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A dog fence collar is a way to train and keep your pet dog on your side of the fence. These systems will help to make sure your pet dog doesn’t wander about where it shouldn’t.

Dog fences consist of a buried yard wire connected to an indoor radio transmitter. When the dog approaches the wire, a special dog fence collar worn around his neck delivers a brief, totally harmless correction that discourages him from crossing the boundary. The same collar which keeps the dog inside the radio fence also allows the owner to give the dog corrections on demand with a remote control.

These collars can also be used to curb unwanted behaviors. If your dog won’t stop barking the stimulation on the collar automatically increases as barking continues, causing your dog to learn his lesson quickly about nonstop barking.

Choosing an electric fence can save you many aggravations. Dogs can jump over, chew through, and even dig under most other types of fences leaving you helpless. When you are certain (usually after a few training sessions) that your pet is actively avoiding the Correction Zone, then you can take him off the leash. Make sure to supervise your dog during this time, until you are positive that he understands how the dog fence works.

It is worth noting however, that a dog fence collar is not generally used for training hunting dogs as these animals are meant to freely roam the fields looking for game.

Generally a dog fence collars lithium ion battery will be fully charged in 2-3 hours to give weeks of uninterrupted use. On the market today are a wide range of electronic training aids including remote trainers, bark collars and a variety of dog containment systems. These products are made to meet the special needs of dog owners all over the world.

There are so many different training collars, containment systems and bark collars available that it’s hard to pick the right one but the effects and desired outcomes remain the same.

The dog magically stays in his yard with what appears to be no restraint. These systems also work well implanted around flower beds and other off-limits places, including certain rooms in the house. TRAINING YOUR DOG TO RECOGNIZE THE INSTANT FENCE BOUNDARIES: Once you have adjusted the signal to the perimeter you want, mark the boundary by placing small training flags at the edge of the signal area. Then, using a leash and holding the collar, walk your pet around the boundary, pointing and shaking the flags, saying “NO,” and letting your pet hear the beeping of the collar. Begin training by holding the spray collar in your hand and leading your dog, with a regular collar and leash, to the boundaries of the fence all the way around the yard. Pickup a boundary flag and give your dog a strong “NO” command, allowing him to hear the beeping from the spray collar.

Dogs should be between 4 and 6 months of age and able to obey simple commands such as “sit” and “come.”. He should also be trained on the leash.

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The iron maiden, thumb screws, the rack, they are all readily recognized by most as torture devices. And if appearances alone mattered, the prong collar would be seen in no better light by most of us. Yet you can readily walk into most pet stores in even the most animal friendly states in the country and still find these devices for sale. Do pet stores hate dogs? Hardly.

I will admit that prong collars look like horribly cruel devices but they are no more intended to do harm to dogs than choke collars (which are actually far more dangerous in unqualified hands). The objective behind a prong collar is to motivate positive behavior by introducing discomfort for bad behavior such as pulling. They are not meant to inflict punishing pain for every little transgression.

Advocates of prong collars will try to sell the thought that these dog training collars simulate a mother’s reprimand. In other words, the collar feels like an adult dog’s teeth around the neck of its pup when it carries its young or expresses dominance. The theory is that this “dominant” sensation will aid in training efforts by establishing the dog’s submissive role in the owner/pet relationship. Frankly, I think that’s a load of hooey and an attempt to paint a more “natural” picture on a wholly unnatural device.

Detractors will tell you that prong collars are cruel and extremely painful. They’ll tell you there are better ways to train a dog not to pull and that dog training devices such as prong and choke collars are outdated products designed to support outdated training styles. Though I’m not an advocate against prong collars, much of that is on the money. I just disagree with the cruel and extremely painful part. That is to say, I don’t feel that’s the intended result.

The truth of the matter is that both choke and prong collars can be useful training aids in qualified hands. The problem is in their use by owners who either haven’t taken the time to learn or simply don’t understand their use. The very real results, unfortunately, can be soft tissue and tendon damage. Effectively, without meaning to, you can cause continuing and escalating harm to an animal if you don’t know the right way to use these things.

