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Training Guide
General Tips
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Eliminate one misbehavior or teach one obedience command at a time. If you move too fast
with the training, your pet may become confused.
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Be consistent. Give your pet a tone or spray stimulation with each misbehavior.
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Do not over-correct your pet. Use as few sprays as possible to train your pet.
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Unless you can supervise him, it is recommended that you restrict your pet from situations in
which he has a history of misbehaving. However, setting up a situation as a training session
can dramatically improve your chances of success.
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If your pet reacts to the training by hiding or acting fearful, redirect his attention to a simple
and appropriate behavior such as the “Sit” command.
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Pets should be at least 6 months old before using the Trainer.
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Only let responsible family members use the Trainer. It is not a toy!
Never use the Elite Remote Spray Trainer to correct or eliminate any form
of aggressive behavior. If you are unsure if your dog is aggressive, please
consult your veterinarian or a certified trainer.
Training Your Pet with Tone
Before using the Trainer to correct your pet, spend 10 to 15 minutes per day for 2 or 3 days
helping him create the association of the tone with reward and praise. To accomplish this:
1. Push the 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 Tone button for 2 seconds following with praise.
Vary the reward to prevent your pet from anticipating a specific type. This stage of training is
complete when your pet obviously anticipates a reward when he hears the tone.
To Train using Spray Stimulation
You control the timing of the spray being applied to your pet. If you continue to press the Spray
Button the spray will time out after 10 seconds. It will remain in time out until the button is
released.
Note: For any of these training methods to be effective, they must be used consistently along
with the command you are trying to teach your pet.
Teaching Basic Obedience
The “Sit” Command
1. Put a separate, non-metallic collar on your pet’s neck BELOW the Receiver Collar, and attach
a 10-foot leash.
2. Hold the leash and the Handheld Remote in one hand. Keep your other hand free to guide
your pet into a “Sit” position.
3. Press and hold the Spray Button.
4. Immediately give the “Sit” command while continuing to hold the Spray Button.
