Has anyone had long-term success? We bought a bark collar and it worked great for a few weeks then... If so how long?
757411
Friend of mine has had hers for over two years, the good news it works with 9 volt so they last a bit and are much cheaper than the bark collar batteries.
338009
It seems it really depends on how sensitive your dog is to sound, and it's reason for barking in the first place. I bought ours when we brought a new dog into the home and she had separation anxiety. We only needed to use the unit a few times before she stopped barking. Whether the cessation came from using the unit or from her settling in, is hard to say. But when the unit was turned on and she barked, the response was immediate and obvious.
69977
I know this is an old question but I have a 70# Bouvier pup that used to pull on the leash and his prong collar is working like a champ. You might just want to enlist a trainer to help get you started with it.
1452107
i am wondering the same thing. have you tried this as a substitute for the pet convincer? and how has it worked for you?
58775
I used this on a rescue that came here - he barked constantly. Its very effective. In fact, after a few weeks, I stopped using it at all. I corrected him and the collar corrected him and he "got" it. I don't even know where I put the collar because I didn't need it after a few weeks. WELL worth the price. I highly endorse this product. I have 6 dogs.
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No, it will only work with a bark. I would recommend a remote control collar. We purchased one for around $50 that allows us to use a remote to activate a loud tone, a rattle, or a small shock. I think that would work better for whining. Good luck!!
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Our collie is almost 5 years now. They are just a talkative breed. I read some feedback about issues with the collar shocking the dog and causing burns that required vet care. It kind of ended my interest in using the collar. I can't recommend something which could cause injury to dogs. it did work when we used it years ago. Now, we mire or less redirect our dog by bringing him in the house, or yelling at him to stop the barking. I appreciate that he barks if there is reason for him to such as when someone rings the doorbell or comes to the door.
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I have a lab. I tried shaking a pebble can, a dog whistle, and the "spray" collar. All worked temporarily. With this electric collar he is able to give 1 or 2 warning barks but he is not able to do the continuous nuisance barking. I have been told by others that they have needed to leave it on indefinitely only with the battery removed. Our guy is very stubborn and we have not reached that point yet. We have used this product for a year now, and everyone is pleased with the results.
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I don't think it is a good option for you. I used it on my border collie who does a lot of the low barking. It lets the dog bark once or twice before correcting them and as a result, my dog didn't actually learn anything from the device. I actually plan on trying either the dogtra or sport dog bark collar. I've seen them used and they are a lot more accurate in their corrections and can learn from the dog and choose the appropriate correction. This collar is pretty low tech in that department. Good luck and remember, you have 30 days to return it if you aren't happy!
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My experience is that the collar allows the dogs to express themselves quietly -- growls, low unvoiced barks, etc -- and only reacts to a real bark. My dogs quickly learned how much noise they could make with the collar on without setting it off. I think your dog would probably be able to continue growling, unless he growls with tremendous volume.
104821
I use it for a 16 month old Great Dane who weighs 105 lbs, does this help you?It only stops her from barking, I use a prong collar when we are out walking
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My dog is 7 lbs and this collar works great. The only problem is you have to control by remote. So if you are gone all day this will not stop him from barking. You need a barking collar that activates when he barks. Hope this helped
1267021
I have actually bought 3 bark collars for my dog! None of them seem to stop whining. I don't mind whining, because my dogs bark is very high pitched and loud, making my ears ring for weeks if he's close to me and barks. I find a spray bottle w/water works wonders. I've never had a whiny dog (he does whine sometimes w/bark collar on.) The directions all say not to put it on the dog during play; that is when my dog barks the most! I then carry a water bottle, and that does the trick. Perhaps you can try that w/whining.
766491
I have never seen the bark collar. It is really just a nylon collar with the two holes in it. If the bark collar has two where the prongs go I say it will work fine
552994
No. I actually did a lot of research trying to find a "remote controlled bark collar" and it doesn't seem to exist. After a lot of thought about what training I was trying to accomplish, I decided to go with this collar as opposed to a bark collar. With this I could always tap the button if he was barking excessively, and also use the collar for other training. A bark collar was too limited. Good luck!
2000532
We too have a 7lb Yorkie that refused to mind. I tried everything from reading training books, to hiring a trainer, to getting him neutered. As a last ditch effort, we purchased the PetSafe little do remote trainer. I was really concerned about using a "shock collar", but it was a lifesaver. After two weeks and only two tiny "shocks", our Yorkie minds well by using the "tone" feature. This does not deliver and shock, just gives tones that he responds to!!! My only regret is that we didn't get one sooner.
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Remember first, this is a training device not a cure all. You should remove the collar when in the home or if you are around to supervise her actions. Don't leave it on the dog turned off, this defeats the purpose. You and your children need to set aside 10 minutes a day and reinforce the positive result (treats, petting, lavish attention) when the collar is removed so she will still bark when appropriate (intruders, protecting...etc.) but not at certain times. It won't take long for her to associate her behaviors with the collar for certain times. Dogs are very smart and will pick up good, consistent training because you are the leader, the collar doesn't train her, it is only a tool. If you train her behaviors now you will only have to refresh her commands maybe once a week or month so she never forgets. But the collar I used for my cocker spaniel was only needed for 3-4 months. After that she had learned there was no barking at the required time of day (my work hours). I also taught her basic commands (sit, come, stay) and walked her consistently at specific times so she knew what was expected of her. It sounds hard but after a few weeks or months, dogs are conditioned in their thinking as long as YOU take control and it gets easier because they feel more secure.