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petsafe.com
Welcome.
You and your pet were made for each other. Our aim is to help you have the best companionship and the most memorable
moments together. Your remote trainer is designed to give your pet more freedom while keeping him safe.
We know that safe pets make happy owners. Before getting started, please take a moment to read through the important safety
information. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Hereinafter Radio Systems Corporation, Radio Systems PetSafe Europe Ltd., Radio Systems Australia Pty Ltd. and any other affiliate
or Brand of Radio Systems Corporation may be referred to collectively as “We” or “Us”.
Important Safety Information
Explanation of Attention Words and Symbols Used in this Guide
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety
messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
WARNING
indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION
, used without the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in harm to your pet.
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Do not use this product if your dog is prone to aggressive behaviour. Aggressive dogs can cause severe injury and even death to
their owner and others. If you are unsure whether this product is appropriate for your dog, please consult your veterinarian or a
certified trainer.
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It is vitally important that you and your pet remain safe while learning during on-lead training. Your pet should be on a strong
lead, long enough for him to attempt to chase an object, but short enough for him not to reach a road or other hazard. You must
also be physically strong enough to restrain your pet when he tries to chase.
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This pet training device is not a toy, keep away from children.
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A collar worn for too long or made too tight on the pet’s neck may cause skin damage ranging from redness to pressure ulcers.
This condition is commonly known as bed sores.
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Avoid leaving the collar on the dog for more than 12 hours per day.
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When possible reposition the collar on the pet’s neck every 1 to 2 hours.
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Regularly recheck the fit to prevent excessive pressure; follow the instructions in this Operating Guide.
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You may need to trim the hair in the area of the contact points. However, ne
ver shave the dog’s neck; this may lead to a rash or
infection.
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Never connect a lead to a collar with contact points. It will cause excessive pressure on the contact points.
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When connecting a lead to a separate collar, do not allow it to put pressure on the training collar.
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Wash the dog’s neck area and the contacts of the collar weekly with a damp cloth.
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Examine the contact area daily for signs of a rash or a sore.
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If a rash or sore is found, discontinue use of the collar until the skin has healed.
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If the condition persists beyond 48 hours, see your veterinarian.
