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Eliminating Unwanted Behavior
Jumping Up
Pets typically jump up to get attention. If you do not want
your pet to jump on you, then friends or members of the
family should not encourage this behavior. That means every
time your pet jumps on someone, he should be reprimanded
or redirected to an alternate and acceptable behavior, for
which he can receive praise. Note: It is best if your pet first
understands the “Sit” command.
1. Choose the Intensity Level one step higher than your
pet’s Recognition Level.
2. As soon as your pet lifts his paws off the ground to jump
on you, press the Stimulation button and give the command “Sit.”
3. Release the Stimulation button immediately once your pet is sitting, and verbally praise him.
4. If your pet ignores the stimulation, increase the Intensity Level by 1.
5. Practice this exercise in several different areas and use different people for distractions.
Digging
It is important to first understand why your pet is digging. Many dogs, such 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:
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A cool, shaded area in which to lie down, and plenty of water.
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An alternate activity, such as a favorite toy.
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Plenty of play, exercise, and attention.
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A yard free from rodents or prey that he may be trying to flush out.
1. Choose the Intensity Level one step higher than your pet’s Recognition Level.
2. Place the Receiver Collar on your pet and wait at least 10 minutes before
placing him in the yard. No other people or pets should be in the yard, as you
do not want your pet to associate the stimulation with anything other than his
digging. Your pet must be securely fenced in or contained during training.
3. From a window or area where your pet cannot see you, wait until your pet
begins to dig.
4. While your pet digs, press the Stimulation button and release it when he stops
digging. Only press the button while your pet is in the act of digging, and do not say anything to him.
5. If your pet ignores the stimulation, increase the Intensity Level by 1.
6. Continue to watch your pet, as he may choose another area to dig.
7. Do not allow your pet in the yard unsupervised until he has completely stopped digging.
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