How to fit remote collar for dogs + how to fit the e collar for dogs

[@tomdavisofficial]

WHATS YOUR TOM'S TRIVIA ANSWER?!

[@samanthasalvaggio1191]

Labrador retriever

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thanks for watvhing Sam!

[@catherineetter2576]

A. German Shepherd

[@sekb1975]

Gunna have to say Labradors

[@sekb1975]

@@catherineetter2576 my favorite anyway!!

[@laurenpage6017]

Such a similar situation to me for when I began using the ecollar! About 6 years ago we adopted my cattle dog mix onyx. He was about 1 and had some basic obedience. We thought all was great and fine until my kiddo left the front door open. Onyx took off outside having a grand old time while I was literally having a heart attack. We lived down the road from a 6 lane highway and it took almost an hour of coaxing him with treats and balls to catch him. He would play little games where he would let me get super close then as soon as I went in to grab him he bolted! Terrible recall!! Then, we were grooming him at wag n wash (we lived in Colorado Springs) where they have a double set of automatic doors 😳... well somehow his leash came unhooked and he literally went straight for the doors!! He got out and we, again, chased him in an insanely busy parking lot next to a super busy road and it took me and 5 other bystanders a good hour to catch him. I was crying and exhausted by the end of it and I promised myself I would never put either of us through that again. We got educated and bought an e collar and he is 100% responsive to my recall now thank god. With AND without the collar on. I am a huge advocate and I think unless people have been through something like this, they will never understand what a great tool this really is.

[@JC-jy3hv]

I have a similar story. I wish everyone understood that these tools can save their lives, given the nature of the particular dog.

[@ambermartinez8975]

That bungee is exactly what I need. Most days I can put an ecollar on my dog, wiggle it, and it has good contact. Other days I’m constantly taking it off, adjusting, wiggling it on his neck and it just doesn’t make contact, until it’s like super tight and I don’t think it’s comfortable for him. So maybe having that bungee will be so much better for him. Thanks for sharing your story! Glad you and all the dogs you were with were able to get out of that situation alive! 😲

[@tomdavisofficial]

Amber Martinez thanks for watching Amber!

[@natalienorton1696]

I did not see where to get the bungee

[@LiquidSneak510]

@@natalienorton1696 same

[@dperez0609]

Hi Tom, I am trying to work with my Labrador using an e-collar but I still have a hard time with the fitment. I understand that it needs to be snug but my question is, how do I known when is tight enough? Reason I ask is because when I put it on it feels tight, but as he moves the collar actually slides from the side of the neck (as you show on the video) to the bottom (to where the larynx is). Is there any way for me to know when I have it tight enough that it won't lose contact or slide but is not making him feel uncomfortable from being too tight? PS: Right now I am using a buckle strap that came with the e-collar but I ordered the bungee to make it easier for him.

[@kaydabot9368]

Please answer this. I’m having this same issue.

[@highserenity49]

@@kaydabot9368 I think this is a common question.....No answer

[@GusI727]

W the bungee collar it should be tight enough that you can barely fit two fingers under the collar strap. Important to use a good quality e collar and I recommend wing contact points if you can get them for your collar

[@chevy-is-a-good-boy]

A bungee collar with a quick-release buckle is hands down the quickest/easiest for everyday use.

[@candlelove0952]

A Labrador! They are the most loved and most popular breed for countless years in a row ! 😁🖤💛🤎

[@Brianbrandfas]

From those choices, I'd say German Shepherd, certainly the most popular breed in my house with 4 currently :) Thanks for this video, I also use the bungee straps and was actually wondering the other day what the pro's thought of them. Glad to see that great minds think alike. P.S. Lakota (don't know if I'm spelling it right) is beautiful.

[@tomdavisofficial]

Yes that's how you spell it! Thanks so much!

[@susan.amankowski2884]

Pit bull terrier followed by the German Shepherd.

[@spyderk1227]

I would love to see the next video where you talk about how often to use the collar, when to remove it, etc.!

[@tittiesferdays]

Agree

[@annmariegarko-hill436]

How do you recommend the dog wear the ecollar if you also have pet containment collar (ex/ invisible fence)?

[@laravaghela5942]

Hope you doing well, my question is, are garmin delta sport xc good ecollar for pure breed siberian husky. It would be great help if you answer this question.

