Petsafe Big Dog Remote Trainer - Manual (Page 8)

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To Pair the Remote Transmitter and Receiver Collar
If your Receiver Collar does not beep when the Tone Button of the Remote
Transmitter is pressed, or if you feel the Receiver Collar is not responding
to the Remote Transmitter, follow these steps to pair:
1. With the Receiver Collar off your pet, turn the Receiver Collar on.
2. Place the transmitter into pairing mode by pressing the down (-) button
until the Digital Display shows P.
3. Press the Tone and Stimulation Buttons simultaneously (the orange LED
should be lit) until the collar beeps twice, indicating it has learned the
Transmitter ID.
4. Change the level to 1 Low by pressing the up (+) button on the
transmitter and then press the Tone Button. The Receiver Collar should
emit a tone, verifying that it is paired with the transmitter.
5. If the Receiver Collar does not respond, please contact the Customer Care Center.
Step 4 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 Your Pet the Positive Tone
Before using the Trainer to correct your pet, spend 10 to 15 minutes per day for 2 or 3 days helping him
create the association of the tone with reward and praise. To accomplish this:
1. Push the Tone Button (green) for 2 consecutive seconds.
2. Release the button and immediately reward your pet with verbal praise, petting, or a small food reward.
Spend 3 to 5 seconds on your rewarding.
3. Wait a few minutes and repeat holding the Tone Button for 2 seconds following with praise.
Vary the reward to prevent your pet from anticipating a specific type. This stage of training is complete
when your pet obviously anticipates a reward when he hears the positive tone.