Electronic dog collars

The term electronic collars for animals  collar to shock  is a term used to describe a family  collars (also called  e-collars  ,  Ecollars  ,  remote collar training  ,  zap collar  , or  electronic collar  ), providing  electrical shocks  with varying intensity and duration on the dog's neck (they can also be used elsewhere on the dog's body to achieve different learning effects) via a radio-controlled electronic gadget built into the dog's collar. Some collar models also include tone or vibration tuning as an alternative or in conjunction with shock. Others include integration with internet mapping and GPS capabilities to locate a dog or alert the owner.

They were first used in the 1960s to train hunting dogs, and the early collars were very strong. Many modern versions can reach very low levels of shock. Box collars are now available and have been used in a variety of applications, including behavioral change, listening and pet restraint training, as well as military, police, and service training. While similar systems are available for other animals, collars designed for domestic dogs are the most common   . 

Types of electronic collars for dogs, animals 

Pet restraint systems 

The most common use of impact collars are house restraint systems used to keep a dog in the border area without building a physical barrier. This use of shocks is increasingly popular in areas where local laws or homeowners associations prohibit the construction of physical fencing. Available systems include: fitting into the soil to maintain the aesthetics of the yard; above the floor to reinforce an existing barrier that did not contain a dog; and wireless systems that allow indoor use. Most home containment systems work by installing wire around the perimeter of the yard. [1]  As the dog approaches the perimeter, the collar is activated.

Control collars 

Control collars, electronic collars are used to prevent barking too long, too long or uncomfortable, so that they give a shock at the moment when the dog barks. The gate can be activated with a microphone or vibration, and some of the most advanced collars use sound and vibration to avoid the possibility of external sounds that activate the response.

Collar training or distance coaches 

Training dog collars are different in that better quality have many different levels and functions, can give different duration of stimulation, better quality stimulation and the possibility of wheezing or vibration, which is useful for getting the dog's attention. Proper training is essential for distance use, as abuse can lead to negative behavioral consequences. [2]  Many recommend that you consult a behavioral teacher or a certified training professional who has experience in impact collars for successful use.

Shear collars can be used in conjunction with  positive reinforcement  and / or using other principles of  operational conditioning  , depending on the trainer's methods, or as a form of  positive punishment  where shock is performed at the moment when unwanted behavior occurs to reduce the frequency of that behavior; or as a form of  negative reinforcement  where it is constantly stimulated to the point where the desired behavior occurs to increase the frequency of that behavior.

When using a collar collar, you should use those commands that dogs are familiar with. Observe your dog's behavior after using each command and if your dog does not respond correctly, push the transmitter button and repeat the command.

Remember that your goal is not to hurt your dog through an electronic collar, but to desire to learn the dog. Set the shock collar at the lowest level of stimulation and reward your dog with a special enhancement to reinforce his positive behavior.

Electric shock 

An electric shock  is a physiological reaction, feeling or injury caused by an electrical current through the body. They occur upon contact of the body with all sources of electricity, causing sufficient flow through the skin, muscles or hair.

In his textbook on training and behavior, Steven Lindsay wrote about the public's perception of the term "shock" and its use in describing training aids; "At low levels, the term shock is difficult to describe the effects created by electronic training collars as there is virtually no effect beyond the pulsating tingling or swelling of the sensation on the skin surface ... the word shock is laden with biased connotations, images of convulsive spasms and burns. and the consequences associated with extreme physical pain, emotional trauma, physiological breakdown and laboratory abuse ... the impetus or signal created by most modern devices is tightly controlled and presented to produce a specific set of behavioral and motivational responses to it. "  [3]

Technical considerations of electronic collars

Electric shock can be characterized by voltage, currents, waveform, frequency (waveforms), pulse rate and duration. Although voltage, current, and shock duration can be used to calculate the amount of energy used (in  Joules  ), these are not indicators of stimulus intensity or how the recipient can perceive it. Depending on the design, you can adjust the shockwaves so that the shock delivered is only slightly uncomfortable. Such variable adjustments are essential so that the collar can be adjusted to the level required by the dog as conditions change.

Chain strikes are sometimes referred to as "static shock"; static electricity, however, is  direct current  and has low energy. The shockers use  alternating current  . It is therefore inappropriate to refer to impact collars as they provide a static shock.

In order to achieve consistent impact, good contact must be made between the collar electrodes and the dog's skin (the collar must be fitted according to the manufacturer's instructions). Local humidity and individual changes in hair density, skin thickness and surface conductivity also affect the delivery of shock.

Role, its frequency, pulse rate, current, voltage and impedance are important factors in the likely response. "Many electronic collars seem to shift the intensity levels by changing the pulse duration or repetition, while keeping the output current and voltage relatively constant, depending on the electrode load." (Lindsay 2005, p. 573).

