DogWatch The BigLeash Owner's Manual
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Summary of Contents for DogWatch The BigLeash
- Page 1 ....... Owner’s Guide ™ ® ........
- Page 2 To make sure that you get the most from your BigLeash Remote Trainer, please follow the instructions outlined in this manual. If you have any questions, please visit our website at: www.dogwatch.com, or call Customer Service at 1-800-793-3436, M-F, 9 , EST.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table Of Contents Important Safeguards ..................2 Getting Started .....................3 Charging the Transmitter and Receiver ..............3 Turning the Transmitter “On” and “Off” ..............3 Transmitter Features....................4 1. Lanyard Loop ....................4 2. Antenna /Range Information ................4 3. LCD Display......................5 4. Correction Level Adjustment ................6 5. -
Page 4: Important Safeguards
Periodically inspect your dog’s neck for irritation due to rubbing. The audible sound used for the BigLeash Remote Trainer is different than the sound used for DogWatch Hidden Fences so your dog will not confuse the trainer signal for the fence signal. -
Page 5: Getting Started
Getting Started Charging the Transmitter and Receiver Collar ULLY CHARGE THE TRANSMITTER AND THE RECEIVER COLLAR BEFORE USING THE FIRST TIME Both the transmitter and receiver use a rechargeable lithium polymer battery. We recommend recharging your batteries every night. To charge the transmitter and/or the receiver, insert the power adaptor plug securely into the charging port. -
Page 6: Transmitter Features
Transmitter Features ® The BigLeash™ Remote Trainer by DogWatch is the only remote trainer with two- way communication between the transmitter and the receiver collar. Lanyard Loop LCD Display Antenna Correction Level Adjustment Dog 1/Dog 2 Switch Correction Button C... -
Page 7: Lcd Display
Do not point the antenna at the dog. Hold the transmitter with the antenna up. Correct Transmitter Position Incorrect Transmitter Position Hold the transmitter away from your body Pointing the transmitter antenna toward with the antenna up for maximum range. your pet will reduce the signal range. -
Page 8: Correction Level Adjustment
This warning signal continues as long as you press the button (up to 8 seconds.) *Vibration is not included in the BigLeash Basic model. Correction Button B [Brief ] Pressing the ‘B’ button sends a brief correction (1 second) to the dog’s... -
Page 9: Switching From Audible To Vibration
LCD screen will blink briefly to confirm the signal has been sent and received. Switching from Audible Mode to Vibration Mode Note: The Vibration feature is not available in the BigLeash Basic model. ™ In BigLeash models that include Good Vibrations , you have the option of using the “A”... -
Page 10: Receiver Features
Receiver Features The BigLeash™ Receiver is attached to a dog collar and receives the commands from the handheld transmitter. The BigLeash Receiver Collar Contact Posts and charging port on the back of The BigLeash Receiver Collar Receiver Features The BigLeash collar is waterproof for all-weather, year-round use. -
Page 11: General Training Considerations
General Training Considerations Understanding the Purpose of Training Training is a method of changing your dog’s behavior. If used properly, your BigLeash Remote Trainer will help you train your dog more effectively. Your remote trainer can be used to train your dog in two ways: To reinforce appropriate behaviors such as “Come”, “Sit”, and “Stay.”... - Page 12 Getting the Most From Your BigLeash Remote Trainer ™ Appropriate and Proper Use As with any training program, appropriate and proper use of the training tools is directly related to the success of the training. The remote trainer is not a short cut or a “punishment” tool. It should •...
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Page 13: Training Basics
Consistency and Timing Consistency is critical for successful training. • Timing of the correction is also critical. The correction must occur at the • time of the behavior. If the behavior is not occurring when the correction occurs, the dog will not associate the correction with the behavior. If you want your dog to stop digging in the yard, the correction must occur while the dog is digging . - Page 14 Your pet will learn to avoid a correction by responding to the audible or vibration warning. See page 7 for instructions to switch from audible to vibration mode. (Note: vibration option not available in the BigLeash Basic model.) The “B” button provides a brief 1 second correction (regardless of how •...
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Page 15: Obedience Training
Obedience Training Obedience Training Basics Plan Your Training for Success Make sure your dog understands basic commands such as “come”, “sit” • and “stay”. If he understands the command but does not always obey, the remote trainer can be used to reinforce the appropriate response to the command (i.e., if he responds appropriately, he turns-off or avoids the correction.) If he does not have a basic understanding of the command, the remote trainer will not be effective. -
Page 16: Behavior Training
• Field Trial Training and Hunting/Sporting Dogs The BigLeash™ Remote Trainer is appropriate for Field Trial Training and hunting/ sporting dogs as well as companion pets. This Owner’s Guide provides only general training examples for common behaviors. There are many books and online guides which cover topics more specific to Field Trial Training and hunting/sporting dog training. -
Page 17: Barking
Barking is a natural part of dog behavior and dogs should be allowed to • bark as a normal part of what they do. Use the BigLeash trainer only to correct barking that is excessive or overly aggressive. It is important to be consistent when correcting your dog’s barking. -
Page 18: Jumping On Furniture
Jumping on Furniture You can train your dog to stay off of furniture; or you can limit your • training to specific furniture. Regardless, it is crucial that you are consistent. Any furniture that is ‘off limits’ should be ‘off limits.’ ALWAYS Timing is important. -
Page 19: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting The Remote Trainer Does Not Seem To Be Working Check to see that both the transmitter and receiver are turned “on”. • Check to make sure the batteries in both the transmitter and the • receiver are charged. Dog Does Not Seem To Respond Check to see that the collar is snug and that the ends of the contact posts •... -
Page 20: Warranty & Repair
DogWatch Inc. determines to be defective. In no event will DogWatch Inc. be liable for any special, indirect, or consequential damages arising out of the pur- chase or use of the product. In no event shall DogWatch Inc.’s liability exceed the purchase price of the product. -
Page 21: Battery Replacement
Warranty Procedures and Guidelines DogWatch Inc. provides a two (2) year limited warranty from the date of pur- chase on both parts and labor for the transmitter and receiver. DogWatch Inc. provides a one (1) year warranty from the date of purchase on parts and labor for batteries. -
Page 22: Adding A Second Receiver Collar (Dog 2)
To use the BigLeash Remote Trainer with two dogs, you must have a receiver collar for Dog 2. The receiver collar for Dog 2 comes with a bright orange collar strap so that you can easily differentiate Dog 1 from Dog 2. - Page 23 To maintain compliance, it must not be collocated or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. DogWatch products are lead-free and compliant with the Reduction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) initiative. ©2009 DogWatch Inc. All rights reserved. 295059 Rev. C 08/09 www.dogwatch.com...
- Page 24 ............If you have questions about any DogWatch product or if you need to locate a local DogWatch representative, please check our website at www.dogwatch.com or contact Customer Service at 800-793-3436, x622. ® 10 Michigan Drive Natick, MA 01760 800-793-3436...
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