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1. My dog is not reacting to the collar.
- Make sure the receiver is turned on. Place the two red
dots together to activate the receiver. Push the blue
button on the transmitter until it illuminates to activate
the transmitter.
- Be sure the collar strap is tight enough so both contact
points are touching the dog’s skin.
- The contact points may be too short for the dog. To
place an order for longer contacts appropriate for your
dog, please call 1-888-811- 9111.
If you are already using the longest contact point
available, you might need to trim down the hair on the
dog’s neck so both contact points are touching the dog’s
skin.
- The intensity level may be too low for your dog. Keep
increasing the stimulation until the dog responds
usually by neck movement, head shaking, looking over
his shoulder, etc (response may be very subtle so pay
attention.).
2. The test light comes on, but I do not feel any
stimulation.
- Your tolerance may be higher than your dogs, or your
skin very thick, so you may need to try the unit on your
fingertips where sensitivity is higher. Be sure both
contact points are touching your fingertips.
- The battery may be low, check the LED light for battery l
ife.
- If you have a full charge, and you have done all of the
above, your unit may need to be serviced. Please contact
3. The transmitter has no range, or stimulation is less
when the dog is farther away.
- The antenna(s) may be damaged. To order parts please
contact Customer Service at 1-888- 811-9111.
- The range indicated on the unit’s box is for flat terrain.
Heavy brush, trees, hills or moisture will affect the
range of your unit. For best range, hold the transmitter
vertically above your head. Try also moving to higher
ground.
- Any electrical conductors will affect the range, such as
cars, chain-link dog runs, metal buildings, radio towers.
For best results, operate away from these structures.
4. My collars are not holding a charge.
- The batteries might not be charged properly, or the
charger, splitter and the charging port needs to be
looked at. If you suspect your charger/splitter is not
functioning properly please contact Customer Service at
info@dogtra.com or 1-888- 811-9111. You can send in your
charging units in to have us inspect them.
- The charging pin may be damaged. Inside the charging
port, there is a metal pin that should be standing straight
up and stiff. If the pin is wobbling, broken or missing, you
will need to send the unit in to the Repair’s Dept. The
charging port must be clean prior to charging, clean the
dirt out with a cotton swab and some rubbing alcohol. If
the dog is in salt-water, be sure to rinse the receiver and
charging port with clean water.
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