Educator e collar training is a type of training that uses a specific type of e collar to help pets learn good behavior. This type of training is particularly effective for dogs that are prone to pulling on the leash or barking excessively.
A key benefit of educator e collar training is that it allows you to communicate with your pet in a way that is both clear and consistent. By using a specific tone and vibration setting on the e collar, you can teach your pet to associate certain behaviors with rewards or corrections.
To get started with educator e collar training, you'll need to choose the right settings for your pet. This typically involves selecting a tone and vibration level that is uncomfortable for your pet, but not painful. For example, a tone setting of 10 and a vibration setting of 3 may be suitable for a small dog, while a tone setting of 15 and a vibration setting of 5 may be more suitable for a larger dog.
For more insights, see: Vibration vs Shock Collar
Choosing the Right Educator E Collar
Quality is crucial when it comes to educator e collars. High quality e collars have 100+ levels, allowing for precise communication with your dog.
I've used high quality e collars with my colleagues, and we've seen the difference it makes. Low quality e collars, on the other hand, have very few levels, which can be alarming for the dog.
Look for e collars with many levels to ensure a smooth and effective training experience.
A Quality Tool
High quality e-collars are crucial for effective communication with your dog, offering 100+ levels to dial into the exact level required in any given moment.
The difference between a high quality e-collar and a low quality one is significant, with high quality e-collars being much more precise and humane.
Low quality e-collars, on the other hand, have very few levels, making it difficult to communicate with your dog without causing alarm.
You want to use a high quality e-collar that has 100 levels, as this allows for a much more subtle and effective communication with your dog.
In fact, humans don't even feel the stimulation of a high quality e-collar until about level 20 on their wrists.
Differences Between Collars
The main difference between e-collars and shock collars is that e-collars have a spectrum of 0 to 100 or 130, depending on the device, whereas shock collars only have a few levels.
E-collars are designed to provide a range of stimulation levels, allowing for more precise training. A human wouldn't feel an e-collar on their face until around 11, and we typically train dogs at a level of 4 or 5.
Using an e-collar in the wrong hands and turning it up to the highest level can be harmful, but that's like saying a chair can be a weapon - it's a tool that requires responsible use.
The key is to understand that e-collars are not inherently inhumane, but rather a tool that can be misused.
Using the Educator E Collar
An e-collar is a tool that allows you to communicate with your dog off-leash, and it's especially useful for dogs that get distracted easily.
It's recommended to introduce the e-collar after your dog has learned most of its basic commands, such as sit, stay, heel, and place, without relying on food bribes.
To use the e-collar effectively, you need to associate your verbal commands with the stimulation of the e-collar, so it becomes a new form of communication for your dog.
You should tap the e-collar every time you ask your dog to perform a command, and shut it off as soon as they comply, to help them understand what the collar means.
It's essential to use the e-collar consistently and not revert back to relying on verbal commands alone, as this can confuse your dog and hinder the learning process.
Take a look at this: How to Use Mini Educator E Collar
What It Feels Like
The sensation of an e-collar is often misunderstood, but it's actually a weird tapping sensation that feels kind of like a tap-tap-tap on the shoulder.
High quality e-collars utilize the same technology as a TENS unit, which is a muscle stimulator. This means the sensation is not jarring or painful like some people assume.
The reason why this is such a fabulous way to communicate with your dog is because it's a tactile experience that's more natural for them. This can get through to your dog in moments when they're liable to ignore your verbal command.
In fact, the tapping sensation is so subtle that humans don't even feel it until about 20 something levels on our wrists.
How to Put on a Collar
Putting on a collar properly is key to getting the most out of your Educator E Collar. You want to make sure the prongs on the e-collar are touching your dog's skin.
The collar should be fitted so that it's not too loose, where the contact points wouldn't connect if your dog moves a certain way.
When to Use
Using the Educator E Collar is a game-changer for off-leash training.
Distracted dogs can get stuck on a leash, making it hard for them to enjoy activities like running, hiking, or visiting the lake. An e-collar can solve this issue by getting your pup's attention when they get distracted.
Additional reading: K9 off Leash Training E Collar
Seeing a dog tied to a tree while their family is at the park is heartbreaking. An e-collar gives your pup the option to be off-leash, and if they get distracted, it's there to get their attention back.
The e-collar is a tool to help your dog understand your commands consistently off-leash. It's not a replacement for proper training, but rather a way to enhance it.
If your dog gets distracted by something more desirable, like a cat or bird, the e-collar can help refocus their attention on you. This way, your dog can learn to listen to commands even when there's a distraction around.
Pet & Yard
The Educator E Collar is a game-changer for pet owners with yard problems. The Educator E Collar is a humane way to train your dog to stay in the yard.
If your dog is prone to escaping, the Educator E Collar's containment mode can be set to give a warning beep and a brief static correction when they approach the fence.
Dogs that are well-trained to stay in the yard can enjoy more freedom and exercise without the risk of getting lost.
Frequently Asked Questions
What age should I start e-collar training?
For optimal results, start e-collar training with puppies over six months old. Introducing the collar too early can be ineffective or even counterproductive.
Where do I start with e-collar training?
To begin e-collar training, start by teaching your dog basic obedience commands like sit, down, stay, heel, and come when called. Once your dog has a solid foundation in these commands, you can introduce leash pressure and e-collar training to enhance their behavior.
What are the negatives of e-collar training?
Using e-collar training with aggressive dogs can actually increase anxiety and fuel unwanted behavior, potentially making the problem worse. This is because the dog may associate the pain with other stimuli, leading to fear and potentially more aggression.
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- Why I Train Dogs with E-collars (chaostocalmk9training.com)
- Remote Dog Training Collars (ecollar.com)
- Can Aggression in Dogs Be Fixed with E-Collar Training? (robinmacfarlane.com)
- off-leash training (americascanineeducator.com)
- Introducing E-Collar | When and How to Use an E ... (robsdogs.com)
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