Archive for February, 2010
Characteristics of Companion Dog Breeds
Companion Dog - Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Every breed was created for a reason, and the companion dogs are no exception. Their job is to keep people company, perhaps the most important work a dog can do.
Some are miniaturized versions of working dogs, and some were created solely as beautiful lap dogs–but without exception, they are all dog. The tiniest of them have no idea that they aren’t as big or strong as other dogs, and they have the heart and courage of a Mastiff concealed in their small bodies.
That’s an endearing quality, but it also means they need to be protected from themselves. Often they’ll take on bigger dogs or even human intruders and can easily be injured or killed for their trouble. This is where it is sometimes necessary to use a remote dog training collar.
In size they range from tiny four-pounders to sturdier 20- to 40-pounders. As a group, they’re housedogs, unsuited to living outdoors. Their main goal in life is to be with their people, and they’ll wilt if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
PetSafe Venture Series Long Range Trainer
PetSafe Long Range Dog Trainer
Wherever you go, your pet is by your side. Train your pet to stay by your side without a leash with the PetSafe Venture Series Long Range Dog Remote Trainer. At the push of a button, your remote sends a signal activating your dog’s receiver collar. He receives a safe but annoying stimulation. He’ll quickly learn the association between his behavior and your correction; in no time, you’ll have a better-behaved pet. These PetSafe Venture Series dog training collars have been proven safe, comfortable, humane and effective for all dog breeds over 40 pounds.
Characteristics of Sporting Dogs
German Shorthaired Pointer
Many of them are multitaskers, but in general, Pointers find and silently point game; Retrievers bring back downed game from land or water; Setters find, point, and sometimes flush–bring out of hiding–game; and Spaniels find and flush game. Sporting dogs have been bred to work closely with people and are highly trainable and generally friendly. The use of dog training collars with this goup can be very useful with these breeds These breeds enjoy long walks or runs and playing fetch. The water dogs among them can’t get enough of swimming.
Sporting dogs have dense, water-repellent coats, which can be short, medium length, straight, curly, or wiry, to protect them in all types of brush and weather conditions. They love people and are well suited to being family dogs if given the necessary amount of exercise.
PetSafe Ultrasonic Remote Dog Trainer
PetSafe Ultrasonic Pet Trainer
The PetSafe Ultrasonic Remote Pet Trainer is a small, hand-held device designed to assist you in the training of your dog or cat. Ideal for correcting misbehaviors, it takes advantage of your pet’s sensitive hearing in the ultrasonic frequency range, beyond the range of human beings. The Ultrasonic Pet Trainer helps you control behaviors that are annoying, destructive, or risky — like jumping, chewing, digging, chasing cars, and ignoring commands. This Ultrasonic Remote Dog Training Collar only needs the transmitter – and No receiver/collar required!
The PetSafe Ultrasonic Remote Dog Training Collar is both gentle and effective — this remote training system uses sound for correction. “Good tones” reinforce good behavior, and “bad tones” discourage “bad” behavior. Use with small dogs and dogs with milder temperaments.
The PetSafe Ultrasonic Pet Trainer has two buttons: Positive Tone for reward, and Ultrasonic Tone for correction. It’s that simple! This has been a popular item to repel unwanted advances from neighborhood dogs.
PetSafe Deluxe Little Dog Training Collar
PetSafe Deluxe Little Dog Training Collar
The PetSafe Deluxe Little Dog Shock Collar is a simple, cost effective way to train your small dog. This Little Dog Training Collar is perfect for dogs weighing 5 lbs. r more and utilizes the newest in Nano technology. This is the smallest shock collar available on the market today. The PetSafe Deluxe Little Dog Shock Collar allows you to correct your dog with either a tone only or a static correction. Using the PetSafe Deluxe Little Dog Shock Collar allows you the ability to eliminate unwanted behaviors such as jumping, digging, or any other unwanted behaviors.
