Anti Bark Collar Guide

Archive for January, 2009

Let me say this.  It is very important for you to put the dog collar on your dog and then consistently do it.  You may feel that you want to take the collar off the dog at night to sleep.  That is fine.  I have no problem with that.  The problem is if one day you put the no bark collar on your dog, it works, and then don’t do it for several days, and then do it, and so on.

The word I am looking for is consistency.

If you do not have it then its not going to work and you are going to be wasting your time and I would recommend that you don’t even buy a anti bark collar.  The reason why I am saying this is because I talked one of my best friends into buying a collar and he is doing just this.

Its pissing me off to no end.  I go over his house everyday and for days I wont see his dog with it on and then it will be on and then it wont.  How in the hell do you think you are going to accomplish anything?  Why in the hell did we go to the pet store when it was -20 degrees outside spend 30 minutes looks for the thing buy it and he not use it right.  Its worthless.

The first day he put the collar on it was working fine.  No problem whatsoever.  His dog barked and it shocked him.  I mean it really got him.  He barked again and it shocked him.  These things work great on pugs, I’m telling you, just great.  If you have a pug then you really want to think about buying an anti bark collar for your pug but YOU HAVE TO BE CONSISTENT.  Don’t put it on your dog and leave it off the next day.  You have to put it on your dog and leave it there for a week.  Its tough love.

I hear questions all the time “do anti bark collars really work” and I say yes the absolutely do.  But you have to know how to use them.  You cannot put the zap collar on your dog and then feel sorry for your dog and take it off then get tired of him barking again and put it back on.  It doesn’t work like that.  You are just going to waste your money.

The dog also learns as time goes by.  The collar will give your dog three beeps.  Three warnings.  After the third beep the collar shocks the dog.

But the problem is that after some time the dog figures it out and barks only twice.  So if the mailman is passing by the dog will give a “bark, bark” and then stop.  This is what my friends dog has learned.  Give any animal time and they will learn how to survive.  Like us.  Like humans adapt so do animals.  Your dog will get used to the warning beeps on the collar.

Don’t go asking for your money back if it does not work.  It does.  Anti bark collars work great.  I promise you that.  I have put these on several dogs and LEFT IT THERE and I have no complaints.  I left it on them for one weeks.  One solid week is all you need.  The gadget will solve you barking problems.  Barking dogs upset the neighbors, your friends even though they will not tell you, and family.

In many places they are passing ordinances giving out fines to owners of barking dogs who cannot keep them silent.  You would be wise to heed the counsel.  Put the zero bark collar on your dog and leave it there.  I hope I have said that enough.

In support of “Responsible Pet Ownership Month” in February, Bark Busters, the world’s largest dog training company, offers guidelines for the estimated 44.8 million dog owners in the U.S. “A dog needs order and leadership from its pack leader, which means that good canine manners start with its owner. Making the decision to become a dog owner comes with responsibility,” said Liam Crowe, CEO and master dog behavioral therapist of Bark Busters USA. “Following these basic but important tips will help your canine companion live a long, healthy and happy life.”

• Get your dog spayed or neutered. Spayed/neutered pets not only live longer and healthier lives, but they also make better companions. The best age to spay/neuter a dog is around five to six months old, at the beginning of puberty. Talk to your vet about the right time for your dog.
• Provide proper identification. Your dog should always wear an I.D. tag with your name, address and phone number. Getting your dog microchipped gives an added layer of protection and increases the chances that he will be returned to you if he is lost or runs away.
• Get training to help you understand your dog. Knowing your dog’s unique temperament and tendencies will help you to better control how he behaves. A well-behaved dog is less likely to upset people and other pets in public places, will be more welcome at gatherings, and will enjoy a better relationship with everyone he meets. Plus, his good manners will reflect positively on you, his responsible owner.
• Schedule regular check-ups with your veterinarian. Choose a veterinarian who shares your medical philosophies and beliefs; then follow his/her recommendations for vaccinations, diet, spaying/neutering, annual check-ups, and other care.
• Make time for your dog. Owning a dog is a big responsibility that takes time and discipline. Make time daily to pet, play with, take on walks, or do other activities with your dog that are fun for both of you.
• Provide regular exercise appropriate for your dog’s breed, age, size, and other unique characteristics. Whether it’s a short walk or a rousing game of fetch, exercise is essential to your dog’s physical and behavioral health.
• Provide shelter for your dog. A crate or doghouse is an ideal place for your dog to rest, sleep, and feel safe. The enclosure should be large enough for your dog to sit, stand and turn around comfortably, but small enough to retain his body heat inside the shelter.
• Travel safely. Keep your dog safe in the car by using a crate or by attaching the dog to a seat belt with a harness. Never let your dog ride free in the back of a pickup truck (he could be thrown into traffic) or allow him to hang his head out of the car window (a danger to his eyes).
• Watch for temperature extremes. Never leave your dog in the car if it is extremely hot or cold outside. Your car is like an oven under the blazing sun and a freezer in the bitter cold.

These tips are offered as a public service by Bark Busters Home Dog Training and are based on the experience and expertise of its worldwide network of dog behavioral therapists. Bark Busters dog behavioral therapists are renowned authorities in understanding, correcting and managing dog behavior.

About Bark Busters

Bark Busters, the world’s largest, most trusted dog training company, started in Australia in 1989 and came to the United States in 2000. Since inception, over 500,000 dogs have been trained worldwide using its dog-friendly, natural methods. With 250+ franchised offices in 42 states and more than 400 offices in 10 countries, Bark Busters is continuing its mission to build a global network of dog behavioral therapists to enhance responsible dog ownership and reduce the possibility of maltreatment, abandonment and euthanasia of companion dogs. Bark Busters is the only international dog training company that offers guaranteed lifetime support. SPCA International selected Bark Busters dog behavioral training services as the “Best of the Best” in its category. No other training company or dog trainer received such a distinction.