How to Train a Dog With an Electronic Training Collar

How to Train a Dog With an Electronic Training Collar. Using an electronic training collar can be an effective tool in training your dog to follow your commands. Training your dog with this collar can be easy if you know how to use it correctly.

Step 1

Put the electronic training collar on your dog. Make sure that the collar fits perfectly. A collar that is too loose can slip off the dog's neck easily if it tries to pull away. A collar that is too tight can hurt the dog's neck and be uncomfortable. Attach the leash to the collar.

Step 2

Walk the dog while it is tied to the electronic training collar and a leash. When you are walking, first teach your dog to walk beside you. The dog will always try to move away from you. Pull the dog back and say "heel." If the dog still tries to move away from you after you keep pulling back, set the shock button to the mildest shock and press it. The mild shock is also known as a positive punishment and is usually enough to let the dog feel the unpleasant experience of a shock.

Step 3

Repeat the shock if the dog tries to move away from you again even after the initial shock. However, do not repeat it always. Just press the mild shock button after a few attempts of moving away. You will know that the dog felt the shock if the ears twitch or if your dog begins to scratch the area around the collar. Only use the stronger shock if your dog repeatedly attempts to disobey even after receiving the mild shock.

Step 4

Remove the electronic collar after walking the dog. The ability to learn a command depends on the dog's breed. After learning the "heel" command, you can teach your dog other commands such as "sit" or "lie down."

Warnings

• It will be best to train your dog one obedience command at a time so that it will not be confused. After your dog has already learned the command "heel," you can then proceed to training your dog with another command using the collar.
• It is also important to give your dog words of praises and reward treats every time a command is obeyed.

References

• Pet Education: Electronic Training-Indications and How-to
• Dr. P's Dog Training: The Electronic Collar