[@diddabelle8884]

Got my bungee coming so he’s comfy but oh my goodness only been using it a day inside with him with obedience he already knows and the difference in him is just incredible he’s so excited to work and it’s like suddenly we are on the same level with our communication

[@miguegd]

I bought the “no bad dogs” 280c and my dog is a golden retriever, should I buy a longer contact point?

[@desiraenelson4531]

If i ha e the dogtra on my dog, where would i have his prong collar on below or above the e collar

[@gregcameron9953]

I am looking to introduce the e-collar to my 4 year old shi poo. Is the 280c ok? Says built compact enough for smaller dog's. Says 10lbs plus and he is 25lbs. Not over weight just large male for his breed. I wanted this one to use on larger dog's down the road also. Dogtra has a smaller one with plastic contacts but don't think work well with medium to large dog's!!

[@halla1968]

Wow Tom, God was on on your side and the dogs. i no longer have my Tritronics E-collar when I had Tigger and Kitana. I ended up giving it away to my nephew in the Philippines. He also is a Dog Trainer I purchased another e-collar but lost the charger, the different levels of the pin attachments and Remote. But I found the collar with the unit. I believe it was also by Tritronics. If I cant get the accesories for it. I will look into the Dogtra. Another effective tool that assists getting the proper attention and results. I remember after the dog learns what we teach them with the unit. I then pretty much put it away and used it for "Re-Current Training". Again, I need that Re-current training on How to Properly Use the E-Collar.

[@spyderk1227]

I'm new to remote collars, and my biggest struggle is getting the right fit! It feels so tight on them, yet if it isn't tight, it moves around. I did just order bungee collars for my 3 dogs, from the educator site. I'm hoping that helps me feel like I'm using it correctly.

[@oni3953]

Any update on your opinion on the bungee i just ordered a bungee for my dog

[@LauraHopkinsCDL]

I need a bungy collar . Here they are around £35. I find longer contacts not worth the hassle. My very thick coated collie has standard contacts ,I just put more effort in putting it on. I part the fur in straight line ,place the contacts and do it up.I then have to pull the fur through. Really great video Tom. My Collie had severe Pica and chasing industrial mowers etc. That is when I collar conditioned her. Shame the politics is ruining our tool box. They are not SHOCK ,they have a stimulation same as a tens unit. Thanks Tom : )

[@anne-mariemcisaac403]

I am really looking forward to your video on when to take the e-collar on and off. 😊

[@tomdavisofficial]

Anne-Marie McIsaac awesome, thanks so much!

[@magdalenastutz9200]

I’m going to say a German Shepard is the most popular dog breed. Thank you so much for these e-collar videos. I have been considering one for a while but I am very nervous about it. Hopefully with further education I can become more comfortable.

[@tomdavisofficial]

THANKS FOR LEARNING!

[@seanstewart2344]

Is it possible to fit the collar on a harness and locate it either on the chest or back? Thinking it would be easy to make an all in one solution. Any reason this would be bad or not work?

[@kitkatkamo2100]

would love to see a video of you working obedience with your dogs! idk why but when you called her I loved her eagerness

[@captainpackage7]

Going to guess B Malinois, gut says A but going with an outside guess. Personal favorite of the 3 is Bulldog. Something about girth to leg ratio is entertaining

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thanks for watching Mitch!

[@deliavickers360]

Wow, that's a powerful bit of your history! I'm going to be using a Dogtra collar when I get my next door!!!

[@tomdavisofficial]

Yes, thanks for watching!

[@LaneyandherGermanShepherds]

I just got 2 after 43 years of GSDs anyhow ,I like it I need the bungie but not till I back to work .But what about during storms? I worry they will get shock during Thunderstorms

[@ekortness9914]

Great back story. makes total sense. I would love to be able to train like you. :)

[@cherylschaeffer7832]

According to the AKC, it's the labrador retriever. Nice video, Tom. Love Lakota..she's beautiful and so well trained:)

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thanks Cheryl!

[@candlelove0952]

Cheryl Schaeffer yup you are right! It is the Labrador!

[@leisalangenbach]

A - German Shepherd. Great information. Thank you!

[@tomdavisofficial]

Leisa Knauff thanks so much!

[@dejfcold]

what the hell. It's so hard to find some bungee collars to buy :D I can find images just fine, but nothing to buy. It always shows the bungee leashes. Do we call these differently in europe or something? I did find one, but I don't think the price is right ... pretty much the same price like for HS prong. I could probably just DIY, but I'm not sure if that's a good approach. I did get an elastic one, but it's hard to adjust when it's on.

