CAUTION
Please read and follow the instructions in this manual. A proper fit of the
collar is important. A collar worn for too long, or made too tight on the dog’s
neck may cause skin damage. These are called bed sores, or decubitus
ulcers and pressure necrosis.
These steps will help keep your dog safe and comfortable. Millions of dogs
are comfortable while wearing stainless steel contacts. But some dogs are
sensitive to the contact pressure. You may find after some time that your
dog is very tolerant of the collar. If so, you may relax some of these
precautions. It is important to continue daily checks of the contact area
though. If redness or sores are found, discontinue use until the skin has fully
healed.
•Avoid leaving the collar on the dog for more than 12 hours per day.
•When possible, reposition the collar on the dog’s neck every 1 to 2 hours.
•Check the fit to prevent excessive pressure. Follow the instructions in this
manual.
•Never connect a lead/leash to the electronic collar. It will cause excessive
pressure on the contacts.
•When using a separate collar for a lead/leash, do not put pressure on the
electronic collar.
•Wash the dog’s neck area and the contacts of the collar weekly with a
damp cloth.
•Examine the contact area daily for signs of a rash or a sore.
•If a rash or sore is found, discontinue use of the collar until the skin has
healed.
•If the condition persists beyond 48 hours, see your veterinarian.
equipment.
•You may need to trim the hair in the area of the Contact Points or switch to
the longer Contact Points to ensure consistent contact. Never shave the
dog’s neck. This may lead to a rash or infection.
•You should not make the collar any tighter than is required for good
contact. A collar that is too tight will increase the risk of pressure necrosis
in the contact area.
•Unauthorized changes or modifications to the equipment may violate FCC
regulations and could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
