PRODUCT SAFETY
Clinical animal safety studies have been designed
and conducted for Tri-Tronics by veterinarians and
physiologists at a major university. The scientific studies
tested for possible cardiopulmonary and epidermal
effects of Tri-Tronics’ electrical stimulation applied to
the ventral surface of the neck of healthy dogs. These
studies showed that there were no clinically significant
changes in electrocardiograms, blood pressures, or
properties of the skin underlying the contact points.
The clinical investigations involved parameters of
electrical stimulation (e.g. maximum output voltage,
output impedance, current density, and repetition rate)
that were basically the same as the Companion. The
safety of the Companion is strongly supported by the
scientific, clinical data.
The Companion has two independent circuits that are
designed to inhibit excessive electrical stimulation.
One is located in the transmitter; the other is in the
collar. Like all other parts of our products, these safety
circuits receive special attention in Tri-Tronics’
environmental, reliability, and quality analyses.
NOTE: Your dog should be able to wear the collar
comfortably for long periods of time during the day
or night. However, it is not designed to be worn
continuously. The collar should be removed for several
hours each day to protect against skin irritation that
could be caused by the contact points rubbing against
the neck. Also, take a moment each day to inspect the
dog’s neck for signs of redness or irritation caused by
such rubbing. If signs of irritation appear, temporarily
discontinue use of the Companion on the dog.
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