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Dogtra 2ooNCP Gold Dog Training Collar – Excellent Electronic Dog Training Collar
Posted by puppysupplies in Puppy Supplies on August 7, 2010
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I work with the humane society as a dog trainer and it gives me an excellent opportunity to work with a variety of dogs and temperaments. The dogs love it when I come because they get to be released from their cages and play and work outdoors.
This is the second review of the Dogtra 200NCP brand of electronic training collars.
This Dogtra 200NCP Gold is the second collar in their line and says it is the collar that is the best seller year in and out. This is probably because it is still reasonable on price, small in size but offers a few additional perks the base model does not.
The 200 model has the exact receiver as the 175 model, however the transmitter is slightly more ergonomic for the hand. The base box is rounded at the edges instead of the hard box square you find on the beginner model. It is slightly taller but thinner in the width. There are three buttons on the transmitter, the nick, constant and a vibration only button. This has a similar feel to your cell phone when it vibrates and offers the dog the opportunity to feel a sensation and not a static shock and make the decision to correct the behavior.
The 200 model also offers a slightly longer distance range at ½ mile and the collar is also waterproof. The transmitter is still only water resistant, but in the event it is raining and it gets a fews drops on it, the collar should still be fine. You don’t not want to go out in a lake and submerge the transmitter as you would probably have problems.
I did use this to train a dog called Henry at the humane society. Henry was a hound mix who was always very interested in smells when he would go outside and he needed to learn focus if he wanted to be adopted. He also needed a job when he was outside so he could focus his nose and efforts on the some task at hand. Having the extended range was great as I was able to start tracking work with him. He worked with food as his main source of scent and with the use of a lone line initially and this collar I was able to allow him the freedom to work away from me, knowing that I could have control to get him back to me if he wandered away. That is the beauty of these Dogtra 200NCP Gold electronic collars. They are wireless meaning you can ultimately get to the point where you may not need a leash attached to your dog but have a way to get them to re focus on you if warranted.
What Do You Do When Vacation Time Comes Around?
Posted by dogstrollers in Puppy Supplies on April 13, 2009
This is a common problem – take the dog on vacation with you or put into a kennel for the duration.
Travel plans now commonly include pets: We don’t like leaving them behind and they can heighten the fun of experiencing new places or visiting old friends. But before you get caught up in the current acceptability of pets in public places, take a moment to consider if travel really suits your pet. Then plan carefully to accommodate your pet’s safety and special needs, and be sure to set aside quality time for your pet both while you’re traveling and after you reach your destination.
Yours may be a seasoned and enthusiastic traveler, but many pets, especially cats, are nervous passengers. Leaving them in the care of a conscientious pet sitter or even boarding them at a reputable kennel may be kinder than subjecting them to the anxiety they may experience during travel.
Unless you have a small dog or cat that can, by prearranged permission, ride with you on a plane, car travel is best for pets (see “Creature Comforts,” below). The Humane Society of the United States discourages air transport for pets, but if this is your only option, book a direct flight and ask to watch the loading and unloading of the crate from the cargo section of the plane. Short-nosed dogs are especially at risk since breathing can be a bigger effort for them than for longer-nosed canines, so consult your veterinarian beforehand. (Amtrak and Greyhound do not allow pets other than service animals.)
Many dogs love riding in cars, and safety harnesses now exist for them. Don’t let them hang their heads out of windows, and do not let them ride in the open bed of a pickup truck — it is illegal in some states, not to mention extremely dangerous should you hit a bump or make a sudden stop. Protect pets from rain, heat, or cold. In cars, cats should be crated, for their safety as well as comfort. Any dog or cat crate should allow enough room for the animal to stand and turn around comfortably. It’s a good idea to take your pet on a test run — a short excursion — before attempting a major road trip.
A few rules of the road: Always have identification on your pet; include address and phone number of your home as well as your destination. Make water available. Never leave your pet alone in a car — even with the windows cracked, temperatures can soar quickly, and people steal pets with heartbreaking frequency. Avoid giving pets a heavy meal just before traveling, especially if they’re prone to carsickness. Give dogs a relief stop every few hours, and always leash them on these short walks. Even a well-trained dog can become startled or confused or might make other travelers uncomfortable. Consideration for other travelers will help ensure that all of us will be able to include pets in future travels.
Travel has become more complicated for everyone. But pets and their owners deserve safety and peace of mind while experiencing the world away from home. What better way to enjoy it than with our best friends as companions?
Creature Comforts
The Humane Society of the United States offers information on traveling with pets, including legal regulations. Check its Website, hsus.org/ace, or call (202) 452-1100. Thousands of hotels accept pets, but many have restrictions; be sure to check ahead.
Reprinted with Permission of Hearst Communications, Inc. Originally Published: Vacationing with Pets
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