INVISIBLE FENCE Safe Dog Monitor Installation guide

Safe Dog®Training Manual
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1. Read and Keep the Manuals: Read all
operating and training instructions before using your
new Invisible Fence®pet containment system.
2. Training: Train your dog according to the
instructions in this manual. Complete all steps before
allowing your dog to run free.
3. Obey Warnings: Adhere to all warnings con-
tained in this manual and on all Invisible Fence com-
ponents.
4. Servicing: Other than repairing the signal
loop wire, do not attempt to service any Invisible
Fence equipment yourself. Refer all service to an
authorized Invisible Fence professional only.
5. For Animal Use Only:An Invisible Fence pet
containment system is designed for animal use only.
Never attempt to use this product for any purpose not
specifically described in Invisible Fence manuals.
IMPORTANT: If, for any reason, your Invisible
Fence system does not operate as described in the
operation and installation manual, or if you have any
difficulty training your dog, call your Invisible Fence
professional immediately.
Note: If you have any reason
to believe that your dog may
pose a danger to others, or that it may
harm itself if it is not kept from crossing
the Invisible Boundary®signal wire,
you should not rely solely on the
Invisible Fence system to contain your pet.
Note: No type of fencing can
prevent your pet from being
stolen or attacked by other animals.
Animal experts recommend that you do
not leave pets unattended outside for long
periods of time regardless of how they are
contained.
Invisible Fence Pet Containment
will not work unless:
1.Youtrain your dog as prescribed in this manual.
2. The transmitter is on, connected to the signal
loop wire, and producing a signal along the loop wire.
3. The loop wire is intact, continuous, and pro-
ducing a blinking green LED on the transmitter.
4. The Computer Collar®is worn by your pet.
5. The Computer Collar is adjusted so that the
posts are touching your dog’s skin.
6. The Power Cap®battery in the Computer
Collar is fresh and properly installed.
7. The 12v AC transformer is plugged into the
transmitter and is connected to a 110v outlet.
Note: The following precautions
should always be taken.
1. Never attempt to install the Invisible Fence
pet containment system unless you have first consult-
ed your Invisible Fence professional and have
Invisible Fence installation instructions.
2. Never install the transmitter where it could
be exposed to the elements, doing so will void the
manufacturer’s warranties.
3. Monitor the transmitter periodically to
ensure that the unit is operating properly and is pro-
ducing a signal.
4. Caution: Always remove your dog’s Computer
Collar before making an adjustment to your Invisible Fence
system.
5. Do Not become overly confident that your
dog has become conditioned sooner than expected.
Complete all of the training steps before allowing
your dog to run free.
6. If you have any questions about any aspect
of your Invisible Fence system, please call your
Invisible Fence professional immediately.
Important Safeguards

The Goal of Invisible Fence Safe Dog training is to
teach a dog to identify and retreat from the boundary.
To make the training fair so the dog will understand
the consequences of trying to leave. To make the
training fun so the dog will enjoy staying and playing
on his*own property.
It is critical to follow the complete Invisible
Fence training course. The majority of problems that
occur with a system are due to inadequate follow-up
training, and/or management of the dog, or misuse of
the Invisible Fence pet containment system.
The ideal canine candidate for Invisible Fence
pet containment is a neutered, non-aggressive dog
who is used to a leash and is beyond any youthful
sensitivity periods. Depending on the dog, this period
is usually between 4 and 6 months of age. You can
contact your local Invisible Fence® professional with
questions about training pups and any behavioral
issues related to youthful sensitivity.
*Throughout this manual dogs are referred to as he or him.
1. Leads
· Six Foot Lead
Most commonly found in nylon, cotton and
leather. Six feet may be the easiest length to use for
beginning “Retreat” training in Lesson One.
· Fifteen Foot Lead
Fifteen feet is not the easiest length lead to han-
dle. The fifteen foot lead is used for the correction and
distraction training.
· Retractable Lead
A retractable lead can be a great alternative, it
can be used as a 6 foot lead for beginning retreat train-
ing and also as 15 foot for the correction and distrac-
tion training.
2. Training Collars
There are different types of collars; you can use your
dog’s existing collar as the training collar for Safe
Dog® training.
· Flat Collar
When using a flat collar,make sure it doesn't
slide under the Computer Collar® .
· Slip Collar
If you are using a slip collar,it must be put on
and used properly. If you are working your dog on
your left side, form the collar into a P, then, facing the
dog, slip it over his head. In this position it will only
release quickly when your dog is on your left. If you
have not been trained on the proper use of this collar,
consult your Invisible Fence® professional."
3. Computer Collar
The Invisible Fence Computer Collar should fit
snugly at the top of your dog’s neck where the neck is
most narrow and has the least fur. Adjust the collar so
it's just snug enough to slide one finger between a post
and your dog's neck. To work properly, the correction
posts must touch your dog's skin. Periodic adjustment
of the collar's fit may be necessary as a dog’s coat,
weight, and age change.
You may think a properly fitted Computer Collar
is too tight and too high. Although this is a collar, it is
not like any other,and to work best it must fit high and
snug.The Computer Collar should be put on before
each lesson and taken off after.
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Invisible Fence®Safe Dog®Training
Training Equipment
This is the correct fit for the Computer Collar.
The Woodhouse, or slip collar, is also on correctly.

