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Ensure a Proper Spray Pattern
For the PetSafe
®
Spray Bark Collar to perform properly, the nozzle
must be positioned correctly and there must be a clear path from the
spray nozzle to your dog’s snout. Follow these steps:
1. Make sure the PetSafe logo on the front of the collar is upright
and the spray nozzle is angled out and pointing up towards the
dog’s snout (
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2. For long-haired dogs, it may be necessary to trim the neck hairs
along the path of the spray. It is important that the spray reaches
the dog’s snout to be effective.
Do not shave the pet’s neck as this may increase the risk of skin irritation.
What to Expect During Use
Important: Do not leave your dog alone the first few times he receives a stimulation.
Place the collar properly on your dog and wait nearby until he barks. Most dogs will understand very
quickly that the collar is disrupting their urge to bark and will relax and stop barking. Because the spray
may be surprising or startling at first, some dogs may bark more at the initial stimulation.
On rare occasions, a dog may begin barking at the stimulation. If this happens, reassure your dog with a
calm voice. As your dog relaxes, he will understand that if he becomes quiet, he will not receive any more
spray stimulations. The number of dogs that have this reaction typically will only have it the first time they
wear the Spray Bark Collar.
You should notice a reduction in your dog’s barking within the first couple of days that he wears the Spray
Bark Collar. At this point, it is important to remember the learning process is still not complete. Dogs will
“test” this new learning experience and may increase their attempts to bark. This usually occurs during the
second week a dog wears the Spray Bark Collar. If this does occur, remain consistent and do not alter
your use of the Spray Bark Collar. You must place the Spray Bark Collar on your dog in every situation
when you expect him to be quiet. If your dog is not wearing the Spray Bark Collar, he may resume
barking and his learning will suffer a setback.
Tips and Maintenance
• Before playing with your dog, remove the Spray Bark Collar. The activity may cause your dog to bark,
which could lead to him associating the play with the burst of spray.
• To ensure that your dog does not make the connection between you and the spray collar, do not let him
see you prepare the collar for the first try, or for subsequent use. Keep your dog away while you prepare
the collar as well as when you replace the cartridge or charge the battery.
• Remove all other collars with metallic parts or tags. These could create noise that may needlessly
activate the spray.
• To ensure effectiveness, avoid letting your dog wear the collar with an empty cartridge.
• Turn off the collar while not in use.
• The PetSafe
®
Spray Bark Collar should only be used with pets that are over 6 months of age.
• If your pet is injured or its mobility is otherwise impaired, contact your veterinarian or professional
trainer before use.
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