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To Test the Vibration Bark Control Collar
1. Begin with the Collar in the OFF position.
2. Turn to the ON position until the LED shows Orange.
3. Immediately turn to the OFF position after seeing the Orange LED.
4. Turn to the ON position. The LED will flash Orange and you are now in test mode.
5. Blow into the microphone and the Orange LED will flash to indicate that the microphone is working.
6. Scratch lightly between the Vibration Points to indicate the vibration is working.
7. If the LED light does not flash and there is no vibration, ensure that the battery is properly
installed, and/or replace the battery. If there is still no response, contact the Customer Care
Center at 1-800-732-2677.
8. Turn OFF to end the test mode. The test mode will also time out after 30 seconds and resume
normal operation.
What to Expect During Use of the Vibration
Bark Control Collar
Important: Do not leave your dog alone the first few times he receives a
Vibration Correction.
Place the Bark Control Collar properly on your dog and wait nearby until he barks. Most dogs will
understand very quickly that the Bark Control Collar is disrupting their urge to bark and will relax
and stop barking. Because the Vibration Correction from the Bark Control Collar may be surprising
or startling at first, some dogs may bark more at the initial correction.
On rare occasions, a dog may get into a bark-correction-bark-correction cycle. If this happens,
reassure your dog with calm, soothing tones. As your dog relaxes, he will understand that if he
becomes quiet, he will not receive any more Vibration Corrections. The small minority of dogs that
have this reaction will only have it the first time they wear the Bark Control Collar.
You should notice a reduction in your dog’s barking within the first couple of days that he wears
the Bark Control Collar. At this point, it is important to remember the learning process is still not
complete. Dogs will “test” this new learning experience and will increase their attempts to bark.
This usually occurs during the second week a dog wears the Bark Control Collar. If this does occur,
remain consistent and do not alter your use of the Bark Control Collar. You must place the Bark
Control Collar on your dog in every situation when you expect him to be quiet. If your dog is not
wearing the Bark Control Collar, he may resume barking and his learning would suffer a setback.
To Prevent Skin Irritation From Occurring
Risk of skin damage.
For comfort, safety and effectiveness of this product,
please ensure that you check the fit of your pet’s collar frequently. If any skin
irritation is observed, discontinue the use of the collar for a few days. If the
condition persists beyond 48 hours, see your veterinarian.
Do not attach a leash to the Bark Control Collar. This can result in pulling the
Vibration Points too tightly against your pets neck. You may put a separate
non-metallic collar on your dog’s neck and attach a leash. Do use a harness
for attaching a leash and/or tags while using the Bark Control Collar.
Please refer to page 2 for additional information.
