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The BarkCollar is designed to minimize and eradicate excessive barking behavior.

Inside the BarkCollar, a sensor triggers upon the dog's barking. Following a three-second "bark-forgiveness" period, the collar initiates either a vibration or an electronic stimulation. The intensity of this vibration or stimulation is customizable, intended to merely divert the dog's attention from barking. If barking persists, the vibration or stimulation intensity progressively rises from the minimum to the maximum level. Over time, the dog learns to link barking with the vibration or stimulation and realizes that the sensation ceases when the barking stops.

The collar strap should be positioned around the narrowest area of the dog's neck, directly beneath its ears. It should be snugly fitted to ensure that the contact posts make contact with the center of the dog's neck, where the vibrations from its barks can be sensed. Incorrect placement, such as positioning the collar too loosely or too far from the center of the neck, may result in failure to detect barking.

The duration of the battery life varies depending on how often the collar is used and the barking habits of the dog. A collar worn continuously and activated frequently will require more frequent recharging compared to one worn intermittently and triggered infrequently. Typically, a charge can last for a month or longer when the collar is worn daily with low to moderate activation levels.

The rechargeable battery typically lasts for several years. When the duration of a single recharge noticeably decreases, it's time to replace the battery. Replacement batteries can be obtained directly from DogWatch. The process of replacing the battery is straightforward and hassle-free.

Certainly. If there's no necessity for the collar to be worn by the dog, it should be removed and switched off. It's advisable to take off the collar during the night to avoid potential skin irritation.

Activate the BarkCollar and adjust it to the 'V' (Vibration) mode. Place the BarkCollar on your dog. Monitor the dog's barking behavior, watching for signs such as a head shake, ear twitch, or alteration in the barking pattern. If there's no discernible response or if the dog persists in barking without reacting to the collar, raise the setting by one level and repeat the procedure. Once you notice a subtle reaction from your dog, that setting becomes an appropriate starting point for training.

Several factors influence the speed at which your dog's behavior will transform, notably including your dog's personality, the frequency of triggers for barking, and your dog's ability to remain focused amidst distractions. Typically, most dogs begin to grasp the connection between barking and the sensation from the vibration or stimulation after experiencing the collar's activation several times. The reduction in barking can occur rapidly in some dogs and more gradually in others. If there's no noticeable improvement after a reasonable trial period, ensure that the collar fits well and that the contact posts are of the correct size. If the collar fit is adequate and barking persists, consider increasing the BarkCollar setting by one level.

Activate the BarkCollar. If the Status Light on the BarkCollar flashes green, it indicates that the battery is charged, and the BarkCollar is operational. Additionally, there is an automatic self-test feature (refer below) to verify the functionality of the BarkCollar.

The collar features an automatic "self-test" function. Upon activation and with every setting adjustment, it will briefly vibrate and the status light will shine, indicating that the BarkCollar is powered and functioning correctly. This automatic self-test ensures the device is operational and charged as intended.