Individual differences in temperament, pain sensitivity, and susceptibility to dog traps mean that the shock settings need to be fine-tuned to produce a shock that the dog perceives as the only aversive enough to prevent the dog from engaging in unwanted behavior. Common stimuli such as noise, commands and even shocks may not affect a dog who is very aroused and focused on an activity such as hunting. 

Types of electronic collars for dogs, animals 

Pet restraint systems 

The most common use of impact collars are house restraint systems, which are used to keep a dog in a border area without building a physical barrier. This use of shocks is becoming increasingly popular in areas where local laws or homeowners ’associations prohibit the construction of a physical fence. Available systems include: installation in the ground to preserve the aesthetics of the yard; above the ground to reinforce an existing barrier that did not contain a dog; and wireless systems that allow indoor use. Most house restraint systems work by installing wire around the perimeter of the yard. [1]  As the dog approaches the perimeter, the collar is activated.

Control collars 

Control collars, electronic collars are used to prevent too loud, too long or unpleasant barking by causing a shock the moment the dog starts barking. You can activate the door with a microphone or vibration, and some of the most advanced collars use sound and vibration to avoid the possibility of external sounds activating the response.

Training collars or remote trainers 

Training collars for dogs differ in that they are better in quality, have many different levels and functions, can give different duration of stimulation, better quality stimulation and the possibility of whistling or vibration, which is useful for gaining dog attention. Proper training is essential for distance use, as abuse can lead to negative behavioral consequences. [2]  Many recommend that you consult a behavioral teacher or a certified training professional who has experience with impact collars for successful use.

Shear collars can be used in conjunction with  positive reinforcement  and / or using other principles of  operational conditioning  , depending on the coach's methods, or as a form of  positive punishment  where shock is performed at the time of unwanted behavior to reduce the frequency of such behavior; or as a form of  negative reinforcement  , where it is constantly stimulated until the desired behavior occurs to increase the frequency of that behavior.

At the beginning of using a collar collar, you need to use those commands that dogs are familiar with. Observe your dog's behavior after using each command, and if your dog does not respond properly, push the transmitter button and repeat the command.

Remember, your goal is not to hurt your dog through an electronic collar, but a desire to teach the dog. Set the shock collar to the lowest level of stimulation and reward your dog with a special treat to reinforce his positive behavior.

Electric shock 

Electric shock  is a physiological reaction, sensation or injury caused by an electric current through the body. They occur when the body comes in contact with all sources of electricity, which causes sufficient flow through the skin, muscles or hair.

In his textbook on training and behavior, Steven Lindsay wrote about the public perception of the term “shock” and its use in describing training aids; “At low levels, the term shock is hard to describe the effects created by electronic training collars, as there is virtually no effect beyond pulsating tingling or swelling sensation on the skin surface ... verbal shock is fraught with biased connotations, images of convulsive cramps and burns and the consequences associated with extreme physical pain, emotional trauma, physiological breakdown and laboratory abuse ... the stimulus or signal generated by most modern devices is heavily controlled and presented to produce a specific set of behavioral and motivational responses to it. "  [3]

Technical considerations of electronic collars

Electric shock can be characterized by voltage, currents, waveform, frequency (waveforms), pulse rate and duration. Although voltage, current, and duration of shock can be used to calculate the amount of energy used (in  Joules  ), these are not indicators of stimulus intensity or how the recipient can perceive it. Depending on the design, you can set the shocks so that the delivered shock is only slightly unpleasant. Such variable settings are essential so that the collar can be adjusted to the level needed by the dog as conditions change.

Chain impacts are sometimes called “static shock”; static electricity is  DC  and has low energy. Shockers use  alternating current  . Therefore, it is inappropriate to refer to impact collars as they provide static shock.

In order to achieve consistent strokes, good contact must be made between the electrodes of the collar and the dog's skin (the collar must be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions). Local humidity and individual changes in hair density, skin thickness and surface conductivity also affect the supply of shock.

The role, its frequency, pulse rate, current, voltage, and impedance are important factors in the likely response. "Many electronic collars seem to shift intensity levels by varying the pulse or repetition duration, while keeping the output current and voltage relatively constant depending on the electrode load." (Lindsay 2005, p. 573).

Individual differences in temperament, sensitivity to pain, and susceptibility to dog traps mean that shock settings need to be fine-tuned to cause a shock that the dog perceives as the only one aversive enough to prevent the dog from engaging in unwanted behavior. Common stimuli such as noise, commands, and even shocks may not affect a dog who is very aroused and focuses on an activity such as hunting.