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5. If your pet continues to show no response at Level 8, check the fit of the Receiver Collar. If your
pet has long or thick hair, replace the Contact Points with the longer set. Then go back to #1 and
repeat the process. If this still does not yield any results, your pet’s hair may need to be trimmed
around the Contact Points.
If all of these steps have been done and your pet continues to show no reaction to the stimulation,
see the “Test Light Instructions” section.
If after completing all of these steps your dog still does not indicate he is feeling the stimulation,
please contact Customer Care Center or visit our website at www.petsafe.net.
Dog Training Recommendations
When Training Begins:
Training starts the moment you bring your puppy home. While your dog will not
be ready for the PetSafe
®
products until he has matured, you should begin basic training immediately.
Remain the Leader:
Stop your dog from becoming “collar wise”. An easy solution known as “Collar
Conditioning” will help prevent the dog from listening only when wearing the Receiver Collar and
disobeying when he is not wearing it. First, fit the Receiver Collar on your dog. Second, immediately take
your dog outside or do something he enjoys; don’t activate the Receiver Collar. Let the dog wear it during
non-training sessions. Your dog should believe wearing the Receiver Collar can also result in having fun. It
should not be perceived as punishment. Place the Receiver Collar on and off the dog at various times for
short or longer periods to make wearing it a normal routine. Similarly, don’t let the dog learn to obey only
when he sees the Handheld Remote. Also carry the Handheld Remote, but don’t use it all the time. How
long should this process take
?
Professional trainers’ opinions vary from a few days to a couple of weeks.
Focus on the Dog:
Professional trainers’ opinions vary on some issues, but all users of remote training
systems strongly recommend watching your dog, not the Handheld Remote, when training. PetSafe
®
products are specifically designed to make this task simple. It is easy and you should find the point
where your dog first perceives the static stimulation. See “Find the Best Stimulation Level for Your Pet”.
“Good Dog” in the Home or Outside:
Stopping unwanted behavior is easy using the PetSafe
®
Remote Trainers. Your dog can be good in and out of the house. Remember to be fair to the dog and
remove temptation whenever possible.
Be Consistent and Responsible:
Use the Remote Trainer every time your dog misbehaves. Only let
responsible family members use the Remote Trainer. It is not a toy!
Teaching Basic Obedience
The “Sit” Command
1. Put a separate, non-metallic collar on your pet’s neck ABOVE the
Receiver Collar, and attach a long leash.
Note: Be sure the extra collar
does not put pressure on the Contact Points.
2. Hold your leash and Handheld Remote in one hand. Press and hold
the Tone B Button while saying “Sit” and if necessary using your free
hand to guide your pet into a “Sit” position. Release the Tone B Button
immediately when your pet sits. Repeat this several times.
