Petsafe PBC00-12724 User Manual

PetSafe

Big Dog

Spray Bark Control

Operating and Training Guide

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

CAUTION

WARNING

can cause severe injury and even death to their owner and others. If you are unsure whether this product is appropriate for your dog, please consult your veterinarian or certified trainer.

AEROSOLS:

• Keep out of reach of children.

• Contents of the refill can and the spray collar are under pressure.

• Use only in a well ventilated area. Use only as directed.

• May explode if heated, do not heat. Do not expose to temperatures over 113°F or 45°C.

• Do not burn. Do not dispose of in fire, even when empty.

• Keep out of direct sunlight.

• Do not leave the aerosol can in a vehicle where temperature could exceed 113°F or 45°C.

• Store in a cool location.

• Keep away from sparks or flame. Do not smoke while refilling.

• Do not puncture. Contact of liquid propellant with skin may cause frostbite.

• Do not ingest. In case of accident, seek medical care. If swallowed, call a poison control center immediately.

WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate 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 aggressive, or if your dog is prone to aggressive behavior. Aggressive dogs

CAUTION

Never leave the unit in a car where the device can heat up to high temperatures 113°F or 45°C.

The PetSafe Use it only for its bark stopping purpose.

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Do not expose the device to freezing temperatures -32°F or 0°C or to conditions warmer than 113°F or 45°C. Do not leave the unit in direct sunlight.

Big Dog Spray Bark Control is not a toy. Keep it away from the reach of children.

CAUTION

Risk of skin damage. Please read and follow the instructions in this manual.

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 probe.

• When using a separate collar for a lead, don’t put pressure on the electronic collar.

• Wash the dog’s neck area and the probe of the collar weekly with a damp cloth.

• Examine the probe area daily for signs of a rash or a sore.

• 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. 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 probe area. If redness or sores are found, discontinue use until the skin has fully healed.

The PetSafe

Big Dog Spray Bark Control must be used only on healthy dogs. We recommend

that you take your dog to a veterinarian before using the collar if he is not in good health.

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Thank you for choosing the PetSafe® brand. You and your pet deserve a companionship that includes memorable moments and a shared understanding together. Our products and training tools promote a lifestyle of protection, teaching, and love—essentials that inﬂuence memories for a lifetime. If you have any questions about our products or training your pet, please visit our website at www.petsafe.net or contact our Customer Care Center at 1-800-732-2677.

To get the most protection out of your warranty, please register your product within 30 days at www.petsafe.net. By registering and keeping your receipt, you will enjoy the product’s full warranty and should you ever need to call the Customer Care Center, we will be able to help you faster. Most importantly, PetSafe® will never give or sell your valuable information to anyone. Complete warranty information is available online at www.petsafe.net.

Table of Contents

Components .............................................................................................. 5

Features ..................................................................................................... 5

How the PetSafe® Big Dog Spray Bark Control Works .................................. 5

Key Deﬁnitions .......................................................................................... 6

Fit the Bark Control Collar ......................................................................... 6

Ensure a Proper Spray Pattern .................................................................... 7

To Insert and Remove the Battery ............................................................... 8

Modes of Operation ................................................................................... 8

To Fill and Reﬁll the Spray ......................................................................... 9

What to Expect During Use of the Bark Control Collar ............................... 9

Tips ..........................................................................................................10

Accessories ...............................................................................................11

Frequently Asked Questions ..................................................................12

Troubleshooting ......................................................................................12

Customer Care International .....................................................................13

FCC .........................................................................................................14

“In a Tuskegee University study of adult shelter dogs wearing the PetSafe® Spray Bark Control Collar for six 30-minute sessions over two weeks, we detected no long-term adverse effects, and all dogs dramatically reduced their barking by the second day.”

Dr. Janet Steiss and Dr. Caroline B. Schaffer Tuskegee University

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Components

Operating Guide

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tire guide before beginning.

PBC00-12724

Battery

(PetSafe

PetSafe® Big Dog

Spray Bark Control

RFA-18)

Operating Guide

Citronella Spray

PAC19-12069

Features

• Patented Perfect Bark™ detection ensures your dog’s bark is the only sound

that will cause the correction

• Adjustable collar for neck sizes up to 28"

• For dogs 40+ pounds

• Citronella Spray is safe and effective

• Waterproof

• Good/Low battery indicator

• 40 sprays per reﬁll

• Low spray indicator

• On/Off button

How the PetSafe® Big Dog Spray Bark Control Works

The PetSafe® Big Dog Spray Bark Control senses your dog’s barking. A unique, patented sensor uses both vibration of the vocal chords and sound sensors (dual-detection) to distinguish each bark from other external noises. As he barks, he receives a safe but annoying burst of spray. He’ll quickly learn the association with this stimulation and stop the unwanted behavior. The PetSafe® Big Dog Spray Bark Control is proven effective in deterring barking when it is worn.

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