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DogWatch The Big Leash Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 ® OW NER ’S GUIDE...
  • Page 2 R E M O T E T R A I N E R ™ At DogWatch, Inc., “It’s all about your dog.” Whether you own one of our BigLeash Remote Trainers or one of our great Hidden Fence products, you can be assured that you have purchased the most technologically advanced pet containment and pet training products available.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table Of Contents Important Safeguards ..................2 Getting Started .....................3 Charging the Transmitter and Receiver Collar ............3 Turning the Transmitter and Receiver “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

    If you have questions about your BigLeash Remote Trainer, visit our website - or - contact Customer Service at 1-800-793-3436, Monday-Friday, 9 am-5 pm. WARRANTY REGISTRATION To activate Warranty coverage, register online at: www.dogwatch.com www.bigleash.com - or - HE SUCCESS OF ALL TRAINING REQUIRES REPETITION CONSISTENCY...

  • 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 the receiver use a rechargable lithium polymer battery. To charge the batteries, plug the power adaptor into an electrical outlet and insert the other end securely into the charging port.

  • Page 6: Transmitter Features

    Transmitter Features ® The BigLeash Remote Trainer is the only remote trainer with two-way communication between the transmitter and the receiver collar. Lanyard Loop LCD Display Antenna Correction Level Adjustment Collar 1/Collar 2 Correction Button C (Continuous) Correction Button B (Brief) Correction Button A (Audible / Vibration) On/Off Alignment Markers...

  • Page 7: Lcd Display

    LCD Display The LCD display on your transmitter lets you know your system is operating properly. The LCD display illuminates briefly when the transmitter is turned on or when one of the command buttons is pushed. Collar /Collar Icon Indicates which collar is receiving the signal when working with 2 dogs. Collar 1 Collar 2 Receiver...

  • Page 8: Correction Level Adjustment

    4. Correction Level Adjustment Use the L and M buttons to The correction levels can be adjusted up or the right of the LCD screen down by pressing the correction level to adjust the correction level. adjustment buttons. Start at level 1 and increase the intensity level until you notice a reaction from your dog;...

  • Page 9: Switching From Audible To Vibration

    Switching from Audible Mode to Vibration Mode With the BigLeash, you have the option of using the “A” Correction Button for either an Audible signal or a Vibration signal. The mode you select will depend on your dog and your personal preference. When working with 2 dogs, the two collars are set independently.

  • Page 10: Receiver Features

    Receiver Features ® The BigLeash Receiver is attached to a dog collar and receives the commands from the handheld transmitter. Battery Status Light The BigLeash Receiver Collar Contact Posts and charging port on the back of The BigLeash Receiver Collar 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: 1.
  • 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 •...

  • 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 Preparing to Use the Remote Trainer Fitting the Receiver Collar Before you begin training, be sure the receiver collar fits properly. • The collar should be worn snugly on your dog’s neck. • This is extremely important! If the collar is too loose, your dog will not receive the signal.

  • 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

    Behavior Training After your dog understands the basic obedience commands, you are ready to ® begin more specific behavior training with your BigLeash Remote Trainer. All of the general and obedience training basics also apply to behavior training. Behavior Training Basics The Basics of General “Avoidance”...

  • Page 17: Barking

    Examples of Specific Behaviors Training Methods There are several training approaches used by professional dog trainers. When using a remote trainer, some trainers advocate preceeding the correction with a voice command and/or audible/vibration warning; others believe that some behaviors are eliminated more effectively if there is no preceeding verbal command or audible/vibration warning.

  • 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. Note: Neither the transmitter nor the receiver will operate when connected •...

  • 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 purchase 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 (Collar 2)

    Adding a Second Receiver Collar Every transmitter comes with two dog-capability. Your transmitter is pre-set for use with one dog but can easily be programmed for use with two dogs. To use the BigLeash Remote Trainer with two dogs, you must have a receiver collar for the second dog (Collar 2).
  • Page 23 DogWatch, DogWatch logos, BigLeash, and It’s All About Your Dog are Registered Trademarks of DogWatch, Inc. The Consumers Digest logo and Best Buy Seal are Trademarks of Consumers Digest and are used under license. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • 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 P. 800-793-3436...

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