Regardless your position on prong collars, they are still sold and still used today. As such, if you are considering purchasing one, take the time to learn its correct use. Never slip a prong collar over a dog’s head. These devices are meant to be attached by removing a clip and then reconnecting in the same way you might remove a link from a chain of paper clips. Should you attempt to slip the collar over a dog’s head, you run a very real risk of causing eye damage should the dog suddenly jerk its head.

Prong collars are not designed to be permanent collars. If you are using one on every walk, all the time, your dog will develop a tolerance and you’ll have effectively eliminated any training value the collar may have provided. Worse, you’ll wind up doing real harm trying to get a reaction out of your pet as he won’t respond anymore unless the pain is severe rather than just uncomfortable. Only use the collar for dedicated training sessions to teach your dog to heel or not lunge, then switch back to a regular collar. Do not leave the collar on the dog when not being walked or trained.

Recognize that a prong collar is designed to pinch rather than choke. If you’re trying to choke the life out of your dog with a prong collar, you need to relinquish the collar (and probably the dog, too). Your objective is a short pinch when your dog pulls or bolts ahead. Pressure should be immediately released when your dog is behaving or you’ll be sending a confusing message.

Do not use a prong collar on puppies, small dogs or dogs which are particularly skittish or shy. The results can lead to serious damage to your pet’s confidence and that should never be your objective. You want your pet to know his place in the pecking order, not to live in constant terror.

Recognize there is a better way. At the end of the day, you are working to establish a healthy but dominant relationship with your dog. Your goals are not to punish, inflict pain or lord over your pet mercilessly. Rather, you want to establish an alpha position born out of respect. Methods such as turning and walking the other way when your dog tries to forge ahead, forcing it to walk behind you or simply making it sit every time it lunges are effective methods that can be accomplished with an ordinary buckle collar.

Your vet or preferably a gentle and qualified trainer with good references should be your guide. Prong collars can be effective tools when used properly by an experienced trainer on the right dog. Not all dogs will benefit and some could well suffer psychological or physical harm as a result of these devices. Make the smart decision and solicit qualified advice before even considering a prong collar.

Finally, learn patience and make time to train your dog away from distractions. With just an ordinary collar and an ordinary leash you can train virtually any dog. Dog training collars of any kind are simply for expediency. Given a loving, nurturing and patient owner, virtually any dog can learn to be well behaved by a gentle but authoritative owner.

Collar corrections (leash correction, leash jerk) work by giving the leash a quick jerk/snap, which in turn snaps the dog’s collar and delivers some pain to his neck. Collar corrections can be implemented on a variety of neck collars, including flat collar (least pain), martingale collar, prong collar, and choke collar (most pain).

Some claim that collar corrections do not deliver any pain, and is only meant to get the dog’s attention. That is a myth. Collar corrections work, precisely because it delivers pain, which then shocks or startles the dog out of his bad behavior. The pain also discourages the dog from repeating that behavior in the future. Too little pain, from too soft a correction, will have no effect on the dog; and too much pain, from too strong a correction, may cause the dog to break down and become fearful. To work well, collar corrections must be executed with the proper force, proper timing, and proper redirection, so that the dog learns the right lesson, without becoming afraid of his surroundings or distrustful of his owner.

A collar correction must be a quick jerk of the leash. There is only tension for an extremely short amount of time (a quarter-second or less), and then the leash should be loose again. Most people tend to do tugs rather than jerks, which have very little effect on the dog. Instead, it may exacerbate the situation, because there is continuous tension on the leash, causing the dog to get more tense and frustrated. You must also be properly positioned for the jerk so that the force is always to the side rather than directly back. Jerking to the back, may encourage the dog to lunge forward to oppose the force.

