like jumping on folks, running off, barking at other dogs, digging holes in the garden, humping legs and things like that.

There’s some debate over the employment of a dog shock collar, but they do not harm the dog and are an effective and safe way of canine training.

To stop the bad behavior, with a dog shock collar, you should always start on the lowest setting and only increase it, if your dog continues to be unresponsive.

When you dog starts behaving well, you’ll have a more delightful relationship, as you can give it love and attention all the time, with little need to discipline it. A dog obedience training collar, whether it’s a dog shock collar, or a dog bark collar is a fast, effective method to get your dog to behave.

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We were wondering how badly the bark collar hurt, so my friend tried it against his own neck. Check out my dog making sure he’s OK.

Most dog owners wish that they could have more control over their dogs. With dog training collars, however, you can get what you want, i.e., better control with more comfort, and making sure that you are leading your dog more effectively. You will find that there are basically two types of head halters that are available for dogs. One type is known as the gentle leader and the other type is known as the Halti.

Though both dog training collars are useful, the gentle leader has an advantage because of its better design that ensures better control. The design is simpler, as it settles behind your dog’s ears and then goes around the muzzle. Under the dogs chin, it is connected with nylon straps. But do not confuse it with muzzle. The dog can be controlled simply by using of general leader to control his nose. This is sure to make your dog follow.

The second type of do training collar is the Halti. It has been made following the same type of principles as the gentle leader. However the design is much more complex and this can even cause problems as it might interfere with its functioning. Infact, at times, these dog training collars have been known to cause injuries in the neck and the spine of the dog.

There is another type of dog collar available that looks kind of intimidating. This is known as the prong collar which is quite effective for controlling dogs that are large, and have a thick neck. However these are not meant for those that yank in your arms. The collar, that tries to pinch the dog’s neck by using light pressure, may remind you of a torture device used in the medieval times. However, as the pressure is mild, it does not really hurt the dog, and thus it does not cause any harm. It only helps to make sure that your dog moves in the right direction. These dog training collars must not be used for dogs that tend to steadily pull on the leash, since this is essentially a correction device, not a constant collar. This type of a dog training collar should not be used if you have just become a dog owner, and extensive studying on its use is yet to be done.

Also, it is always advisable to consult your vet before you fit it to your pet.

An old type of a standby, known as the choke chain, is also available. As it comes in last it is definitely not for the novice. There have been many studies proving that a number of neck injuries are caused with this type of collar. Therefore it is not advisable to use these dog collars, unless you are quite an experienced trainer.

So, when you are selecting a dog training collar, get some information on their proper use and use some common sense too. You and you dog are sure to make a happy pair!

Testing an anti-bark collar on my oldest

Every dog owner loves their dog but training them can be a real nightmare for many people. There are many reasons for this including the dog testing the will of the owner and also the owner simply not being strict enough. If you have tried the traditional rewarding good behaviour method only to find you are making little or no progress, then looking at alternatives such as the electric shock collar might be worth it. These collars have been around for a few decades already but for smaller dogs these collars were simply too strong because there wasn’t an adjustment for shock levels. Professionals in the dog training industry used these collars to train hunting dogs however now there are electric shock collars that are much better designed for the domestic dog. When buying an electric dog training collar you will notice that there are two main types, there’s a bark collar and then there’s a beeper collar.

As you may have guessed, the bark collar is specifically designed to train your dog to stop barking. It does this by emitting an electric shock whenever your dog barks. Hopefully before long, your dog will learn to stop this bad behaviour. The great thing about this sort of collar is that training your dog can happen day or night and if you’re out at work then the collar will continue working when your dog is at home. Many dog owners find out that their dog has been barking during the day when no one is home and this can make your neighbors really angry. If you want to keep your neighbors happy then buying this sort of collar is very much advisable. The collar trains your dog when you can’t.

The problem with training a dog is that your dog cannot understand what you are saying. So you cannot simply go home and tell your dog that it’s been very naughty for barking all day and that the neighbors have been complaining. As intelligent dogs are, we cannot communicate with them that well. These electric shock collars are relatively cheap and there isn’t anything complex about them. There is a microphone which senses when your dog barks and this then causes the electric shock to be administered.

Beeper collars on the other hand are operated by you using a remote transmitter. These are much more costly to buy and are pretty complex in comparison. Instead of a simple unit there is a radio transmitter and a radio receiver attached to the dog’s collar. The benefit of this type of training collar is that it can deal with more than just barking. There may be other forms of bad behaviour that you want to get out of your dog such as digging holes in your lawn or jumping up on people. However with these situations, you would need to have the transmitter to hand so that you can operate it.

Whatever types of electric shock collar you buy it’s important that you ensure that the setting levels aren’t too high. The purpose of the collar is simply to make your dog uncomfortable; you don’t actually want to inflict any real pain. Only use the minimum amount of shock that you can.

An electronic dog training collar is a great tool to have, when you want to train your dog to listen to all your commands such as hunting, obedience, and behavior commands. For those of you who don’t know how these collars work, basically the electronic collars work by passing an electronic stimulus that mechanically vibrates the mobile collar, provided the dog is within a range of about one mile. The electronic dog training collar allows the trainer to decide the intensity of the stimulus and also how frequently he wants the dog to feel it. Most of today’s collars allow you to adjust the transmitter to fit your needs and so that you don’t injury your dog.

