Eliminating unwanted behavior, Jumping up, Digging – Petsafe Elite Pendant™ Remote Trainer User Manual

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Eliminating Unwanted Behavior

Jumping Up

Pets typically jump up to get attention. If you do not want your pet to jump on you, then friends or

members of the family should not encourage this behavior. That means every time your pet jumps

on someone, he should be reprimanded or redirected to an alternate and acceptable behavior, for

which he can receive praise. Note: It is best if your pet first understands the “Sit” command.
1. Choose the Intensity Level one step higher

than your pet’s Recognition Level.

2. As soon as your pet lifts his paws off the

ground to jump on you, press the Stimulation

button and give the command “Sit.”

3. Release the Stimulation button immediately

once your pet is sitting, and verbally praise him.

4. If your pet ignores the stimulation, increase

the Intensity Level by 1.

5. Practice this exercise in several different areas

and use different people for distractions.

Digging

It is important to first understand why your pet is digging. Many dogs, such as terriers, were bred

to flush out prey, and digging is very innate to them. Other pets may be digging to find a cool spot

to lie down, or simply out of boredom. Your pet may no longer

have the desire to dig if he is provided with the following:

: A cool, shaded area in which to lie down, and plenty of water.

: An alternate activity, such as a favorite toy.

: Plenty of play, exercise, and attention.

: A yard free from rodents or prey that he may be trying to

flush out.

1. Choose the Intensity Level one step higher than your pet’s

Recognition Level.

2. Place the Pendant

on your pet and wait at least 10

minutes before placing him in the yard. No other people

or pets should be in the yard, as you do not want your pet

to associate the stimulation with anything other than his

digging. Your pet must be securely fenced in or contained

during training.

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