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DogWatch Performance Series Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 H I D D E N F E N C E S ERFORMANCE ERIES ’ WNER UIDE...
  • Page 2 Not only can you contain your dog in your yard, you can also keep him out of your garden or swimming pool. DogWatch can also be attached to an existing fence to keep your pet from jumping over or digging under it.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Resetting The Battery Reminder Feature..............7 User Programmable Features ..................8 Receiver and Transmitter Settings................9 How the DogWatch Hidden Fence Works ..............10 How the DogWatch Hidden Fence is Installed............11 Important Reminders ....................12 Pet-Friendly Containment Training ™ Your Dog’s Response To Stimulation................13 Dog Personalities & Traits ..................13 Creating the Right Environment..................13...

  • Page 4: Important Safeguards

    DogWatch Dealer. Attempting to service the system yourself may invalidate the warranty. The DogWatch Hidden Fence is recommended for dogs six (6) months or older. Your Dealer will recommend if a puppy under 6 months old is ready. Keep the collar and the transmitter out of the reach of children.

  • Page 5: Pt4 Transmitter Features

    PT4 Transmitter Features The transmitter sends a coded digital FM radio signal through the boundary wire. This signal can be adjusted, allowing you to control the “hidden fence” around your property. Training Rate Mode Switch Adjustment Range Control Power On/Off Range &...
  • Page 6 Range Control on the transmitter. The recommended signal range (on each side of the wire) is 6-10 feet. Your DogWatch Dealer will adjust the range according to the personality and traits of your dog. Consult your DogWatch Dealer before making any adjustments yourself.

  • Page 7: R7 And R9 Receiver Collar Features

    Zone, the receiver will react — and correct — within 1/8 of a second (.125). Automatic Shutdown: The DogWatch system is designed to protect your dog from an over-correction in the unlikely event that your dog gets caught in the signal field. If your dog does not exit the signal field, the receiver will automatically stop correcting after 15 seconds —...
  • Page 8 Dealer. Your DogWatch Dealer will determine the correct set based on your dog’s coat, neck shape, and skin sensitivity. The posts must make contact with the skin in order for the dog to feel the correction.

  • Page 9: Batteries

    Batteries IMPORTANT: The use of any battery other than a battery authorized by DogWatch Inc. can cause erratic operation of the Receiver or could cause permanent damage. The use of any unauthorized battery will void the warranty on the receiver.

  • Page 10: User Programmable Features

    Level 6 (high), and Level 7 (extra high). When the receiver is first shipped from the manufacturer, it will automatically be set to Training Level 2 (low). Changing the Receiver Settings Your Dogwatch Dealer will start the training on the appropriate level according to your dog’s personality and traits. If you need to change the training level on the receiver, hold the magnet on your ‘multi-tool’...

  • Page 11: Receiver And Transmitter Settings

    Setting 2 or 3 and a receiver Training Level 3, 4 or 5. Sensitive or small dogs that train easily respond best to lower rate settings and lower training levels. If your dog is not responding to training, your DogWatch Dealer will adjust your system to a higher training level.

  • Page 12: How The Dogwatch Hidden Fence Works

    How the DogWatch Hidden Fence Works The boundary wire creates the perimeter for the DogWatch Hidden Fence System, and can enclose any area up to 200 acres. It is buried at least 3 – 4” beneath the surface of the yard or can lie on top of the ground (e.g.: in wooded or rocky areas).

  • Page 13: How The Dogwatch Hidden Fence Is Installed

    How The DogWatch Hidden Fence is Installed Transmitter Outside Wall Inside Wall HIDDEN FENCES POWER RANGE Surge Protector Zip Cord PowerPak Ground Wire (optional) POWER Ground Wire Power Supply Ground Twisted Wire Boundary Wire DogWatch Performance Series System Components •...

  • Page 14: Important Reminders

    Train your dog as outlined in this manual. Never adjust the transmitter or receiver while your dog is wearing the receiver collar. Troubleshooting If your dog is not staying within the boundary created by the DogWatch ® Hidden Fence System, check the following:...

  • Page 15: Pet-Friendly Containment Training

    Keep in mind that a dog’s personality and traits differ among breeds. Dogs may not exhibit the same personalities and traits within the same breed. Your DogWatch dealer will ask you questions about your dog before training begins. A shy or senior dog may require longer Phase 1 sessions, while a gregarious or easy to distract dog may require a short Phase 1, but longer Phase 2 or 3 sessions.

  • Page 16: Safety And Avoidance Zones

    Dealer has already begun your dog’s first day of containment training. Now it is your turn to continue the training. Be sure to place the DogWatch receiver collar on your dog’s neck before you go outside to begin training. 1. The collar should be worn snugly on the dog’s neck. This is extremely important! 2.

  • Page 17: Containment Training Reminders

    There are many successful training appoaches Play time while training is important that may be used. If you have questions about containment training, please contact your DogWatch Dealer for assistance. PHASE 1 (1-2 days) Audible “Beep” Training (or Vibration) During this phase, the Training Level on the receiver is set to “Audible Only”.

  • Page 18: Phase 2: Introduction To Correction

    Remember: Keep the training sessions to no longer than 20 minutes, once or twice a day. 5. After training, praise your dog and play with him in the Safety Zone for a few minutes, bring your dog into the house and remove the DogWatch collar after about 20 minutes.

  • Page 19: Phase 3: Introduction To Distractions

    Introduction to Distractions 1. Put the receiver collar on your dog at least 20 minutes before going outside. 2. Clip on the green DogWatch training lead and take your dog outside and play a few minutes in the Safety Zone.

  • Page 20: Phase 5: Letting Your Dog Off The Leash

    1. Put the DogWatch receiver collar on your dog at least 20 minutes before going outside to train. 2. Clip on the green DogWatch training lead to your dog’s regular collar and take him outside and play a few minutes in the Safety Zone. Remove the training leash and let him run freely in the yard.

  • Page 21: Training Tips

    Training Tips 1. Never call your dog to “come” or give a recall command when you are outside the flag line. 2. Never walk your dog through the flags during the training process. 3. Always reinforce the retreat concept by shaking the flag while saying “Watch out!” and commanding “back-back-back”...

  • Page 22: Warranties

    (c) mail product back, insurance and postage prepaid, to DogWatch Inc. at the address above. Dogwatch Inc.’s sole liability under this warranty will be to repair or replace, at its option, any product or part which 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 purchase or use of the product.

  • Page 23: System Maintenance Record

    System Maintenance Record TRANSMITTER SETTINGS Rate Mode Range R7 Batteries must be replaced every 6 months. Replacement battery: 3.0 Volt (1/3 N) Lithium. R9 Batteries must be replaced every 24 months. Replacement battery: 3.6 Volt Lithium. PET NAME RECEIVER SETTINGS BATTERY HISTORY Receiver Setting Battery Type...
  • Page 24 Customer Service at 800-793-3436, x622 or visit the DogWatch website at www.dogwatch.com and click on “Locate a Dealer.” DogWatch, DogWatch logos, Performance Series, and SafeLink are registered trademarks of DogWatch Inc. FastReact, AutoMemory, Pet-Friendly, PowerPak, Scoot, GroundsKeeper, HouseKeeper, It’s All About Your Dog, Surrounding Pets With Freedom Since 1990 and Simply The Best...

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