The training schedule:

     Completely trusting your pet with the boundaries will take place over the course of about 4 weeks. Don’t worry, the actual training is a small part of this time the rest is spent closely monitoring your pet.

     You will want to set time aside for two practice sessions per day that are 10-15 minutes each, because both you and your pet will appreciate short, fun lessons that makes the training more effective. Use a calendar such so you can keep track of the training process. Your pet’s behavior will tell you when it is time to proceed to the next level. pet’s learn at different rates, so don’t be surprised if your pet catches on faster or takes a little longer.

*   In lesson one, there are six sessions to teach the retreat pattern.

*   In lesson two, there is one session about correction and lesson number three is how to deal with distractions.

*   In lesson four your pet is ready to take off the lead with some supervision and in
*   lesson five will move on to being off lead unsupervised.

And then wrapping up the training you will remove the flags gradually until they are gone.
     That’s the schedule and most importantly, everyday, review the previous day’s activities to see if your pet is learning on schedule. Boundary work should take place only in your yard. Take your pet around to the boundaries of your entire yard talking and pointing out the area you want to be observed. Do not let your pet go beyond the boundary. 
    
      When you have completed a session, always end it on a high note with more play and praise . When a session is complete bring your pet indoors to remove the electronic collar.

That’s it, it’s that simple. We will provide initial training and, walk you through this very simple process and, we will also provide you with a DVD so you can review it at any time. Also if you need it, help is only a phone call away.

     If you are training more than one pet, train each pet in separate training sessions.

TRAINING A SCARED DOG

If a dog becomes scared after receiving a correction and will not come out of the door or off the porch, we suggest the following:

Don't try to reassure it or comfort it. Don't reward the wrong behavior.

Let the dog get used to wearing the collar in the house to let it get comfortable about wearing the collar in a safe environment. Be sure to praise the dog for wearing the collar.

When taking the dog out in the yard, place the receiver collar and leash on the dog while in the house.

If needed, gently pull the dog into the yard.

Spend enough time in the yard to allow the dog to feel comfortable before resuming obedience training.