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| Brand | Our K9 |
|---|---|
| Model | Bark Collar |
| Category | Pet Care Product |
| Language | English |
Explains correct collar fit and need for unobstructed air hole for proper function.
Details how the collar responds to successive barks with increasing sonic blasts, beeps, and static shock.
Instructions on adjusting collar length, ensuring prongs touch skin, and verifying a two-finger fit.
Guidance on shortening an excessively long strap by cutting and sealing the end with a flame.
Explains that copper prongs may turn green (patina), which is normal and not harmful.
Instructs to leave the collar on the dog for 24-48 hours without activation for acclimation.
Details how to turn the collar on and select between 'Beep & Shock' and 'Ultrasonic & Shock' modes.
Explains how to test the collar and adjust the sensitivity level using the M and S buttons.
Describes testing the collar's beep and static charge by blowing into the air hole and using the test light.
Explains the collar's reset mode and how to perform the same test in Ultrasonic mode.
Provides guidance on setting sensitivity based on the dog's barking behavior (hyper, normal, lazy).
Instructions on adjusting sensitivity up or down based on the collar's activation response to barks.
Details setting correction levels, starting low and increasing incrementally based on the dog's response.
Addresses prong discoloration and neck color change, reassuring about copper absorption benefits.
Emphasizes supervised training, teaching the dog expectations rather than leaving them to figure it out.
Explains using 'NO' with collar feedback to reinforce that barking leads to discomfort.
Advises saying 'NO' clearly with each bark to help the dog associate the impulse with the verbal cue.
Stresses active teaching for dog understanding, not passive expectation of comprehension.
Mandates regular collar removal for neck inspection and cleaning, starting every 2-3 hours.
Warns against dogs sticking heads out of car windows, as air movement can falsely trigger the collar.
Outlines charging the collar via USB and notes the approximate 4-hour charging time.
Advises daily removal, cleaning, and gentle neck massage to prevent pressure sores.
Instructs to carefully remove and correctly replace the rubber cover for the USB socket during charging.
Warns against chewing, swallowing, and using as a restraining collar, advising vet consultation if swallowed.
Explains potential false triggers and advises removing the collar temporarily if they occur frequently.
Addresses situations where the collar doesn't react, possibly due to standby mode or needing one bark to activate.
Troubleshoots persistent activation, suggesting sensitivity adjustment or checking collar tightness.
Recommends charging the collar once a week, suggesting a convenient time like playtime.
Lists potential reasons for non-activation: dead battery, wrong sensitivity, loose fit, or blocked air hole.
Addresses issues with the collar coming loose, suggesting incorrect assembly or testing slippage resistance.
Explains that if the collar beeps but not vibrates, the battery may be low and needs recharging.
Discusses false alerts, noting dogs learn to distinguish them, and some beeps are acceptable for communication.
Clarifies the collar's intended use is to stop excessive barking, not all barking.