[@hazelbarks]

hi tom! i need to know, can i use a prong with an e collar? if i can: where would i place what? would the e collar go above the prong or below it? thanks!

[@caitlinw2201]

You can use it either way. I like to have prong as the top collar personally

[@dzorba68]

GSD is the most popular. A great video topic would be to teach a dog to bark on command. I have seen and heard you say “watch it” with Lacota and she barks .

[@newlyenlightened8775]

It's not that hard. When my GSD barked, I associated it with a hand signal and just kept repeating it with treats at first, of course. It's a great little game we play because it's a time when he's free to be a dog.

[@dzorba68]

@@newlyenlightened8775 Thank you very much. Makes sense and I will try that

[@karenkearney755]

Thanks for your story!

[@lovemycanon]

Bungee cord attachment?? Didn't see the link on amazon.

[@justinmarshall6001]

TOM SERIOUS QUESTION!! When are we getting more I speak dog x no bad dogs merch. Would love to get my hands on that camo hoodie you are wearing in the video!

[@tomdavisofficial]

Awe we have NBD but not ISD currently

[@vernabarkley4403]

What food does Lakota eat? Her coat is so shiny and beautiful! 😍

[@davidfayle7654]

Hey Tom, I have a reactive goldendoodle that I have been struggling with for a while. Would a 2 week board and train be enough time? I’m just worried because it is a big decision. Thanks

[@tomdavisofficial]

David Fayle 2 weeks is okay, the more the better

[@davidfayle7654]

Upstate Canine Academy Ok thank you Tom for the reply!

[@thatonedog819]

I have issues with my dog getting hot spots under her ecollar (dogtra arc). She doesn't even wear a normal flat collar because it rubs hair off and causes a lot of irritation. I just switched contact points to the scg 401k contact points. I hope that helps. Also thinking of getting the bungee adapter.

[@tw2889]

Your dog might be allergic or sensitive to the metal to the contact points, or you have the collar up to high.

[@rowdy7819]

Before I watched your videos I was against e collars as I thought they were “shock” collars. Since watching your videos I have totally changed my mindset on how I now view them as a training aid and I have purchased one and I’m learning how to use it throw your videos and I am saving to purchase your model of Dogtra. I’m just hoping that the e collar ban in UK doesn’t go into affect and instead the group of e collar uses over here can hopefully convince the government to put restrictions into place and make training with qualified e collar trainers mandatory. I also think that cheap collars from places like Amazon should be banned instead of all collars including Dogtra ones. Tom have you thought about publishing a book on how to use a e collar to train a dog and how to pick the right sort of e collar.

[@clintmartin3090]

Needed long prongs on mine for my husky boi. Also, probably a bulldog!

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thanks Clint!

[@kristenlaidlaw3638]

I bought the long contacts for my husky too but I still can't get consistency and can't go tighter. I'm really having problems. Did you have success? What level does he feel it.

[@suzanned5859]

Have you ever tried the collar on yourself? Just curious. I have heard you say collar was very low level shock and not painful so I was curious if you had tried it. I think before I ever considered using such a thing on my animal I would need to know how it felt because the dogs can't talk you know.

[@jessicadickert3513]

Suzanne D Tom has clients try them!!! It’s on video here somewhere on his channel. I’m sure he has tried it himself, I have also. It’s not bad

[@suzanned5859]

@@jessicadickert3513 Thanks. Can someone link the video where people put on the collar?

[@jessicadickert3513]

Dogtra is the only E we use

[@cindyrusso4144]

German Shepherd of course!

[@naamaovadia]

is the bungee cord can work with dogtra 200C?

[@makoyskisanskiz2173]

Did you use the vibrate mode or the shock mode?

[@allenballard377]

It all depends on who's research is used LOL. However, the most popular is the Bulldog. BUT the German Shepard claims to be the # 1

[@tomdavisofficial]

Agreed!

[@Bobakradbin]

So many e-collars out there? What brand do you recommend?

