Dog Training; Points; Removing The Contact Points; Training Methods - Garmin PRO 550 PLUS Owner's Manual

1
Select the correct contact point length
for your dog's coat type:
• For dogs with thicker coats, use
the longer contact points.
• For dogs with shorter coats, use
the shorter contact points.
2
If necessary, use the included wrench
to remove the contact points.
3
Twist the contact points into the collar.
4
Tighten with the included wrench, but
do not overtighten.
When you put the collar on the dog, make
sure the contact points are tight against
the neck.

Removing the Contact Points

When you are not training the d g using
stimulation, remove the contact points
1
Use the included wrench
both contact point .
2
Place the cap over he contact oint
holes.

Training Methods

Momentary stimulation: Applies a brief
stimulation when you press the training
key, regardless of how long the key is
depressed.
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Continuous stimulation: Applies
stimulation to the dog the entire time
you press the training key, for a
maximum of 10 seconds. Your
stimulations should typically be much
shorter than 10 seconds.
Tone: Activates an audible tone instead of
stimulation A tone can be used as
either a positiv or negative training
cue epending o your training
pr gram.
Vibration: Applies vibration instead of
stimu tion to the dog the entire time
you pres the training key, for a
maxi um of 10 seconds. The
effectiveness of vibration may vary
based on the dog's temperament and
experience.

Intensity Levels

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The Pro 550 Plus system provides 6
stimulation intensity levels, which increase
sequentially from 1 to 6. Within each
intensity level, you can select low,
medium, and high stimulation using the
training keys (page 9).

Choosing the Correct Intensity Level

1
Set the intensity to the lowest level
(page 9).

Dog Training