Originally Posted by Nancy1999 (Post 3022892)

It call "Dog Repeller", I got it at the Amazon link. Amazon.com: Pet Parade Dog Repeller and Training Aid: Kitchen & Dining

Originally Posted by YorkieMom6 (Post 3022901)

That is the one we have. I have only had to use it like 3 times. Zoey started going into a phase where she would bark constantly in the evening to dictate when she got attention and it got really bad. I used it a couple of times, following the directions explicitly and only pressing it and quickly releasing and worked fantastic. I used it one other time when she was hearing DH in the basement and would not stop barking for anything. I do not mind a little barking and agree it is natural and instinctual however, when she uses barking to lead me .... it has to be nipped in the butt. I am so thankful for its effectiveness and the limited number of times I have had to use it.

Note that I had to physically walk to the other side of the room (which was okay) but important to mention. Also as a Warning... pay attention to where all pets are at the time you use it. I noticed that my kitty who was across the room, also was 'notified' that no more barking was permitted.:rolleyes:

Originally Posted by Nancy1999 (Post 3022769)

We got ours Saturday, first I want to say, that the directions give some pretty specific advice. Point the Dog Repeller directly at the dog from 5-6 feet away, and it's effective up to 20 feet. Give the verbal command, and press button for one or two seconds. Repeat steps until your dog responds. Do NOT use on your pet within a foot of you pet, in other words don't get up too close.

Originally Posted by mommadog1 (Post 3023164)

I use it as directed. And sometimes you have no choice but to use it when they are close to it, like when they are right on top of me or next to me. I ALWAYS give the "quiet" command before I ever use it.

But if you look at the ratings on this item it is almost split down the middle. I looked on other review sites about it besides amazon. So some dogs it works some it doesn't..

Last night Pennie started barking at 2 am wanting something from one of the other dogs. She does this A LOT.. I told her quiet, she ignores me. so I pointed it at her said quiet and clicked the button, she stopped for a few seconds, I praised her..then she did it again, and we did the whole thing over again about 3 times before she finally shut up..LOL.. she is cute but this bossy voice of hers is going to stop! especially at 2 am...

cute little brat;)

Originally Posted by Nancy1999 (Post 3023191)

Well, we have to remember it's a training aid, not a magic box. I think we are all looking for a magic box, and it seems to have a little magic, but it's still a training aid. If not use properly, you could teach your dog to bark more, or get aggressive. I wouldn't use it if she were really close, I think you do have a choice, it's not convenient, but you might damage her ears, if you use it when she's too close, or she could learn to ignore it.

Same with the clicker training system, there's nothing magic about it, but if you can train a person to use it properly, it can be a wonderful aid in trick training.

Originally Posted by mommadog1 (Post 3023274)

But I NEED a magic box...LOL:D

But yes you are right, it is indeed a training aid. I was just in the living room trying to get mine to stop. This time everyone quit barking (even my cocker..shrug) but Mindy I had to do it about 4 times before it worked. I guess sometimes we do just want that magic to happen;)

Originally Posted by Nancy1999 (Post 3022769)

We got ours Saturday, first I want to say, that the directions give some pretty specific advice. Point the Dog Repeller directly at the dog from 5-6 feet away, and it's effective up to 20 feet. Give the verbal command, and press button for one or two seconds. Repeat steps until your dog responds. Do NOT use on your pet within a foot of you pet, in other words don't get up too close.

Joey was barking Saturday, and didn't obey my verbal command, so from about 8 feet away, I pointed the Dog Repeller at him said "Quiet" and held for no more than one second, it was pretty much press down and immediately release, a light goes on to show you it is working. Joey stopped barking, and just looked at me, he didn't wince or act like he was in any type of pain, but he just looked at me like "What the heck?" I expected to use it again to give more details, but he hasn't been barking much since Saturday, and stops when I tell him "quiet", so I can't really test this thoroughly, he's never gone a whole day without barking. Lol, I need to call the cable guy. Anyway, I did want to remind others not to use it from too close a range. Do not let kids play with this either.

Originally Posted by jadabug (Post 3029743)

I have been following this thread all week. I am going to try this product. My two go ballistic over doorbells on the tv or other dogs on tv and anyone coming to the door. I don't mind them barking to let us know someone is at the door but they get out of control. My only problem is my DH he likes to get them barking and does stuff to get it escalated. I may have to get a bark collar for him and use it on him when he gets them going and use the bark repel for them:D I am constantly telling him not to urge them to bark for no reason.