Petsafe Elite Big Dog Add-A-Dog® Extra Receiver Collar - Manual (Page 20)

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Eliminating Unwanted Behavior
Jumping Up
Pets typically jump up to get attention. If you do not want your pet to jump on you, then friends or
members of the family should not encourage this behavior. That means every time your pet jumps
on someone, he should be reprimanded or redirected to an alternate and acceptable behavior, for
which he can receive praise. Note: It is best if your pet first understands the “Sit” command.
1. Choose your pet’s Recognition Level.
2. As soon as your pet lifts his paws off the ground
to jump on you, press the Stimulation button and
give the command “Sit.”
3. Release the Stimulation button immediately once
your pet is sitting, and verbally praise him.
4. If your pet ignores the stimulation, increase the
Intensity Level by 1.
5. Practice this exercise in several different areas
and use different people for distractions.
Digging
It is important to first understand why your pet is digging. Many dogs,
such as terriers, were bred to flush out prey, and digging is very innate
to them. Other dogs may be digging to find a cool spot to lie down, or
simply out of boredom. Your pet may no longer have the desire to dig if
he is provided with the following:
: A cool, shaded area in which to lie down, and plenty of water.
: An alternate activity, such as a favorite toy.
: Plenty of play, exercise, and attention.
: A yard free from rodents or prey that he may be trying to flush out.
1. Choose the Intensity Level 1 higher than your pet’s Recognition Level.
2. Place the Receiver Collar on your pet and wait at least 10 minutes
before placing him in the yard. No other people or pets should be in
the yard, as you do not want your pet to associate the stimulation
with anything other than his digging. Your pet must be securely
fenced in or contained during training.
3. From a window or area where your pet cannot see you, wait until
your pet begins to dig.
4. While your pet digs, press the Stimulation button and release it
when he stops digging. Only press the button while your pet is in
the act of digging, and do not say anything to him.