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PetSafe

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Yard & Park

Remote Trainer

Operating and Training Guide

Please read this entire guide before beginning

Summary of Contents for PDT00-12470

Page 1: ...1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 PetSafe Yard Park RemoteTrainer Operating and Training Guide Please read this entire guide before beginning ...

Page 2: ...tions 4 Operating Guide Prepare the Handheld Transmitter 5 Prepare the Receiver Collar 6 Fit the Receiver Collar 8 Program the Handheld Transmitter 9 Reset the Receiver Collar 10 Program the Receiver Collar for Two or Three Dog Operation 10 Training Guide General Tips 11 TeachingYour Pet the Positive Tone 11 Using the Negative Tone 11 Find the Best Stimulation Level forYour Pet 12 Teaching Basic O...

Page 3: ...t the push of a button the HandheldTransmitter sends a signal activating the Receiver Collar Using the RemoteTrainer consistently and correctly many misbehaviors that your pet exhibits can be corrected or any basic obedience commands can be taught Important TheYard ParkTrainer has a range of up to 400 yards Depending on the way you hold the HandheldTransmitter the maximum range may vary For consis...

Page 4: ...ough the HandheldTransmitter and Receiver Collar are waterproof without the charger covers keep the covers in place when not charging to keep debris out of the openings Continuous Stimulation You control when and how long Stimulation is delivered to your dog through the Receiver Collar s Contact Points When a Continuous Stimulation button is pressed for 8 seconds or more the HandheldTransmitter wi...

Page 5: ...tter Indicator Light will flash after 12 hours of charging For the first charge continue to charge the HandheldTransmitter for an additional 12 hours 5 When charging is completed replace the rubber cover Charger connector placed in the Handheld Transmitter Charging Jack Note Approximate battery life between charges is 40 to 60 hours depending on frequency of use Transmitter Indicator Light Functio...

Page 6: ...r placed in Receiver Collar Charging Jack ToTurn the Receiver Collar On 1 Press and hold the On Off Button until the Receiver Indicator Light comes on and the Receiver Collar beeps 5 times 2 Release the On Off Button The Receiver Indicator Light will flash until the Receiver Collar is turned off The flashing light indicates the Receiver Collar is ready to receive a radio signal from the Handheld T...

Page 7: ...an shorten battery life After initial charge never leave the battery plugged in for more than 12 hours If your equipment has not been charged for an extended period you may experience a decrease in battery life the first few uses Afterwards the battery life will return to previous capacity levels You should expect hundreds of recharge cycles from your batteries However all rechargeable batteries l...

Page 8: ...dog s neck 3C The fit should be snug but not constricting 5 Allow your dog to wear the Receiver Collar for several minutes then recheck the fit Check the fit again as your dog becomes more comfortable with the Receiver Collar Care and Cleaning To ensure the effectiveness of this product and the comfort and safety of your dog check the fit of his collar frequently This Guide describes proper collar...

Page 9: ... how long the button is pressed To reactivate release and repress the button Mode UPPER BUTTON FUNCTION LOWER BUTTON FUNCTION SIDE BUTTON FUNCTION OF DOGS 1 NegativeTone only NegativeTone 1 second then Continuous Stimulation set by Intensity Dial PositiveTone only 1 2 NegativeTone only Continuous Stimulation set by Intensity Dial PositiveTone only 1 3 NegativeTone 1 second then Continuous Stimulat...

Page 10: ...et to Mode 6 7 or 8 PetSafe Receiver Collars can be set to respond to the upper lower or side Handheld Transmitter buttons Add A Dog receiver s must be purchased to train additional dogs 1 Program the Handheld Transmitter to Mode 6 7 or 8 2 Program the first Receiver Collar A Turn the Receiver Collar off B Press and hold the On Off Button The Receiver Indicator Light will come on then turn off in ...

Page 11: ...minutes per day for 2 or 3 days helping him create the association of the positive tone with reward and praise To accomplish this 1 Push the Positive Tone button for 2 consecutive seconds 2 Release the button and immediately reward your pet with verbal praise petting or a small food reward Spend 3 to 5 seconds on your rewarding 3 Wait a few minutes and repeat holding the Positive Tone button for 2...

