I have seen an advert in Dogs Today magazine for a collar which has a remote activated spray to deter unwanted behavior and thought it was a brilliant idea if it works, anybody have any information on this product.
Thanks.

Used according to instructions it works realy well, I have found the problem is sorted in one or two sessions, suppose it depends what it is being used for, it is very expensive, so the problem to be tackled would have to be difficult to deal with in any other way, or you would need to be the owner of a number of dogs and be buying the equipment for continued use. Or of course have no cash flow worries, we should all be so lucky. :D

Hi

These citrus spray collars as opposed to the electric shock collars do look really good and get good reviews - but they are as Jackie says very very expensive as are the refill sprays. If you have a problem- it could be worth asking around to see if you have a local behaviourist who might use these and be willing to loan it out. Could also ask at your local vet's. It's not something I've heard of but is something I've often thought ought to happen. Again as Jackie says - it's not as though it's something you "should" need for very long - so hiring or borrowing would seem to be a reasonable approach:-) imho

Don't make the mistake that these collars work miracles without any work from you, they really need to be used properly and in the correct situations. The best way is to have help, and to set up the situation that causes the unwanted behaviour and for you to be in a position to praise and reinforce the correct behaviour.

My dog club has one which is very occasionally used on a dog in class, with an additional instructor on hand to give one to one advice to the owner. If it appears to help then the owner is allowed to borrow it for a week. It does appear to work well, but only as I have said if carefully used.

Joan
Take the rough with the smooth

Just a couple of points, these collars will spray water too, in fact they are supplied with water. I think anyone with a interest in dog behaviour and able to read the enclosed instructions should be able to get satisfactory results with these collars. I belive some trainers do offer the collars for hire. Would suggest contacting the Company of Animals who may be able to help with list of trainers who either hire or use the collar

Hi

I echo other's opinions in that it really does depend on what the problem is, and why it is occurring.

I have seen it used successfully on a barking Westie, without distress to the animal, in class. Suddenly we could all hear what the instructor was talknig about LOL!!!

However the dog was not stressed or anxious, if that had been the case th ecollar would not have been used.

It is also not a good idea to use on on, say a dog home alone which barks, usually the dog gets used to it after a while. Also the original problem hasnot been addressed - anxiety, loneliness,, frustration or boredom etc.

It is best used as a distraction, but have a training plan so that once the dog is distracted, you then ask it to do something. Otherwise the dog learns nothing an dthe device is ignored after a few tries.

The collar can not be used on a dog that has been left alone, the trainer/owner has to be there to trigger it. On the probs. I've used it on I have never had to use it more than twice, sorry in the case of barking in the car, three times.

Hi there Jackie

I was thinking of the Aboistop rather than the Masterplus which I think is the remote controlled one you mention. The Aboistiop works on its own I believe, unless I'm going barmy. (Which is a distinct possibility!)

I'd be really interested to know what else the collar worked for, if you don'tmind me being nosey :)

Best wishes
lindsay

Masterplus is the remote radio control one and Aboistop works in response to noise.
I have not had my masterplus long but have found it very usefull, particulaly in situations when I am too far away to stop the behaviour by any of the more usual means. Think I may bore everyone else to death if I list the uses on here, but will be happy to e-mail you. I see you have left your address and I'll try to mail you in the morning if you wish.

Hi Jackie

Yes please if it's not too much trouble!!

Thanks
lindsay

I've seen this collar used by my obedience trainer on a noisy dog in class, - the dog concerned quickly shutup! It's a good idea, being able to hire one isn't it?

as an alternative aversion therapy tool, have you considered John Fisher's training disc. which I think are a kinder and most definately cheaper option. The introduction of the disc is very important and then how you use them in the unwanted behaviour. I have used them with my male GSD for barking at other dogs while he was in the car and his 'attitude' towards other dogs if he was on a lead and they were off. Once I had introduced them to him which took about 20 minutes I used them in the above situations and on both problems I only had to produce them twice. Problems solved.
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