How Do You Use An Electric Dog Training Collar?
Electric collars, or “shock” collars, are used to correct your dog’s behavior. The shock is administered when she behaves badly until she obeys your commands. Although animal advocates are often opposed to these types of collars, they have various levels of stimulation and can be adjusted according to the reaction of your dog. It can be as low as a slight tingle or a shock you might get when you pick up static from a carpet and then touch someone. You can find the appropriate level by turning it up slowly. You only need enough stimulation that the dog can feel it. Find the appropriate level for your dog. Start at the lowest “shock” level and gradually increase it until you see a reaction from your dog. You want her to react, but she should not physically jump from the jolt. It will be obvious when it has her attention when she “starts” and looks around to try to determine where it came from. Take your dog for a walk and watch for behaviors you want to correct. For example, he may start
