Petsafe Train ‘n Praise™ Treat Dispenser - Manual (Page 10)

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Teaching Your Pet the Audible Tone
The PetSafe ® Train 'n Praise ™ includes an audible tone that can be used for additional
training. The tone is turned on by default from the factory. Using the Handheld Remote
and Treat Dispenser, spend 10-15 minutes a day for a few days to teach your dog the
association. Most dogs quickly learn a treat follows the tone.
1. Before teaching your dog the tone, use the tone switch on the back of the dispenser (see
page 5) to turn the tone off.
2. Place treats/kibble by hand in front of the Treat Dispenser. After he eats them, repeat
adding more treats/kibble.
3. If your dog is comfortable with the Treat Dispenser press the button on the Handheld
Remote and dispense the treats/kibble. Continue until your dog is comfortable taking the
food from the Treat Dispenser.
4. Turn the tone on using the tone switch on the back of the dispenser.
5. Press the Handheld Remote button and dispense the treats/kibble. Repeat 6-8 times. Your
dog will learn the treats follow the tone!
Teaching Your Dog to Focus on You
Some dogs become very attentive to the Treat Dispenser, however they must also learn who is
controlling the treat dispensing. If your dog automatically looks at you for reassurance between
treats or because he knows who is controlling the treat dispensing, you are ready to move on
to additional training. Ensure you reward him each time he looks to you by toning and treating.
If your dog has not learned you are controlling the treats, get his attention by calling his name
and when he looks, press the Handheld Remote button to tone and treat. Repeat until your
dog is consistent.
When your dog focuses on you then immediately goes to the Treat Dispenser after hearing
the tone, he is ready for additional training.
NOTE: To ensure your dog has learned the tone/treat association, practice in different
locations and add distance. Repeat until your dog consistently responds to the tone from
8-10 feet away.
Teaching Basic Obedience
Place
1. Ensure your dog’s bed (a simple mat or blanket will also work) is in close proximity to the
Treat Dispenser.
2. Ensure the Treat Dispenser is on and ready for use.
3. Using a leash, lead your dog to his spot while repeating the “Place” command.
4. While continuing to hold the leash, dispense treats/kibble and praise your dog as soon as
he has all four paws on the surface of the bed.
5. Repeat steps three, four, and five for up to ten minutes before giving your dog a training break.