Petsafe PRF-275-19 User manual

stubborn dog
in-ground fence™
receiver collar
operating guide
Model Number
PRF-275-19
PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE GUIDE BEFORE BEGINNING

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Important Safety Information
Explanation of Attention Words and Symbols used in this guide
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to
potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages
that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION, used without the safety alert symbol, indicates
a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
harm to your pet.
•Not for use with aggressive dogs. Do not use this product
if your dog is prone to aggressive behavior. Aggressive
dogs can cause severe injury or death to their owners and
others. If you are not sure that this product is right for your
dog, please talk to your veterinarian or a certified trainer.

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This PetSafe®Stubborn Dog In-Ground Fence™is not a
solid barrier. This system is designed to act as a deterrent to
remind pets by Static Correction to remain in the boundary
established. It is important that you reinforce training with your
pet on a regular basis. Proper fit of the collar is important.
A collar worn for too long or made too tight on the pet’s neck
may cause skin damage. Ranging from redness to pressure
ulcers; this condition is commonly known as bed sores.
•Avoid leaving the collar on the dog for more than 12 hours
per day.
•When possible reposition the collar on the pet’s neck every
1 to 2 hours.
•Check the fit to prevent excessive pressure; follow the
instructions in this manual.
•Never connect a lead to the electronic collar; it will cause
excessive pressure on the contacts.
•When using a separate collar for a lead, don’t put pressure
on the electronic collar.
•Wash the dog’s neck area and the contacts of the collar
weekly with a damp cloth.
•Examine the contact area daily for signs of a rash or a sore.

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•If a rash or sore is found, discontinue use of the collar
until the skin has healed.
•If the condition persists beyond 48 hours, see your
veterinarian.
•For additional information on bed sores and pressure
necrosis, please visit our website.
These steps will help keep your pet safe and comfortable.
Millions of pets are comfortable while they wear stainless
steel contacts. Some pets are sensitive to contact pressure.
You may find after some time that your pet is very tolerant
of the collar. If so, you may relax some of these precautions.
It is important to continue daily checks of the contact area.
If redness or sores are found, discontinue use until the skin
has fully healed.
You may need to trim the hair in the area of the Contact
Points. Never shave the dog’s neck; this may lead to a rash
or infection.
•The Receiver Collar should not be on your dog when the
system is tested. Your pet may receive an unintended
correction.

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•The Boundary Width of the system must be tested
whenever an adjustment is made to the containment field
to prevent unintended corrections to your pet.
•If you use a collar and leash for training, be sure the extra
collar does not put pressure on the contact points.
•Always remove your dog’s Receiver Collar before
performing any Transmitter testing.
•If possible, DO NOT use an AC circuit protected with a
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) or Residual Current
Device (RCD). In rare cases, nearby lightning strikes may
cause the GFCI or RCD to trip. Without power your dog
may be vulnerable to escape. You will have to reset the
GFCI or RCD to restore power to the system.