Page 12: ...Stimulation level several times before moving up to the next level 3 YOUR PET SHOULD NOT VOCALIZE OR PANIC WHEN RECEIVING STIMULATION IF THIS HAPPENS THE STIMULATION LEVEL IS TOO HIGH ANDYOU NEED TO GO BACK TO THE PREVIOUS LEVEL AND REPEAT THE PROCESS 4 Move up through the Stimulation levels until your pet reliably responds to the Stimulation 5 If your pet continues to show no response at Level 8 ...

Page 13: ... your pet sits reliably on receiving the Negative Tone and the spoken Sit command then training is complete Release your pet from the Sit position and praise him If not move on to Step 4 4 Hold the leash and Handheld Transmitter in one hand Press and hold the Negative Tone and Stimulation button while saying Sit and if necessary using your free hand to guide your pet into the Sit position Release ...

Page 14: ...to you 7 Repeat steps 3 to 6 several times 8 If your pet comes to you reliably on receiving the spoken Come command then training is complete Release your pet and praise him If not move on to Step 9 9 Wait for your pet to walk away from you Using the Recognition Level for your pet press and hold the Negative Tone and Stimulation Button while saying Come and if necessary use the leash to guide your...

Page 15: ... praise him enthusiastically 7 Once your pet has settled release him and play calmly 8 Repeat steps 3 to 7 several times 9 If your pet stays reliably on receiving the spoken Stay command then training is complete Release your pet and praise him If not move on to Step 10 10 Put your pet on his bed and walk around the perimeter of the bed as before 11 Wait for your pet to try to leave the bed Using ...

Page 16: ...as terriers were bred to flush out prey and digging is very innate to them Other pets may be digging to find a cool spot to lie down or simply out of boredom Your pet may no longer have the desire to dig if he is provided with the following A cool shaded area in which to lie down and plenty of water An alternate activity such as a favorite toy Plenty of play exercise and attention A yard free from...

Page 17: ...You must also be physically strong enough to restrain your dog when he tries to chase 2 Choose the Intensity Level one step higher than your dog s Recognition Level 3 Set up a scenario where your dog is enticed to chase an object Common items could be cars motorcycles bicycles etc do not use toys 4 When the object passes in front of your dog make sure to hold the leash with a firm grip As soon as ...

Page 18: ...evel 2 Put your dog in a situation that will tempt him to bark 3 When your dog begins to bark press and hold the Negative Tone and Stimulation Button and give him the command Quiet 4 Release the Tone and Stimulation Button immediately once your dog stops barking and praise him 5 If your dog ignores the Stimulation and continues to bark repeat the process using a higher level of Stimulation 6 Pract...

Page 19: ...he Yard Park Trainer on aggressive pets We do not recommend any of our products to be used on aggressive pets We recommend you contact your local veterinarian or professional trainer to determine if your pet might be aggressive Will I get exactly 400 yards of range with the Yard Park Trainer The range you get with yourYard Park Trainer will vary according to terrain weather vegetation as well as t...

Page 20: ...ight enclosed in your kit on the Receiver Collar Please refer to the Test Light Instructions section for details Increase the Intensity Dial Refer to Find the Best Stimulation Level ForYour Pet for more information Make sure the Receiver Collar s Contact Points are placed snugly against your pet s skin Refer to Fit the Receiver Collar for more information If you notice your operating time dropping...

Page 21: ...oduct is designed for use with pets where training is desired The specific temperament of your pet may not work with this product We recommend that you not use this product if your pet is less than 8 lb or under 6 months old or if your pet is aggressive If you are unsure whether this is appropriate for your pet please consult your veterinarian certified trainer or contact our Customer Care Center ...

Page 22: ...s or modifications to the equipment that are not approved by Radio Systems Corporation are in violation of FCC regulations and could void the user s authority to operate the equipment and void the warranty _____________________________________________________________________________________ PetSafe Add A Dog Receiver Description Part Number 400 m Advanced Trainer Add A Dog PDT17 10726 ...

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