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FIT THE COLLAR RECEIVER
IMPORTANT
: The proper fit and placement of the Collar Receiver is important for effective training.
The Contact Points must have direct contact with your dog’s skin.
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Please read and follow the instructions in this manual. Proper fit of the collar is important. A
collar worn for too long, or made too tight on the dog’s neck may cause skin damage. This is
called bed sores; it is also called decubitus ulcers or pressure necrosis.
• Avoid leaving the collar on the dog for more than 12 hours per day.
• When possible reposition the collar on the dog’s neck every 1 to 2 hours.
• Check the fit to prevent excessive pressure; follow the instructions in this manual.
• Never connect a lead/leash to the electronic collar; it will cause excessive pressure on
the contacts.
• When using a separate collar for a lead/leash, don’t put pressure on the electronic collar.
• Wash the dog’s neck area and the contacts of the collar weekly with a damp cloth.
• Examine the contact area daily for signs of a rash or a sore.
• If a rash or sore is found, discontinue use of the collar until the skin has healed.
• If the condition persists beyond 48 hours, see your veterinarian.
For additional information on bed sores and pressure necrosis, please visit the Support section
for remote trainers at www.sportdog.com.
These steps will help keep your dog safe and comfortable. Millions of dogs are comfortable
while they wear stainless steel contacts. Some dogs are sensitive to contact pressure. You
may find after some time that your dog is very tolerant of the collar. If so, you may relax some
of these precautions. It is important to continue daily checks of the contact area. If redness or
sores are found, discontinue use until the skin has fully healed.
1. With your dog standing (
2A
),
center the Collar Receiver
so the Contact Points are
underneath your dog’s neck,
touching the skin (
2B
). If your dog
has a long or thick coat, you have
two options to ensure consistent contact: either trim the hair around the Contact Points or
switch to the longer Contact Points included with your system.
• You may need to trim the hair in the area of the Contact Points. Never shave the dog’s neck;
this may lead to a rash or infection.
• You should not make the collar any tighter than is required for good contact. A collar that is too tight
will increase the risk of pressure necrosis in the contact area.
2. The Collar Receiver should fit snugly, yet loose enough to allow
one finger to fit between the strap and your dog’s neck (
2C
).
3. Allow your dog to wear the collar for several minutes, and then
recheck the fit. Check the fit again as your dog becomes more
comfortable wearing the Collar Receiver.
2A
2B
2C
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