How to train a puppy with a training collar

Training collars, also called electronic or remote collars, can be a useful training tool that can reinforce the commands your dog knows.

In the past, training collars were limited in their ability to adjust the intensity of electronic stimulation, and were often referred to as shock collars, which gave them a negative reputation. Modern remote training collars have signals that can be used before electronic stimulation is applied to warn the dog and require warnings of behaviors such as "stop" or "sit and stay" before electronic stimulation will occur, and it is itself adjustable, Therefore, it can be customized according to the minimum threshold of each dog to obtain a response. If used properly, the training collar will not cause damage to your dog. In fact, it can reduce damage to your dog compared to using traditional negative reinforcement or punishment to prevent or force behavior.

The advantage of a training collar is that your dog associates the stimulus with the bad behavior he is engaged in. You can set up a training collar to instruct your dog and warn him that he is making corrections, allowing him to stop and correct behavior before receiving stimulation. This is a form of reinforcement to avoid stimulation. If the dog participates in stimulation commands or corrects his behavior, This form of training can be very effective and is best combined with other training methods so that minimal stimulation is required.

The stimulus provided is adjustable, but is similar to an electrostatic shock or can even be adjusted to provide a simple vibration to signal your dog and attract attention. Training should be conducted at the lowest level of stimulation to make your dog's response humane and effective, and avoid negative side effects such as developmental aggression or anxiety.

Make sure that your training collar only provides vibration or beeps to warn your dog when a stimulus is about to occur, giving your dog a chance to react and avoid the stimulus. It is recommended that you put the remote control of the collar in the inner or rear pocket so that your dog cannot see it. You don't want your dog to associate you and the remote with stimuli.

Before training, figure out what the minimum setting is, this will cause your dog to react and use the minimum setting. Before using the training collar, use verbal or other instructions as much as possible to direct your dog. Before using the training collar, good obedience should be established, and the collar should be used to reinforce the order or attract the attention of the order.