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Get The Results You Need With A Citronella Dog Collar

Let me guess ... I bet that you love your pet, but there is only one or two things you'd like to change. It's things like digging, or perhaps jumping over the fence, or what about the barking? One thing you want to think about using to help with this kind of situation is citronella collars. These are rather popular these days as a training method. Let's take a look at the citronella collars a little more closely.

Dealing with these are all common problems, but without the right tools these little "issues" often results in tears and pain for both confused and frustrated owners of the dogs. A citronella dog collar is totally safe and harmless - when your dog misbehaves, a little fog is sprayed, and the fog bothers them enough to stop the dog from the mis behavior, but it is not enough to harm him. There are several educational tools available, and they all focus on citronella collars.

Anti bark collars automatically activate a citronella spray when the dog barks hit a certain volume level. This helps keep the spray from going off for minor sounds the dog makes.. For more control, you can also get collars citronella you trigger remotely. It's much better to use the citronella collar when working with a dog you want to control the very specific problem, such as theft of certain items, or chewing on things.

Virtual barriers and fences are also available with the use of citronella collars. These are great training tools, and that can help you train a dog to stay in a boundary. When the dog gets too close to the border, a sound warning is given from a transmitter as the dog approaches the region covered by the transmitter. Therefore, if he ignores the boundary, then a spray is triggered by his collar. Ultimately, the dog will hear the sound and the sound it is enough to deter him, because he believes the spray coming.

I should mention here that the citronella collars have nothing to do with the "shock" collars that are available on the market. The shock collars are another option to the citronella collar. These collars work in the same manner, except that they will shock the dog in stead of emit the citronella spray. For many, this is seen as an in humane method for dog training.. I am sure that most owners of the dogs prefer a happy and well adjusted and behaved dog, trained in safety and without pain.

Get the results you need with citronella collar, and he will do well. Get your dog to behave and get your life and sanity back!

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How do I find out the brand of electric fence dog collar I have?

I have n electric fence dog collar with no brand name on it. it has an fcc sticker and on it it has "SWR4", "LDT-205", "CAN 2721R-LDT205", and thats it, with a push button on/off and a place that tells you how to replace batteries. How would I tell what fence or brand it goes with?

It is a PetSafe collar. It is basicly junk like the vasr majority of the PetSafe brand products.

If you are interested in an "invisible" fence type of system then read on.

I have had the "invisible" type of fence for over 10 years now.

The "invisible" type of fence is not cruel like some people on this site will tell you. The shock that it gives is mild (and yes, I have been shocked by it). The shock value is immeasurable. The better type of fence systems collars also give a warning beep when the dog gets near the perimeter well before delivering a shock. With proper training the dog will learn quickly where it can and cannot go. Hence it won't get a shock. Most of the people who will tell you that they don't work are ignorant about the fences in the first place or they bought one (maybe a junk one like PetSafe and many others), slapped the collar on the dog and then booted him out the door without training him. And sometimes they are just plain stupid, and you can't fix stupid.

Sometimes a conventional fence is not an option either due to the cost of fencing a large piece of property or because some housing developments have restrictions on fences.

Sometimes a conventional fence will not contain your dog at all. He can go over it or under it.

If you are looking for an Invisible Fence brand fence you will have to contact a local dealer for a price to install it though I can almost guarantee it will be over $1000.00. If you wish to install it yourself (and it's pretty easy to do in 2 - 3 hours depending on the size of your property) it is available online (but not I/F brand).

The "invisible" type of fence consists of three things. First is the wire which is buried an inch or two into the ground. This wire defines the outer perimeter of the containment area. You can also block off areas (flowerbeds, pools etc) within the containment area. Some experimentation may be necessary in this. Second is the transmitter that is mounted to the wall indoors and connected to the fence wire, and third is the collar that the dog wears. The transmitter sends out an AM radio band signal that the collar will sense if your pet gets to close to the electronic field. The collar will then deliver a correction. Some of the better ones will give a warning beep prior to delivering a shock. Though it is a strong shock it will not harm the pet in any way. Small marker flags are placed along the inner edge of the field about 5 to 10 feet apart during the training period and removed (every other one) as the pet gets used to the fence.

Huskies are escape artists. We have 16 of them. The only thing that I have found that they can't go over or under is invisible type fencing. Some folks say that it doesn't work on Huskies. They don't know what they are talking about. You can't buy the cheap stuff, like what they sell at Lowe's or Home Depot or PetSmart etc. The best I have found is the Smart Dog 2100 by Innotek. You can find it on line at several sites, discounted for less than $170.00 with 1 collar. Extra collars are about $80.00. The kit has everything needed including 500' of wire and flags, enough to do a quarter acre. Expansion kits (500' of wire and flags) are available for $38.00 and will contain a bit more than an acre. The collars are rechargeable (unlike the "Invisible Fence" and most others where you have to buy the proprietary (one place to get it = expensive) batteries every 3 or so months), has battery backup for the transmitter, run through prevention, waterproof, etc. if you are in an area that has a lot of thunderstorms I would consider a lighting protection module ($50.00). Innotek now owns Invisible Fence brand. Be sure to use heat shrink type crimp on butt connectors on the wire if needed. They are available at marine supply stores. Do not use the "weatherproof wire nuts" from Lowe's etc. They will not work for long in this application. Use an edger to dig the "trench" for the wire. The wire only has to be buried 1 or 2 inches down. The yard will “heal” within a few days normally. Crossing driveways can be done two ways, wash a tunnel underneath with a garden hose or use a Skilsaw with a concrete blade to cut a groove an inch or so deep, put the wire in and seal it with a concrete sealer. For a gravel driveway, dig a trench an inch or so wide and a a bout 3 or 4 inches deep, lay an old piece of garden hose in the trench and put the wire through. This will protect the wire from the gravel cutting it when run over by a car.