Dangers of Collar Correction

1. May cause loss of trust. It is important not to over-correct your dog. Try to set him up for success and reduce the chances of him making mistakes. If you are seen as the source of unpleasant things, your dog will lose trust in you and may start avoiding you. Do not initiate eye contact while implementing the correction, and follow it up with praise and rewards once your dog complies with your command. It is also crucial to time your correction and subsequent praise accurately, so that your dog does not get confused and frustrated because he is unsure what the pain is for, and how he can stop it.
2. May encourage aggression and other unwanted side effects. There are four ways a dog can deal with the stress of a correction: fight, flight, freeze, or appease. If your dog continuously chooses to fight, then you are encouraging aggression in him, and he may ultimately become a dangerous dog. If your dog continuously chooses to flight then you may break his spirit and he may become a fearful and unstable dog. Your dog may also associate the pain of the correction to the environment or objects in the environment. For example, if a collar correction is always applied whenever he sees another dog, he may associate the pain with the other dog rather than to his lunging and jumping behavior. As a result, he may become aggressive or fearful towards other dogs.
3. May injure your dog if not implemented correctly. When using a training collar, make sure to consult a trainer on how to fit it and use it properly. The choke chain, especially, is not recommended as it can cause harm with extended use even when fitted properly. Make sure to remove the training collar whenever your dog is unsupervised. Do not use training collars for pro-longed periods of time.
4. Response to commands may degrade once your dog gets habituated to the pain. If you overuse collar corrections, your dog may get habituated to the pain. Once this occurs, he will be less motivated to respond to your commands, and you must increase the strength of your correction. To avoid this, apply the “proper” amount of force from the beginning (not too hard or too soft). The actual force needed will depend on the reason for the correction and on your dog’s temperament. Get a professional trainer to show you the proper amount of force needed.

Which Collar to Use?It is best to use a thick one-inch collar and train your dog through the use of reward techniques rather than through collar corrections. Collar corrections can work, but it often causes more behavioral issues down the road. With rewards based techniques there is no danger of losing your dog’s trust and/or injuring your dog physically or mentally if you make training mistakes.

If after a few weeks the problem behaviors still persist, then consult a reward based trainer to help trouble shoot the problem areas. Also make sure that you are following the Nothing In Life Is Free (NILIF) program. If this fails to bring results, find a good trainer who can show your how to properly implement collar corrections. Start with a flat collar; progress to the martingale collar, and prong collar only if absolutely necessary. Choke chains and shock collars are NOT appropriate for most dogs. They are overly harsh and easily misused.

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A great deal of time is spent on people trying to find dog supplies online with varying success. It has been discussed previously as to things to look for when doing your dog supply search. Things like quality over price that sort of thing. This will again be discussed in the future for an array of topics but today we’re going to focus on dog supplies that come into play when your dog returns from the vet.

Yes, I’m sure you’ve had to deal with it before. In most cases its when your dog has gone through that period where the vet recommends, as proceeds to accomplish, the removal of the sexual organs. It’s an advisable and necessary part of a dogs life. But immediately proceeding this experience is the wait for the dog to get better.

This process usually takes 10 - 14 days. For the first two or three days you dog will be in an amount of pain that will take on various forms depending on the personality of your dog. Some might simply lay down on their bed and only move to eat or drink and go outside. Others will try to act normally but, upon noticing something is missing will spend their time dancing around the room and whining a bit. Don’t worry because this is normal and it will go away. The only tough part for dog lovers is having to wait out the recovery time.

In most cases stitches will be used to close any incisions made during the surgery. When it comes to this it’s important to watch your dog closely, especially if the dog is a “licker”. Licking a wound is the dogs natural way of trying to clean it and sooth pain. But in this case licking can cause irritation to the wound and can help spread bacteria around it. Also, in most cases, licking is a precursor to biting and chewing. Left on their own, most dogs will have stitches removed. This is dangerous and in the event that is happens would require immediate attention and new stitches put in.

