Finding Your Dog's Working Level

1

Start Low

Begin at level 1 on the e-collar

2

Observe Carefully

Watch for subtle signs your dog notices the low-level stimulation

3

Find Working Level

Gradually increase until you see first sign of awareness

Signs Your Dog Notices the Stimulation

  • Ear twitch
  • Head tilt
  • Neck movement
  • Change in facial expression
  • Increased attention

Recall Training Steps

1
Throw Treat

Initial Setup

Throw treat away from you and wait. Do not let dog turn back until treat is finished.

Keep treats in training pouch/pocket, not in hands
Dog moves away →
2
E-collar

Pressure & Command

Press black 'S' button for low-level stimulation and call "[Name], come!"

Use leash/long line initially for guidance
Dog notices pressure
3
Marker

Release Pressure

Release button as soon as dog turns toward you or makes eye contact. This is their first reward.

Timing is critical - release immediately when dog responds
← Dog turns back
4
Marker

Mark Response

Use your clicker or verbal marker to mark the behavior. This is their second reward.

Mark immediately after releasing pressure
← Dog starts returning
5
Reward

Final Reward

Reward with a treat of equal or higher value when your dog returns. This is their third reward.

Move backward as dog returns to encourage speed
← Dog completes return

Pressure Timing Progression

1

Stage 1: Pressure Before Command

Press black 'S' button for low-level stimulation, then give recall command

Dog consistently responds to stimulation + command combination
2

Stage 2: Pressure After Command

Give recall command, then press black 'S' button for low-level stimulation if needed

Dog often responds to command before stimulation is needed
3

Stage 3: Variable Pressure

Mix between no stimulation, before command, and after command

Dog reliably recalls with or without stimulation

Training Progression

Basic

Inside Low Distraction

Empty room → Familiar room → Multiple rooms

  • Consistent response
  • Quick turns
  • Direct returns
Intermediate

Outside More Distractions

Backyard → Quiet park → Busy park

  • Reliable with movement
  • Ignores mild distractions
  • Maintains focus
Advanced

Advanced Off-Leash

Dog park nearby → Other dogs playing → Full off-leash

  • Solid with high distractions
  • Reliable at distance
  • Quick response time