The key is taking the time to train your pet. I have known of people to pay big money to install a fence, strap the collar on their dog and then complain that the fence is junk when the dog blows right through it. Also, you do not mention the breed of dog. Longhaired breeds require a longer contact probe on the collar (these are included with the system above). Training may take awhile, one of ours took 18 months (she was a bit stubborn) before we trusted her, most were pretty good in a month or so and we have one that it only took 3 days! The amazing thing is that we can take the collar off, put them on a leash and when we head towards the perimeter their brakes come on immediately! You can also block off areas of the yard that you don't want them in. When hurricane Isabelle came through we had no power for 3 weeks, the terrain was changed with all the fallen trees, and the underground wire for the fence was damaged and NONE of the kids even tried the fence. As I said earlier, the people who say that it doesn't work don't know what they are talking about. We have 16 Huskies (17 until we lost one over the summer due to medical reasons), all free to run around, contained in our 6 acre yard. And no I am not a dealer ..... just a satisfied customer with 16 hardheaded Huskies most of them rescued as adults. We can leave them outside unsupervised for hours with no problems. However, we do not leave them outside when we leave the house.

It will not keep other animals out including the neighbor’s brats. Neither will a 6 foot stockade fence ... this I learned when I lived elsewhere and was attacked by a neighbors dog in my backyard. As far as people being scared of dogs, well if a 15 to 20 foot barrier field isn't enough, neither would a chain link fence be. Besides, if the pet stays on your property who cares if they are unreasonably scared. As far as a dog running through ... well yes, that could happen, however, with proper training it is unlikely. Huskies have an extremely high prey drive. Where we live we have a lot of wildlife, large and small. The kids will line up along the edge of the field and watch the rabbits, geese, deer etc. They won't challenge the fence. The deer and geese have learned where the kids can and cannot go and will stay just outside "Husky country". Sometimes within 5 feet of the kids. As I said it does work. The key is training. That is the most important part of the installation of the fence.

Some people advocate the “wireless” type of fence. You have little control over the coverage area. The other problem with them is "dead" areas caused by obstructions to the signal by things in your walls, trees and even a parked car. Your dog WILL find these areas.

Others advocate tying a pet out “because “invisible” fences are so cruel!” Or “why do you want to electrocute your dog?”, however, think about what could your pet do if attacked by another animal while tied? Where is he going to go to get away? At least with an “invisible” fence or a conventional fence he has a decent chance of evading an attacker or fighting back.

Please note though ..... you MUST not leave your dog out 24/7 with the collar on. You MUST bring him in at night and remove the collar. If you do not remove the collar he WILL most likely develop sores were the probes contact the skin which can become infected quickly opening a whole new can of worms.

25 years of being owned by Siberian Huskies. I currently have 16 Huskies most of whom were rescued by us from people who didn’t know what they were getting into.

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Garmin Dog Tracking Collar $800 Quick & Simple to Use- just attach it to your dog's collar, and you're ready to track and trek together. Flexible Tracking - get location updates every 5, 10, 30 or 120 seconds Long-Distance Tracking with a Seven-mile Range High Performance Battery Li-Ion Battery - 17 to 48 hours of tracking from a single charge Must Love Dogs The Garmin Dog Tracking Collar is perfect for all dog lovers. Hunting enthusiasts, Fishermen. Hikers, Outdoors, Parks, Dog-Runs, Campers all trust the Garmin Dog Tracking Collar as the most convenient, reliable and easy-to-use GPS dog tracking system. Additional Features: Tough & Rugged- Waterproof in up to 3 feet of water The Garmin GPS tracker can be attached to any standard dog collar Easy-to-spot bright orange collar stands out against dense grass and foliage Collar Lock prevents others from seeing your dogs? whereabouts. Comfortable and Convenient The new Garmin Dog Tracking Collar was designed with your dog's comfort in mind. Made from hypo-allergenic, durable neon-orange polyurethane plastic, the collar expands to fit neck sizes between 9 inches to 22 inches. It has a tough, rugged, outdoor weatherproof design that protects your dog's tracking collar from all the elements, so whether it's raining or snowing, or even your dog gets excited and jumps into a pond or brook to fetch your prize shot- no need to worry. This super-durable collar can handle up to 30 minutes of submersion in a body of water up to three feet deep. Just Attach and Go. Take the system outdoors, Garmin dog-tracking collar to your dog, and you're ready to hunt, hike, camp, or explore together. The GPS unit is conveniently weighted to sit bellow your dog's neck, and requires no complicated setup. Collar-Lock Technology Helps Protect Your Dog From Others in the Field This durable and comfortable dog tracking collar goes where your dog goes.Protect against your dog getting lost with this GPS dog tracking collar that fits most receivers, eliminating the need to put two separate collars on your dog. It comes equipped with the latest Collar-Lock technology, which uses a four-digit PIN number to help prevent others from seeing your dog?s location. High-Performance Battery Life An innovative charging connection with a flashing LED-charging indicator lets you know when the battery is ready to go. You can extend the battery life of the Garmin Dog Tracking Collar by changing the tracking update rate from 5 to 10, 30, or 120 seconds, giving you 17-48 hours in the field on one charge. What's in the Box: Garmin GPS Dog Tracking Collar AC adapter Vehicle power cable Quick-start manual

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Perri's Padded Leather Dog Collar $23.95   Treat your dog to comfort with Perri's Padded Leather Dog Collar.  Amish made soft padded leather collar matches the Perri's Padded Leather Dog Leash along with your favorite equestrian strap goods. Brown collar has solid brass hardware while the black features stainless steel. This collar also available in a custom engraved version.

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