This is a bag thing for several reasons. When the dog requires to have stitches put back in the vet will have to readminister anesthetic. Limiting the dogs exposure to this is recommend which is why its used only when necessary. To avoid this from happening most vets recommend a special dog supply in order to stop the dog from chewing or biting their wound. It’s a dog cone or e-collar. They’re the cone shaped collars that attach to the dogs regular collar. With this the dog is unable to reach it’s hind quarters and therefore is stopped from irritating the area.

The cones come in various sizes for the different size dogs obviously. But they are generally the same and usually cost about $10 and your vet. You may be able to find them cheaper or more expensive depending on where you buy dog supplies and how much of a quality dog supply you wish you purchase. Either way they each have the same affect.

As you could expect the majority of dogs that are required to wear these collars aren’t happy about it. Like their reactions to recovering from surgery their reactions to having a plastic collar strapped to their heads will be just as varied. Anywhere from ensuing in a constant struggle to remove the cone by banging their head on anything near and pawing incessantly at it to simply standing in the middle of the room and refusing to lay down until they’re so tired they pass out. Again, just another one of the issues a dog owner needs to go through their their dog is recovering from surgery.

When it comes to looking for the right cone for your dog there are some who would go about their process of trying to find dog supplies online and would prefer to purchase the dog supply right from their usually place. This is fine but remember it’s an important part of some dogs recovery. Even if the dog isn’t normally a chewer they can be unpredictable in their conditions, especially when they are asleep and you’re unable to watch them.

So if your dog has recently gone through a surgery and have to wear a dog cone then make sure you keep them as comfortable as possible and continue to remind yourself that despite their dislike of it, it’s for their benefit and in a few days when their stitches and healed and it isn’t bothering them so much it can be removed and the dog will be on their way to normal.

When trying to find go supplies online remember that it isn’t always dog toys or food that is important. This items used for the dog to become healthy again are just as important. So make sure you apply the same tips to these supplies that you would to others.

Dog training collars can be used to teach your dog basic obedience training, sport dog training and advanced training without the aid of a dog trainer. These collars help owners keep their pet under control. Dog training collars can be used to teach basic obedience commands such as ‘sit,’ ‘stay’ and ‘heel.’ The collar has to be the correct size, so measure your dog’s neck with a string or tape and add two to three inches to the measurement.

Electronic dog-training collars (also called shock collars) were introduced to the market about thirty years ago. Today, they serve as one of the most effective ways to train a dog. Some of the other dog training tools are remote training collars and e-collars. These collars are remote-controlled and emit a light, corrective static shock as soon as the dog does something wrong. The corrective signal sent by the collar draws the dog’s attention, and it links the behavior with the response of the dog teaching them what is good and bad — consequently stopping the bad. Most of the collars have several levels of correction.

There are lightweight and reliable water resistant collars for all kinds of dog activities. The different kinds of collars available include plain buckle collar, martingale collar, limited choke collar, choke chain, snap-around choke, head collar, pronged collar and no-bark collar. The choke collar is the safest if used properly. The most popular is the slip collars. These training collars work properly when fitted and used properly. Even though some disapproval exists among people regarding the use of dog training collars, professional dog trainers and veterinarians accept this as a safe training tool.

If you’re thinking about getting a new pet there are some steps you will want to take ahead of time to prepare. By being prepared you can make the transition easier for both you and your new pet. After all adding a new family member is a big step, not just for you but for the new pet as well.

You’ve went through the process of deciding what type of pet is best for you, you’ve decided where to get him or her and have found the right fit. There are some supplies you’ll need to get beforehand and some you can pick up shortly after bringing home your new pet. The supplies you’ll need will vary somewhat depending on whether you’re bringing home a puppy or a dog.

It’s best to bring your new pet home in a pet carrier, so that is one of the first things you’ll need. Not using a pet carrier can potentially be dangerous or messy, so using one is definitely a good idea. Remember this will be a new experience for both of you and you won’t be sure what to expect. Some dogs get motion sickness or they get nervous and have to go to the bathroom. In either case you’ll be happy to have him in a carrier.