[@leighaoistad2635]

two of the most popular ones are dogtra and mini educator/e collar technologies. Personally, I'm getting the mini educator. I'd say any e collar that seems really cheap probably isn't going to be good. Try to look for collars $170+ and do plenty of research on the brand before purchasing

[@stevesdaysoff2759]

Hello and love your channel. What's the best E COLLAR to buy. Thanks Steve from England

[@annad5529]

German Shepherd, I have to say I"m Extremely partial to them myself!!!

[@tomdavisofficial]

Anna D thanks for watching Anna!

[@Alyssa-ge5uk]

Scary but awesome story to how you got to where you are now, Tom :) I believe the answer to the trivia is probably between the Labrador retriever and the German shepherd

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thanks for watching!

[@jessicadickert3513]

The bungee e collar strap doesn’t seem too reliable for proper timed correction, on the fly or after a recall etc. seems like it would need tightened after each send or recall, ball play back to obedience. Also, the leash with the metal ring on the end is easily dangerous upon correcting a dog if not held onto constantly. I’ve seen it. But I like your amazon list! Thanks for sharing. Dogtra is agreeably the best brand.

[@Taureantiger888]

Which collar would you recommend than?

[@taylort5402]

Hello loving the videos they are very helpful! Do you have a book or plan on making a book? Would love to buy one and learn from the best!

[@nessabeanable]

Looking for the sessions 4 and 5 for the e collar

[@moxierower1806]

The bulldog, GSD and lab

[@tomdavisofficial]

Lol! Thanks for watching!

[@parkesjos]

I have a 11 pound chihuahua mix who was doing great with his recall training. However, I had a scary experience on a hike recently when his prey drive took over an I almost lost him. I went to the dogtra website and their weight filter, to help you select an ecollar, only goes down to 15 lbs. Are ecollars safe for smaller dogs?

[@diddabelle8884]

For my pup (8 months cocker spaniel x jack Russel ) who’s smaller I got a bungee coller custom measured on Etsy so I knew it would fit him perfectly for his size

[@packovanimals]

German Shepherd dog 🐕 💜💜💜💜

[@randir.3080]

So helpful

[@catsae6829]

Where can I get your vest!!! love it

[@juanacarrasquillo6602]

German Shepherd all the way ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@tiffanyarmstead4148]

Your awesome

[@frgttensoldier89]

Therez much better bungie collars. I used that one and the cord pulled at my dogs fur and left huge scabs. Ecollar tech has a really nice one with a loop of bungie

[@febrhje7634]

anyone knows how long the contact points should be for a golden retriever?

[@aly5386]

What system do u have? Dogtra or mini educator?

[@febrhje7634]

@@aly5386 mini educator

[@aly5386]

Febr Hje I would go with either the long haired points or the winged points. They have them on Amazon or on the mini educator website.

[@febrhje7634]

@@aly5386 and for a dogtra arc?

[@ianmckenzie5303]

GSD no doubt👍😎

[@chrismcm7552]

Going to go with lab, at least here in Canada 😁

[@chrismcm7552]

Oh crap, it was was multiple choice! A)?

[@mirmirbaxter8474]

Must be where u live in Canada bc I see more Shappards in my area.

[@jessicacruz4509]

Germán shepherd and pit bull

[@AzlianaLyana]

The answer is German Shepherd :)

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thanks for watching! :)

[@ireneweber5664]

A German Shepherds... I have 🐕🐕🐕

[@godwarriorheaven6496]

I HAVE A QUESTION, COMMUNITY OR TOM? PLEASEEEEEEE WHEN I PLACE ECOLLAR ON MY DIOS SHE SHAKES HER HEAD RIGHT AFTER AND IT SLIDES SOME, WHAT TO DO? I KNOW ITS TIGHT ENOUGH I CAN SLIDE 2 FINGERS. I DONT WANT TO CHOCKE HER WITH IT. 🤣🤣

[@DogLover_365]

That’s completely fine. It’s not going to be perfect but as long as it’s not to loose it’s good.

[@godwarriorheaven6496]

@@DogLover_365 thank you. 😊

[@miriammorris3211]

A-German Shepherd

[@pabloq6467]

Toms trivia German Shepherd

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thanks for watching Pablo!

[@finleythegolden2909]

German shepherd is my answer

[@alexusjovan8848]

Shocked dogs DO connect their handlers with getting shocked (another popular argument of e-collar proponents is that dogs don’t realize it’s their handler shocking them. This study dispels that myth.)

[@bawagnerr]

My trivia answer is German Shepard

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thanks Beth!