They say a dog is man’s best friend and he will love and support you no matter what. Despite all those good qualities, dogs must still be trained to develop their attributes and skills, obedient nature, and of course to make sure they don’t pee in the house. Most dogs respond well to training. For such purposes it is very common for non-professional trainers or owners themselves to use an electronic dog training collar to train their pets.

Are These Collars Harmful to the Dogs?

Most will admit electronic dog training collar are effective, there however is a raging debate going on as to whether it is right to use an electronic dog training collar or not. Some people feel that it is cruel and worry that the dog may be feeling a large amount of pain from the shock. The shocks that is produced by these types of training collars basically runs from the collar to the skin of the dog, and can be painful as well as harmful to the dog if you incorrectly set-up the collar.

The facts as far as we can tell support the theory that as long as you use the electronic dog training collar appropriately, they are not harmful to the dog and are really effective in correcting undesirable behavior as well as training your dog. Many studies have proved that the collars are safe and effective when the trainer is knowledgeable and follows the instruction provided with the collars.

How Do You Pick Out an Electronic Dog Training Collar?

There are many options on the market today, really the best way to pick out a collar is based on what you are trying to accomplish with your dog. The best collar for teaching a dog basic obedience and behavior commands may be different then the best collar to teach your dog how to hunt. It is best to read each collars package and find out if that collar is designed to help train the dog how to do what you want to teach the dog to do. You also need to make sure you look at the size of the collar. You may not want to get an extra small collar if you dog’s a Golden Retriever. The cost of the various collars range from about $99.00 – $299.00 and up. The price will vary depending on the features of the collar, range of the remote etc.

Is an Electronic Dog Training Collar Right For Me and My Dog?

The best way to answer that question is to ask yourself what are your goals for training your dog. Are you comfortable with giving the dog a small shock? Remember the basic function of the collar is to shock the dog so he will act appropriately. The electronic dog training collar is a great tool as long as you use it appropriately and lovingly. As to the question is it right for you, well that is a question only you and your dog can answer.

A dog’s behavior can be modified by many methods, but the three tools most often used are a dog training collar. They are most often used for barking, confinement or general behavior and each dog training collar is designed with each different behavior in mind. For example, for barking, a small box built into the collar will give the animal a slight shock when it barks. It does not take long for the dog to realize that when they do not bark, they do not get shocked.

This aversion to pain, although the shock is slight are will not cause physical harm, it does get the dog’s attention that it is doing something unwanted. Similarly, confinement training with an invisible fence, will give the animal a shock once it passes a certain boundary in the yard. The dog training collar is placed on the dog and a wire buried underground emits low-level electricity much like an above-ground electric fence used for cattle.

When the fence is buried, many people place flags in the ground marking the boundary helping the dog to recognize the invisible line that when crossed will result in an electric shock. Over a short time, once the animal learns where the boundary is located, users can generally turn off power to the fence and even turn off the dog training collar. As long as the dog feels the collar the typically will not cross the boundary line, having learned where the invisible line is located.

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There may be reasons when an invisible fence is not possible, such as living in an apartment or and electrical connection is not available for the fence. Another dog training collar is equipped with a remote control that sends out a signal to the collar to jolt the animal whenever behavior does meet the owner’s expectation.

For example, if you take the dog for a walk without a leash and the dog is to stay within certain confines, whenever it strays from the area a push on the remote control sends out a light shock to bring the dog back into the desired area. This type of dog training collar can also be used for other behaviors, such as digging in the yard or jumping up on neighbors or guests. When the animal begin unacceptable behaviors, the light shock can cause them to stop.

The owner should never use the remote for “fun” or allow children access to the remote as inconsistent use, or unnecessary use can cause the dog to misbehave and even rebel against the user of the collar.

Ron tries out Sully’s anti-bark collar

Where can I find a type of behavior shock collar? I don’t want a anti-bark collar. Is there one that is not very expensive that has a hand held control so I can press it when he is doing the bad behavior?

or something like that which will work?

My little dog has very very bad separation anxiety. He barks constantly when my boyfriend and i are gone for the day (for work). My neighbors have told me that he barks/whines because he’s so anxious.

I have tried to train him but it’s not working. i always take him on a long walk before we have to leave for the day and I left treats hidden all over the house,treats in the kong ball and his favorite toys all over. None of those work.

i have used crate trainingalso but he whines, barks and tries to chew on the bars. i’m afraid he’s going to hurt himself so i don’t put him in the crate by himself anymore.

when he’s with my boyfriend or myself, he’s the most well behaved dog.

I’m desperate for advice. I’m wondering if the anti-bark collars are the solution to our problems and if so, which one is the best. I’m also wondering if getting him a companion will help ease his separation anxiety.

please help me with any advice!
i leave the TV on so she hears human voices to no avail. and i don’t have a lot of money to spend on really good trainers. =( thanks for all your responses.