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Many people who know me are aware that I am a strong advocate for Remote Collar training. However, it's important to note that effective training with a remote collar requires a thoughtful approach — it’s not as simple as just buying a collar and immediately correcting your dog. There's a very specific method for introducing the remote collar correctly, starting with low levels and integrating it into your overall training regimen.

The first step is selecting a high-quality remote collar. A good collar should meet these key criteria:

It needs to be rechargeable (avoiding the constant cost of disposable batteries).
The receiver style (this is something that requires a more detailed discussion).
The collar should offer a range of stimulation levels, starting very low but with a high-end option for more challenging situations.
The company should have strong customer support.

When you invest in good equipment, the rest of the training process becomes much smoother. From my experience, I’ve been less than impressed with many of the “off-brand” collars you find on Amazon for under $100. These collars often advertise having 100 levels, but they fail to offer a sufficiently low stimulation level, resulting in discomfort for the dog even at lower settings, which makes the collar ineffective.

A lot of the confusion surrounding remote collars stems from misinformation or lack of understanding. When I begin training with a remote collar, I have pet owners feel the stimulation themselves, and their typical reaction is, "Is that it?" Many people mistakenly compare it to the more intense shock from electric fences, which are much stronger than the remote collar. When used properly, remote collar training can be a game-changer. In fact, many of my clients end up saying, "I wish I had started this a long time ago."

Feel free to call me if you want to learn more about remote collar training and how it can benefit you and your dog.

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