Understanding The Remote Transmitter; Training Guide; General Tips; Teaching Basic Obedience - Petsafe Remote Trainer PDBDT-305 Operating And Training Manual

Follow the steps below to find your pet's Recognition Level:
1. Press the Tone Only Button for 2 to 3 seconds. If your pet reacts to this, you may use
this button for training. If your pet shows no reaction, go to the next step.
2. Starting at Level 1, press the Stimulation Only Button continuously for 2 to 3 seconds.
3. If your pet shows no reaction, go to the next Intensity Level and repeat the process.
4. Repeat each Intensity Level several times before moving to the next level.
5. YOUR PET SHOULD NOT VOCALIZE OR PANIC. IF THIS HAPPENS, GO BACK TO
THE PREVIOUS LEVEL AND REPEAT THE PROCESS.
6. If your pet continues to show no response at Level 10, check the fit of the Receiver
Collar. If your pet has long or thick hair, replace the Contact Points with the longer
set (available from the Customer Care Center). Then go back to # 2 and repeat the
process. If this still does not yield any results, your pet's hair will need to be trimmed
around the Contact Points.
If all of these steps have been done and your pet continues to show no reaction to the
stimulation, contact the Customer Care Center.

Understanding the Remote Transmitter

To train using the Tone Only Button:
The audible sound emitted by the Receiver Collar can be just as effective as the
stimulation for some dogs. The Transmitter Indicator Light will glow for as long as this
button is pressed. To use this button for training, simply substitute "Tone Only Button"
whenever "Stimulation Only Button" is used in the Training Guide section.
To train using the Stimulation Only Button:
You control the timing of the stimulation being applied to your pet. The stimulation stays
on as long as the Stimulation Only Button is pressed. If this button is pressed longer
than 8 seconds, the Remote Transmitter will "time-out," the Transmitter Indicator Light
will turn off, and stimulation will no longer be delivered to your pet. This is a safety
feature in the Remote Transmitter. If the Remote Transmitter times out, release the
Stimulation Only Button and press it again to deliver stimulation.
Note: For either one or both of these training methods to be effective, they must be
used consistently along with the command you are trying to teach your pet.
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Training Guide

General Tips

• Eliminate one misbehavior or teach one obedience command at a time. If you move too fast
with training, your pet may become confused.
• Be consistent. Correct your pet every time he misbehaves.
• Unless you can supervise him, it is recommended that you restrict your pet from situations in
which he has a history of misbehaving. However, setting up a situation as a training session
can dramatically improve your chances of success.
• If your pet reacts to the tones by hiding or acting fearful, redirect his attention to a simple and
appropriate behavior, such as the "sit" command.
• Pets should be at least 6 months old before using the Trainer.
• Only let responsible family members use the Trainer. It is not a toy!
• Other pets in hearing range will be affected by the training tones. Therefore, training sessions
should be conducted out of hearing range of other pets.
Never use the Remote Trainer to correct or eliminate any form of aggressive
behavior. We recommend you contact your local veterinarian or professional trainer
to determine if your pet might be aggressive. See page 2 for more information.

Teaching Basic Obedience

The "Sit" Command

1. Put a separate, non-metallic collar on your pet's neck ABOVE the Receiver Collar, and attach
a 10-foot leash. Note: Be sure the extra collar does not put pressure on the Contact Points.
2. Hold the leash and the Remote Transmitter in one hand. Keep your other hand free to guide
your pet into a "Sit" position.
3. Press and hold the Stimulation Only Button.
4. Immediately give the "Sit" command while continuing to hold the Stimulation Only Button.
5. Release the Stimulation Only Button as soon as your pet is in position, and praise him.
6. Release your pet from the "Sit" command and play.
7. Repeat Steps 2 through 6.
Note: If your pet breaks the "Sit" command, repeat steps 3 through 6. Keep your pet close to
you while teaching the "Sit" command.
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