4. Computer Collar®Post Cover
The Post Cover completely covers both
Computer Collar posts. Cover the posts during the ini-
tial training,usually the first three days, while your
dog learns the boundary and retreat lessons.
5. Training Flags
Temporary visual aids that help your dog see the
borders of the property and safe areas.
Set the flags three to four feet into the signal
field from where the warning sound begins. Put a flag
every six to eight feet around the entire boundary.
Training more than one dog on the system at a
time is entirely possible, but each dog must have sep-
arate training lessons.
Each dog must be individually trained all the
way through the point of flag removal.
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Training More than 1 Dog
WARNING: Some persons claim
that the shock from an electronic
receiver collar can provoke an animal to
become aggressive, and possibly to attack
or bite. Customer is hereby warned
to be alert for growling, snarling, biting,
or other aggressive behaviors by any
animal using the system, especially
during training.
If any such behavior is observed,
particularly if it appears to be associated
in any way with the system, Customer
should immediately stop using the system,
unplug the transmitter, and contact
your Invisible Fence Dealer or Invisible
Technologies, Inc.
Reported incidents have typically involved:
1) dogs with pre-existing aggressive
tendencies;
and
2) other provocation at the time of the
incident.
Reports to Invisible Technologies, Inc.
alleging such incidents are rare, less than
one in 10,000,
Note: Wait a full 30 days after
your dog has become completely
relaxed in the yard before activating any
indoor signal field loops.
The following precautions
should always be taken:
1. Always remove the dog's Computer Collar
before making any adjustment to the
Invisible Fence system.
2. Gradually allow the dog to become
accustomed to his new Computer Collar.
Remove it every night during the first month
and periodically thereafter. This will ensure
proper fit and avoid any irritation that the
posts may cause to the dog's skin.
3. DO NOT secure the posts on the collar
with any kind of glue or adhesive.
4. DO use the post tightening tool
to tighten the posts.

PacetheTraining
Safe Dog training should always proceed based on
the behavior of your dog, not on the number of days of
training. While days of training are a useful rough guide,
they are not set in stone. If your dog is ready for the next
step, even if it is ahead of the time line, proceed. If your
dog is not ready, do not proceed. For this reason we list
Behavioral Indicatorsfirst and Time Line second.
How your dog is learning is what should decide if the
training is progressing, not thecalendar.
The Time Table
Lesson One, the Retreat Pattern
At least two 10 minute sessions a day for 3
days. Remember these are averages.
A dog may need more or less time.
Lesson Two, the Correction
Usually one session on day 4.
Lesson Three, Distractions
Several sessions; the more the better. A great
play game.
Lesson Four, Off Lead Supervision
Two times a day for a week.
Lesson Five, Off Lead Unsupervised,
but Observed
Ten minutes at a time for 2 weeks.
Lesson Six, Removing the Flags
Remove the flags every other one every other
day after 4 weeks.
Lessons One and Three take the most time,
patience, and practice.
At the start of Invisible Fence Safe Dog training,
a dog will depend on many clues: the flags, the leash,
the trainer, and the Computer Collar®warning sound.
Over time all of the learning aids except the
Computer Collar, with its warning sound, will gradu-
ally be removed.
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The Invisible Fence®Safe Dog®Training Schedule
A Typical Training Routine
1. Put the training collar and lead on the dog.
2. Put on his Computer Collar.
Make sure the post covers remain in place
until the correction lesson.
3. Make sure the Computer Collar is high on
the dog’s neck and snug with the posts
touching the skin.
4. Play with the dog. Have fun. Relax.
Laugh and praise him.
5. Review the previous day’s lesson.
6. Do boundary work at locations all around
the property. Review the dog’s progress.
7. End the session with relaxing play.
8. Bring the dog indoors and take off
his training collar and Computer Collar.