Proper Use of an Electronic Dog Training Collar

The electronic dog training collar is one of those training devices that, when used improperly, can be cruel. However, if you know how to use your electronic dog training collar properly, you will find that you can train your dog to perform a number of tricks and behaviors quickly and easily.

The Temptation

When you are having trouble getting your dog to do what you want, you may immediately start looking at collars. When you find the electronic dog training collar you like, you will be tempted to throw it on him and shock him with an electric current every time he does something you don't like. However, for the collar to work, you have to use it the right way.

Condition

Without being properly conditioned, your dog will have no idea why a shock just hit him. He will be scared and is, frankly, likely to do more wrong as a result. To be effective, you must condition your dog. Before you use an electronic dog training collar, you must condition your dog to understand what you are asking of him. Train him first in positive formats by telling him a command and praising him when he does it correctly.

Find the Right Setting

With your electronic dog training collar, make sure you read reviews and get one you can adjust the setting on. Find a setting where your dog is uncomfortable from a very mild shock and not more than that. He should not yelp or be scared, just uncomfortable. Once you have found such a setting, never go above it. You can then use the shock to increase response time. Give your dog a command and his uncomfortable shock that will go away as soon as he follows the command. In such a case, you are using this training tool properly.

Using an electronic dog training collar to teach your dog new behaviors can be very successful if done properly. However, if you do not use it right or get the wrong one you may find that your collar does far more harm that good for your canine companion. Check reviews of collars and be sure to follow the above tips and you will soon be on your way to effectively training your pooch.

Dharmendra Zala is the webmaster of a training a dog website providing tips and advice on puppy training tips, obedience training and more.

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