[@deliavickers360]

Lab

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thanks Delia! I appreciate you watching!

[@christophergoodlad9924]

Support

[@tomdavisofficial]

LOVE IT! Thank you!

[@campbte85]

Where's the "next video" on when to remove or put on?

[@benburns5995]

I would say that the most popular dog would be a German Shepard.

[@LaneyandherGermanShepherds]

Lassie

[@bunnyofdoom87]

A) German Shepherd!

[@harryallen2830]

Hello

[@tomdavisofficial]

Hi!

[@SawBladeXDX]

I would think german shepard. it at least the breed i'm looking at for a new puppy.

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thanks for watchng!

[@mjsdogtraining2191]

99% of my clients are shepherds. So I'm going to say A. Next would be Labradors

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thanks for watching!

[@brunocasper1533]

Mest popular dog : Labrador retrievers

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@williamgigabit4556]

I don't see one inch bungee strap

[@justbob7645]

I'd guess German Shepherd Dog

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thanks Bob!

[@BrianBirmingham13078]

German Shepherd

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thanks for watching!

[@bobprice4250]

Golden retriever

[@samanthasalvaggio1191]

Labrador retriever

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thanks for watching Sam!

[@newlyenlightened8775]

Shepard

[@schmidt28117]

labs

[@highserenity49]

The e-collar works great on my dog when she wears it, but SHE, of course, KNOWS when it is not on. I don't want to have to keep it on her everyday, all day......I also don't want to rely on having a remote in my hand at all times......What to do when your dog KNOWS the difference?????

[@andrewlocke4609]

german shepard

[@carlamaclay4760]

Most Popular: Labrador retriever

[@debrawiegert1348]

A

[@meganmclelland4860]

C

[@jordanshepherd4733]

B mailnois

[@afox9730]

I would have to say German Shepard

[@MichellePieon]

Never in my life did I ever have to use a shock collar for training my dogs. I’ve trained recall through positive reinforcement. 4 dogs and never had issues off leash.

[@umartirmizi]

MichellePieon it’s not a shock collar. It’s a remote collar

[@amber9307]

👋🏼🇺🇸🦋♥️💙😊

[@tomdavisofficial]

Thanks for watching Amber!

[@amber9307]

Upstate Canine Academy My pleasure. And sorry I just do emojis. I never know what to comment. So I just comment emojis. 🙄

[@mahakhalil1]

The way you're saying this makes it sound like these remote collars are the only way to have a perfectly off-leash trained dog, and that is simply not true... I might even say it's a bit lazy... The situation with the train happened because you had your dog off-leash before you had trained him properly to obey off-leash, a mistake that many people make, trusting their dog off leash too soon or without sufficient training... Anyway, I'm not saying these e-collars should never ever be used with any dog ever, but I think they should only be used when absolutely necessary, and they are NOT necessary for having a perfectly well-trained dog.

[@mahakhalil1]

(BTW, I"m a dog trainer too, and I never use them.)

[@kiraelric2685]

Every dog is different many are high prey driven dogs and i know without a doubt my dog would be long gone if i didn't use an e collar i tried without one for the first 5 months of his life every day taking him out on trails but being an elkhound whatever he smells is going to be more interesting than me. He always came back but i would have to stand there and wait for him to realize i wasnt following him. I have it on him but i dont really need to use it now but its there to take control when necessary. I dont think its lazy i think its being responsible and its a faster way to teach the dog to come when called and less of a headache.

[@tomdavisofficial]

I'm not saying it's the only way, I am saying It's the only way to actually be able to touch your dog completely off-leash. To say they should only be used when absolutely necessary tells me how much you don't know about the collar. It's just a wireless remote instead of a flat leash...

[@tomdavisofficial]

Can you send me over your website and some training videos of you training your client's dogs? I looked on your page and couldn't find one dog training video.

[@tomdavisofficial]

​@@kiraelric2685 100%, it's so easy to assume things when you have never educated yourself nor used the equipment. I can say the same exact thing when I hear other people say "it's lazy" that is so unreal to hear. Am I lazy because I want to use power tools to build a house? Am I lazy because I want to fly somewhere instead of walk? Being lazy is not being exploratory in your professional field and opening your toolbox up to benefit your clients.

[@accufab]

None of the above - it’s a Labrador.

[@lovelessdecuir2949]

He rambles way to much! Get to the point and end the video.