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As with any gadget, there are ways to use and maintain the bark collar that will give you more life out of your purchase. Environment, frequency of use and care all contribute to the longevity of the bark collar. Here are five useful tips to prolong the life of your bark collar: Regularly inspect the bark collar and clean off debris. Things like dirt and sand all contribute to microscopic scratches that can erode material barriers over time. To minimise their effect, regularly wipe every nook and cranny of the collar and belt. Be especially mindful after trips to the garden, dog park...

I was walking my dog Axel the other day when I passed by a house with dad and son outside at the front of their house. Garage door was wide open and their dog was hanging around with them unsecured. As I passed by, their dog started walking towards me and immediately both dad and son yelled at him to stop and go inside. Their tone was angry and disproportionately so to the situation at hand. The dog was simply behaving according to the situation their owners created. If they couldn’t trust their dog around strangers, then why was the dog...

As part of our commitment to responsible dog ownership, we drafted a pledge that reminds us dog owners of what responsible dog ownership means and to use dog training products with care and concern. The urban environments we have created for our pets often don’t sync with their nature and that’s when what’s considered “problem behaviours” start. We encourage all pet owners, including our valued customers, to place the safety and well-being of your pets paramount when considering strategies for training your dogs. You can read and commit to our Responsible Dog Owner’s Pledge by clicking the link on our home page menu. Thank you and have...

If you're a dog owner, one of the most important things you can do for your furry friend is to make sure they get plenty of socialisation. This means exposing them to a variety of different people, animals, and situations in a safe and positive way. Why is socialisation so important? Here are just a few reasons:1. Helps prevent behavior problems: Dogs that haven't been properly socialised are more likely to develop behavior problems, such as fear aggression, anxiety, and excessive barking. By socializing your dog early and often, you can help prevent these issues from developing.2. Improves their overall...

The Case of Max, the Terrorising Terrier Max, our next door neighbour’s 11-year-old terrier who was adopted as a pup, is not only a mad barker when there are strangers within the vicinity of their fence, he would also escape outside as soon as he sees an opening and often with the intention of attacking another dog. Max attempted to bite our dog Rocco who bit back, resulting in Max visiting the vet hospital emergency. The whole time we witnessed Max grow from a pup to a mature dog, he has been the same ball of aggressive, anxious energy. The owners have tried three different bark collars and even...