Static Discharge Anti Bark Collars

Small dog bark collars of this type work on the principle of correction shock that is given to the dog on an event of its ceaseless barking. The shock is very mild, and it’s released whenever the collar detects sound vibrations due to the dog’s barking. Being short and light-weight, they have progressive levels of the static electric shocks that are given to the dog when it starts barking. The dog discovers quickly that its needless barking triggers the annoyance which in turn reduces the frequency of its bark drastically.

Regardless of the model and brand that you get, these collars are all weather resistant and waterproof, so that if it starts to rain or your dog gets wet, the collar still functions. The batteries are replaceable or rechargeable and the shock correction level is customizable depending on the size and nature of the dog. Because of this, they are cheap to operate, in addition to being effective.

Alternatives to Anti Bark Collars

The success of small dog bark collars has resulted in the creation of other types of collars, such as the spray collar and sonic collar for small dogs. The spray collar uses a small spray of citrus smell, instead of a static shock to correct excessive barking. This odor is unpleasant to the dog, but harmless to both dog and owner. Just like the static shock, the spray confuses the dog and stops it from barking. In a similar way, sonic collars substitute the static shock with a high pitched sound that only dogs can hear.

In Conclusion: This article explains some facts about bark collars for small breeds. It speaks a bit aboot the general nature of small dog bark collars. It also discusses the different types of anti bark collars that are available for small dogs.

Dogs bark:

- When they are lonely
- When they hear noises such as other dogs
- When their owners come home
- When they have to go out
- Sometimes at absolutely nothing

Remember barking is a normal dog behaviour. What you want to do is not stop the barking but teach your dog the right behaviour.

Puppies that show barking tendencies should not be praised for this behaviour. Attempts to stop the dog from barking in the form of touching or a soothing voice is only having the opposite effect
on the dog.

You are in fact reinforcing this behaviour.

Distractions sometimes work. Make a rattle can, which is usually just an aluminum can with some pennies in it, and then rattle it when the dog barks.

Dogs that bark when left alone may settle down if you leave a radio on low for them. Also when you are going out do not make a big fuss. That way your dog will see this as normal and that there is nothing to get worked up about.

When you first go out, only go for short periods of time and then increase your time out gradually. Again do not make a big fuss when you return.

Try putting your dog in another room by himself for short periods of time. This will also help him get used to being left alone.  As he adjusts to this, praise him only for his silence.

Remember all these methods take time and patience. Training does not happen overnight.

There are also bark collars that you can purchase. Some will spray the dog with a harmless solution when the dog barks.  Others emit a high pitch noise which will deter the dog from barking.

Remember which ever method you chose patience is the key. A trained dog is much more enjoyable to have around.

“The number one reason dogs end up in shelters is behaviour problems. The number one cause of deaths in dogs under one year of age is not Parvo, it is not Distemper, it is lack of obedience training. ”

Do you see a connection?

Don’t let your dog become one of these statistics!

Until next time

Maureen Brownell