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Intensity Selection TipsE-Collars.com. Save money on the Intensity Selection TipsThe correct intensity for training is normally one that will motivate the dog, but not overwhelm him. Dogs are like people in that they all have individual sensitivity levels. Also, different types of training call for different levels of intensity. So it's wise to test your dog to find the correct intensity level before you start training.Do Not Leave A Tri-Tronics Collar On A Dog All The TimeThe collar should not be left on the dog for more than ten hours at a time. Leaving a Tritronics collar on a dog continuously can cause skin irritation (from rubbing).Inspect your dog's neck regularly; some dog's skin is more sensitive than other dog's, and more prone to become irritated. If irritation develops, leave the collar off the dog until the condition has cleared up. Consult your Owner's Manual for additional information.
Finding the lowest intensity in your collar modelTo perform the sensitivity test, you should start with the lowest level of intensity and work up. How you achieve the "lowest level of intensity" depends on your collar model. Adjusting intensity generally includes two types of adjustment.First, there is an adjustment to the basic intensity of the collar, using variable contact points, plugs, or a rotary selection knob on the transmitter, depending on model. Second, there are "low, medium, and high" levels of this basic intensity, achieved with different transmitter buttons. If you aren't sure of your model's features, check your Owner's Manual, or call TRITRONICS Customer Service Department at 1-800-456-4343. Test procedureAfter setting your collar intensity at its lowest possible level, wait until your dog is not paying attention to you or to anything else. Then press the lowest possible continuous stimulation button. Watch the dog's expression. You want to see him cock his ears, or quickly move his head. He may have a quizzical expression on his face.This tells you that the dog has felt the stimulation but is not overwhelmed by it. If you see no reaction at all in the dog, increase the intensity by one level and repeat the test. Work your way up through the different intensities until you find the one that makes your dog react as described. If your dog overreacts (vocalizes) when you press the button, or starts to act worried, you have selected a position that's probably too high for introductory training. When you test your dog's physical sensitivity to stimulation, he should not be distracted by anything and you should not give him any command when you press the button. If he is distracted or trying to obey a command, you won't be able to accurately "read" his reactions to the mild stimulation. When to increase or decrease intensityYou may wish to increase the intensity of stimulation during training if (1) the dog is not responding to the corrections, particularly when he is distracted, (2) you use the momentary buttons instead of continuous for most of your training, or (3) you are using the Remote Trainer to stop the dog when he is chasing something.You may wish to decrease the intensity of stimulation during training if (1) the dog appears to be becoming concerned or anxious when corrected, (2) you are correcting the dog when he is not very far away from you, especially when he is not distracted or excited, or (3) the dog frequently overreacts (vocalizes) when he is corrected. BROWSE NEXT: General Pointers for Stopping Misbehaviors |
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