Puppy-proofing your house is essential if you’re bringing home a puppy. They love to chew on things and sometimes they swallow things they shouldn’t or they may go for some of your favorite items. You don’t want to have to take the new puppy to the vet right away because he swallowed something he shouldn’t have, so make sure things are out of his reach.

This brings us to another item you should get ahead of time — chew toys. Chewing on things is a natural behavior for puppies so it’s important they have some thing to chew on. Even if you’re bringing home an older dog he will likely enjoy the chew toys too. This may help ease some nervous energy during the transition as well.

It’s also good to have the puppy or dog food, the food and water dishes, and a few toys set up before bringing your new puppy or dog home. If you have everything set up ahead of time you will be able to enjoy spending time with your new pet instead of spending that time organizing his space. This will also help him get to know where to find the food and water and the toys.

You will want to be prepared with a collar and a leash right away too. It’s safer to keep him on a leash, especially at first. Remember he may be a little nervous and he won’t be familiar with his surroundings. Having him on a leash will also prevent him from chasing after a squirrel and darting into the street.

A pet id tag is another important thing you’ll want to get right away. Unexpected things can happen, especially when you’re not familiar with each other yet, and having a current pet id tag can make all the difference if you ever happen to loose you pet.

Bringing home a new puppy or dog can be such an exciting event. But preparing for the new pet can also be fun and it will make the transition go much more smoothly. In time you may also want to consider getting some reference guides or training manuals.

If you currently own a dog that seems a bit hard to train then you might be considering buying an electronic dog training collar. While the idea of using an electronic collar may be appealing it is important to understand that it is just another method of training your dog. It is not the be all and end all of dog training, but used properly it can deliver very good results when other training methods just don’t seem to work.

When you go to buy an electronic dog training collar be aware that you will find several different types that have differences in how they work. The type most people are familiar with is the electronic shock collar, which emits a low voltage charge that gets the dog attention. There are two other types of electric dog collars, one that works by emitting a high pitched sound that the dog finds extremely annoying and the other choice is a citronella collar that works by squirting citronella in front of the dog’s nose. Dogs do not particularly like the smell of citronella. No matter which version you choose they all work by getting your dogs attention and annoying it in an unpleasant way. Dogs, much like humans, will do whatever is necessary to avoid these annoyances even if it means obeying their owner.

Using an electronic dog training collar is rather straightforward, but remember, it is only a tool to help you achieve the results you want with your dog. The collar won’t train your dog for you; it is a tool that you use to reprimand your dog when it does not obey your commands. For instance when training your dog to sit give the command “sit”, push gently but firmly on the lower back which makes your dog assume the sitting position. You must do this several times so the dog understands what you are asking it to do. Only after demonstrating to the dog several times what he is to do with a certain command do you try and give the command without any human intervention, ie pushing his but down. A dog that catches on quick and obeys should be praised and rewarded with a treat. If the dog refuses to obey this is the time to use the electronic collar. After getting your dogs attention with the collar start over by giving the command and pushing his hind end down into the sitting position and repeat the whole process over.

One of the more popular uses for an electronic dog training collar is the invisible fence. By running a thin wire around the outside of your yard the dog that sets off a beeping alarm whenever your dog approaches the property boundaries the dog learns to stay on your property and not wander off. If the dog ignores the beeping and continues to approach the boundary the collar will give a low grade shock that gets his attention. Soon the dog learns to recognize the beeping and what ignoring the warning means. It should be mentioned that while this method works with the majority of dogs if your dog is overly aggressive no amount of beeping, citronella, or electrical shock will keep him from running through an invisible fence boundary.

Using an electronic dog training collar is a good alternative to training a hard to train dog as long as it is used for its intended purpose. This type of dog collar should be used as a training tool that helps modify a dog’s behavior. It should never be used as a way to punish or in any way inflict needless pain on a dog. Used correctly chances are you will only need to use it sparingly and before long your dog will learn to obey your commands without it.

Are you considering the purchase of a shock, ultrasonic or citronella dog bark collar? Wondering which is the most humane or dog-friendly? To learn more about each style of barking collar, including which one is the most humane and the most effective, keep reading.

