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When can I start using a Bark Control or Remote Training Collar?

This question can depend on the size, breed, health and temperament of your puppy. The important part of this question is rather 'At what age will my dog begin to understand the connection between the bark collar and their barking?

We suggest at least 6 months of age, by this time (again, depending on the dog) your dog should be able to make the behavioural connection between the spray, vibration and zap with the action of their barking. Please be aware that puppies do bark as a natural instinct of finding their voice as well as to get our attention if they are hungry, hurt, stuck or upset. This puppy behaviour should not be interpreted as a 'bark control issue'. A simple question to your vet will also help narrow down your choice.

Will a form of e-collar hurt my dog?

E-collars are extremely safe to use and come with extensive user instructions, like any product if these instructions are followed you will have no need for concern! At eDog we aim to take the 'sometimes stigma' our of electronic training devices and assure we only offer the highest quality world wide. Methods such as a citronella spray, vibration or sound would cause no less discomfort than speaking loudly or intimidatingly to your dog or pulling on its lead with the intention to stop it from barking. Shock collars are to provide a stronger and alternative action however this comes at no harm to your dog. Collars such as these are well suited to medium to extra large dogs. Remember, nascence barking is a problem and should not be accepted.

Is A Bark Collar or Remote Training Collar better for my dogs problem?

Bark Control 'Bark Collars' that spray, vibrate or shock are usually left on your dog for a longer period of time in comparison to remote training collars. They are designed to automatically dispense the vibration, shock or spray without human interaction. This form of collar is good for people who need to leave it on their dog whilst at work or are not looking to be on guard for the behaviour around the clock. Hence why this style of training is so specific to barking.

Remote Training Collars require you as the owner to dispense the shock, spray or vibration manually via the remote.

For example, let's name our dog Barney. Barney does not have a barking issue however a rough play problem with other dogs. The owner puts the remote training collar on Barney at the park then watches him play whilst holding the remote in hand. If Barney's play becomes to rough, the owner simply uses the remote to set off the vibration or shock. This way the owner is in control and the specific behaviour can be addressed directly. This kind of behaviour could not be solved with a simple bark control collar.

Remote training collars can be used for barking, however we would suggest for specific/environmental barking as the owner will need to be there with remote in hand. This 'specific barking' would be if your dog has an issue with certain people or objects in day to day life eg: birds, prams, kids.

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