Is there a vibration option on this collar?
1123117
There is not a vibration option. There is a bad sound that you use to help train them. You use the bad sound followed by a small shock. Then they know they better listen because after the bad sound comes something worse. The shock level goes from 1-8. There is also a good sound you can use located on the side of the hand remote. You can use that to let them know their behavior is good. Those are the only options though.
1123118
no there is not. There is however, an audible tone before the shock. Only took one shock from this collar on a low setting, now my dog responds to the audible tone, and the shock is never used.
1123119
no, there is an option to shock without sound, or make it beep without shocking the dog... but there is no vibration, though i have actually tested this on myself and the really low levels would barely be felt and might be just enough to get their attention without actually causing discomfort...
1123120
This collar has two tone buttons and a "zap" dial. There is a positive tone to give your dog a positive sound when good behavior is seen and a negative tone when you want to get the dogs attention. I usually only use the neg tone, which gets the dogs attention with noise only. You can change the dial on the "zap" (I don't know what else to call it) from 1 to 10 depending on how stubborn your dog is. I hope this helps.
1123121
The "shock" is more of a vibration and when used on the lowest setting, 1. The options include 3 buttons: there is a normal "beep" without stimulation to be used in training (located on side of remote), then there are 2 larger buttons on the front, one administers beep then shock, the other administers the same beep but without the shock. There are instructions on the best ways to train with these buttons. I use them in that order: warning, 2nd warning, then shock. I don't have to use the shock often, only when she takes off into the woods after a deer.
1123122
No, there is, however a warning button that you can set up to give a series of 'beeps'. I believe that you can also set this collar up to give a praise sound in addition to the warning sound, but I prefer to only use the warning sound since my dog associates ANYTHING that comes from this collar as a form of discipline/warning. The Dogtra IQ collar has a vibration option which we use on our deaf dog to get her attention when she's off leash here on the farm, and that is nice. The IQ's only limiting factor is that it is really for smaller/tender dogs and has to be turned WAY up in order to work on a strong-headed, large dog. The IQ charges in 2 hours, whereas the PetSafe takes well over 8 hours. No, there is, however a warning button that you can set up to give a series of 'beeps'. I believe that you can also set this collar up to give a praise sound in addition to the warning sound, but I prefer to only use the warning sound since my dog associates ANYTHING that comes from this collar as a form of discipline/warning. The Dogtra IQ collar has a vibration option which we use on our deaf dog to get her attention when she's off leash here on the farm, and that is nice. The IQ's only limiting factor is that it is really for smaller/tender dogs and has to be turned WAY up in order to... » Read More No, there is, however a warning button that you can set up to give a series of 'beeps'. I believe that you can also set this collar up to give a praise sound in addition to the warning sound, but I prefer to only use the warning sound since my dog associates ANYTHING that comes from this collar as a form of discipline/warning. The Dogtra IQ collar has a vibration option which we use on our deaf dog to get her attention when she's off leash here on the farm, and that is nice. The IQ's only limiting factor is that it is really for smaller/tender dogs and has to be turned WAY up in order to work on a strong-headed, large dog. The IQ charges in 2 hours, whereas the PetSafe takes well over 8 hours. « Show Less
199957
I don't think a low growl will be enough to set it off. I believe it needs both a vibration and a bark to go off. I've noticed my dog will sometimes still give a low growl when the mailman comes. Plus I only put the collar on during certain parts of the day when I really don't want him to bark. It has been a lifesaver!
745781
This is a problem I had to work out as well. I found that a couple things help keep the collar well-placed. First, if it is too tight the collar will slip to the side and get stuck there. If the collar is slightly loose, gravity will keep the device hanging low. In order to make sure the collar still stays in a position to feel the vibrations, I leave my dogs other (normal) collar on. I place the shock collar above their regular collar (close to the ears) so that it stays higher on the throat. It took some time to adjust the collar properly. I had to play around with how tight the collar was. Even a little change can make a big difference.
1303811
I don't remember this devise having the option of only using the vibrate sensors. If I remember correctly the vibrating is a warning to the dog to stop barking and if the dog continues to ignore the vibrating the shock comes afterward. My husband tried the collar on himself to be sure it wasn't to harsh. He said it was very much like getting a good static shock. It mostly gets your attention with a split second of mild discomfort. I'm sure your dogs personality plays a part also. Different dogs will react differently.
1674003
No vibrate mode. However, there is a tone only mode. My dog learned very quickly that, once he heard the tone, he knew to correct his behavior. Also, I can't even imagine going up to level 8. Level 3 did perfectly fine for my 60 lb. dog, and I really only had to do it a couple of times. Sorry, more info than you asked for, but I have always been against these collars until now. It really worked for me.
125712
It can be. It is preset at the factory on level 2. They feel a little tiny jolt. No screaming or anything likehat. It can however be a shock collar if dialed up high enough. I had to use a higher setting when my dog...( he's 75 lbs) got out of the yard and ran like a maniac. He would not come back on command. So rather than have him get run over in the street the collar literally saved his life. He gave a little yelp turned around and ran back to his yard. This in itself was a miracle. It has proved to be a very good investment. his is not a cruel collar just a training collar. I just use the beep and he responds now. Hope this helped.
165572
Absolutely, but the collar must be charged ever 1 or 2 days. Also, we found that vibrate alone was sufficient for our very unruly beagle.
1982474
Yes. You can use the vibration only. When I started training mine I would give her a couple vibrations before iI would shock her. But she had to get shocked a couple of times before she understood what to do when it vibrated. Now all I use is the vibration function
2049858
hi, no it is adjustable but not for little pups like that....that is a little early for that! i think maybe 6 month would be good on VIBRATION not SHOCK! and expect it to last about 2 months after that it goes dead 1month warranty
1085071
Yes, you have to push the button on the remote for the collar to do anything. It has 4 buttons, one for vibration, one for shock, one for a whistling sound and one for a small flashlight on the end. It is a decent product, just not for my stubborn determined young pit bull.
552992
It's not a bark collar....trust me, I wish it was a combo unit but as a shock/ vibrate collar, it hasn't failed me one bit. Good luck
1312958
Buy a stainless tag and secure it on a collar that doesn't hang loosely on the dog's neck. It sounds like the collar you're using is too loose
701010
Hi Norm - I think this unit would pack too much of a wallop for a little one like that. I have a shih-tzu bichon mix who weighs about 20 lbs or so and the collar seems a little too heavy for her. It may be that you can find one for a smaller dog that wouldn't be so heavy around the neck. I would highly recommend the unit itself as a deterrent and as stated, we have never used the shock feature and the vibration is enough to get her attention and to stop her unwanted barking. Hope this was helpful.
1221883
The one I purchased does both. It isn't a strong vibration, but it does vibrate.
2049921
I have not discovered a vibration and neither has my dog. That being said, the "nick" on low power does not cause the dog any noticeable discomfort but does serve as a warning. I have used the collar for about a month and I seldom have to "stimulate" any more. I would not worry about the pager. This is my second collar and it is far superior to the product I attempted to use before. Hope this was helpful.
1131279
This collar just has one vibration. The vibration is not painful, it literally feels like a cell phone vibrating.
34716
When you are programming the remote to the 2 collars you will be able to set up them up desperately.With the ability to send the vibration to different dogs at different times. I called the customer service number that is included on the box and a very friendly, helpful guy walked me through doing this. Took only a few mins.