Shock Collars

If your dog is wearing an electric shock collar, then he is given an electric zap every time he barks at a certain level of loudness. The shock is quick and painful. So, before you buy this type of collar, ask yourself if you would make your child wear one?

Electric shocks are unpleasant, painful and mentally upsetting. They can lead to symptoms of anxiety, stress and depression, which translates to fearful and possibly overly aggressive dogs. Also, it’s unclear what, if any, side effects there are of electric shock therapy.

Ultrasonic Collars

If your dog is wearing an ultrasonic noise collar, then he is treated to an extremely high-pitched and unpleasant siren noise every time he barks above a particular decibel level. That said, these collars rarely work and could even encourage barking.

Not all dogs have ultrasonic hearing nor can they necessarily hear super high-pitched noises. Also, because the owner can’t hear the collar, there’s no way to tell if it’s even working.

Besides being ineffective, the collar may actually encourage barking if your dog can hear it. Most dogs bark in response to a noise or as part of a call and response. If each time they bark they get a response, albeit a high-pitched wail, they may continue barking, but louder.

A Humane Choice - Citronella

Probably the most humane bark collar is the citronella spray model. Basically, each time the dog barks above a certain decibel level, the collar emits a light mist of citronella, which is an irritating scent for canines. The experience is somewhat unpleasant, but not painful or unnecessarily cruel. Eventually, the dog will connect its barking to the citronella scent.

Where to Buy Citronella Spray Collars

There are two major and popular brands for citronella dog collars - these are the Premiere Gentle Spray Anti-Bark Collar and the MultiVet No Bark Spray Collar.

The Premiere Gentle Spray Collar is significantly more expensive than other brands and usually costs between $70 and $80. However, online specials can often be found for as low as $30 to $40. Refills for this product typically cost less than $5, but it comes with a full-sized can of citronella.

The MultiVet No Dog Bark Collar is more affordable at $30 to $40, but many customers complain the collar isn’t sensitive enough to pick up high-pitched barking, meaning it’s better suited for dogs with low growls.

If you have a pet dog you probably will wan to think about using a training collar if you are interested in providing some training to your pet.

Most people who use a training collar for their dog are trying to control “uncontrolled” barking and other bothersome activities.

Dog training collars consist of two main types: Citronella collars spray stinky citronella oil near the dog’s nose when the barking starts (Citronella oil is a plant-based insect repellent that is non-toxic and doesn’t smell all that great to the dog). As you may imagine, this acts as a deterrent.

The second typed of collar will deliver a static shock to the dog when it barks or, for boundary training, when the dog attempts to cross out of your yard. Dog training collars are simple and easy to use with maximum productivity from minimum effort, as long as they are used correctly.

Dog training collars are a great way to work with your pet in your efforts to teach obedience and respect, these collars help your teach your dog the behavior you desire. Dog training collars are obviously necessary and very effective tools in dog training, especially if you live in populated areas where there are children and other vulnerable people.

The dog’s collar is the point of physical control that the trainer uses to make contact with the dog and are designed by experts so dogs will learn that barking and other behaviors are not acceptable. I know it may seem a little cruel to train this way, but it is proven to be a reliable and effective way to modify your dog’s unacceptable behavior.

Annoying dogs that bark constantly can become very pleasant animals if equipped with appropriate training collars. They are very popular in the world of hunting since most hunt dogs are trained to be versatile and be able to think independently from their masters especially in tracking. A training collar conditions a pet dog to respond in a trained manner to an instruction or command.

Hunters may want their dog to lie down at 200 yards away because a deer is running by, or to come back to them immediately. Hunters rely on the remote electronic collar to convey their commands because yelling in that situation is simply not an option. Hunters can use water-proof collars that can be submerged under water and still operate effectively. Additionally, the dog can travel several hundred yards away and still be shocked if it doesn’t return quickly with a normal call.

Remember, this training is designed to modify behavior so you and your dog can both get along in populated areas.