With 8 levels of stimulation the PetSafe Deluxe Little Dog Shock Collar gives you a wide range of static correction to use in effectively training your dog, and with a range of 100 yards it ensures that your dog will be trainable even if he are not close to you. The PetSafe Deluxe Little Dog Shock Collar comes with a complete Training Guide to help you make the most of your training sessions.
Nothing Like a Deaf Dog
My husband and I got a Dalmatian not knowing that they are prone to hearing problems. Despite the clever cartoons and their unique appearance, Dalmatians can be quite a handful. But thanks to a Petsafe bark collar, we were able to quiet her down without having to use other techniques. Anyone who owns a dog can tell you that ending persistent barking can be quite a challenge, especially when the dog can’t hear.
We don’t have to worry now, though. Since getting the bark control collar, the barking has subsided without harming her health. Her overall happiness seems to have improved as well, no doubt a result of the extra attention she gets now that she’s not barking 24/7.
PetSafe Venture Series Big Dog Trainer
Wherever you go, your pet is by your side. Train your pet to stay by your side without a leash with the PetSafe Venture Series Big Dog Remote Trainer. At the push of a button, your remote sends a signal activating your dog’s receiver collar. He receives a safe but annoying stimulation. He’ll quickly learn the association between his behavior and your correction; in no time, you’ll have a better-behaved pet. The PetSafe Venture Series Remote dog training collars have been proven safe, comfortable, humane and effective for all dog breeds over 40 pounds.
PetSafe Yard and Park Training Collar
PetSafe Yard and Park Trainer
The PetSafe Yard and Park Shock Collar has proven safe, comfortable and effective for all pets over 8 pounds. The Yard and Park Dog Training Collar assists you in controlling your dog and at a range up to 400 yards. The PetSafe Yard and Park Shock Collar offers you more value than any other dog training collar available. The PetSafe Yard and Park Shock Collar looks good and feels good in your hand. Best of all, It Works!
The PetSafe Yard and Park Shock Collar is a rugged and excels in all environments. It has both a waterproof Transmitter and Receiver. The PetSafe Yard and Park Shock Collar provides a long 1/4 mile of range! This is a Dog Training Shock Collar the way you’d design it! Plus it’s Rechargeable Receiver & Transmitter Battery means you will never have to buy batteries again! This dog training collar has eight levels of correction and a low battery indicator. A complete, comprehensive training manual shows how to properly use The PetSafe Yard and Park Dog Training Collar.
PetSafe Rechargeable Spray Remote Trainer
PetSafe Spray Remote Dog Collar
The PetSafe Rechargeable Spray Remote Trainer is safe, comfortable, effective for any size pet and has no secondary side effects such as pain or fear. The Spray Remote Trainer uses Distracting Lemon Mist to correct your dog’s behavior. Plus it’s Rechargeable Receiver & Transmitter Battery means you will never have to buy batteries again!
The hand held remote controls a spray collar worn by your dog. You may choose from 4 levels of spray, as well as sound tones to reinforce your training. To use this dog training collar, simply interrupt (spray) your dog while he is in the process of misbehaving. After receiving a few sprays your dog will avoid bad behavior in order to spare himself another spray. The spray is a lemon fragrance that dogs find unpleasant. It dissipates quickly, and is completely safe for humans and pets.
Both the Transmitter and Receiver are waterproof and submersible. The PetSafe Spray Remote Dog Training Collar includes the remote, the receiver collar, charging unit, lanyard, lemon spray can, and instructions.
Selecting the Right Training Collar
When you’re first training your new puppy, it’s important that you have selected the right collar for both you and the dog. In terms of the collar working for you, you should make sure that it’s easy to use. It should clip and adjust easily, and it should be made of a durable material. In this way, you won’t have to keep running out and purchasing a new collar when your old one gets destroyed.
But with dog training collars, the most important thing to keep in mind is that the dog is entirely comfortable. The material shouldn’t irritate or otherwise both your dog’s skin. You should also take the time to make sure you’ve selected the right size collar. Too small or too tight, and the collar won’t be fully effective for your dog. And don’t forget to look around and do your research. A high quality training collar will definitely serve you better in the long run.