Havahart Wireless Radial Shaped Dog Fence System

Havahart Wireless Radial Shaped Dog Fence System are easy to install, fast to set up, no wires to bury no need for trench digging.A wireless dog fence is a device used to prevent a dog from leaving the yard. The Havahart Wireless Radial Shaped Dog Fence System plugs directly into the wall, which transmits a signal to the electronic collar on the dogs neck.  Wireless dog fences are ideal for flat plots of land without many obstructions.

Here is a video that shows you an overview of the Havahart Wireless Radial Shaped Dog Fence System

So the most important question that most people ask is how does it work?

How long does it take to set up?

What size dogs is this suitable for?

Do I have to train my dog?

How many dogs can you have with this system?

So let's answer the first question How does the Havahart Wireless Radial Shaped Dog Fence System work?

The system forms a circular shaped boundary when the dog gets to close to the boundary the controller which is mounted to a wall in your house sends out a signal to the dog and the collar will give your dog a minor static jolt if it attempts to pass through the wireless dog fence and this will teach your dog that he can only go so far.You will have to take time out to train your dog but we will talk about that a little later.

When you put the collar onto your dog make sure it's not to tight or loose, (you should be able to slot one finger in between the collar and your dogs neck)To tight and your dog will feel uncomfortable and you could damage your dog to loose and your dog may remove it and loose it and buying a replacement will damage your wallet.

There is a special transceiver built into the collar that sends a radio transmission to the receiver box inside. With the havahart® wireless dog fence system they have made 3 enhancements that make this system far more reliable then some other brands on the market. They make this system with an enhanced signal strength, a smarter interface so this makes for more reliable communication between the dog collar and the controller. Because of this the communication between the special collar and the controller the accuracy of the distance of the dog to the fence gives you a more reliable results.

If you like watching video's the guys at havahart® have made one for you explaining the technology behind the nanoLOC TRX 2.4 GHz transceiver chipsets. It's very interesting.

How the Havahart Wireless Radial Shaped Dog Fence System works video

The next question how long will it take to setup.

According to the manufactures it should take about an hour to complete the installation. We would probably advice you to give yourself a little more time, it really depends on how big your yard is.

The guys at havahart® wireless dog fence have also produced this video which shows you how to set up the whole system. Have a look we think this is really helpful it's about 10 minutes long but it does show you how easy it is to set up.

What's in the Box

•  Specifications of Controller (6-1/2 by 5-1/4 x 1-1/4 inches; 12-1/8 inches in height with antennas attached)
• 10-foot AC adapter power cord
• Removable wall-mount adhesive strips
• Screw
• Wall anchor
• Havahart Wireless Collar (comes with factory installed long probes)
• 2 rechargeable RCR123 batteries for collar
• Battery charger
• Extra set of collar probes for short-haired dogs
• Heart-shaped collar tester
• 75 training flags
• Instructional DVD
• Instruction manua
• Quick Setup Guide

So you will need

1. Scissors
2. Drill
3. Tape measure
4. Screwdriver
5. Pliers
6. Permeant Marker
7. Isopropyl Alcohol
8. A soft Cloth

The first thing you will need to do is to install the Havahart controller ( this will need to be placed at the center of the containment area).

It will also need to be placed near a 120v AC outlet. you will also have to make sure that the controller is 3 feet away from mirrors or large metal objects e.g ovens, fridge's and microwaves.

Once you have found the perfect spot measure the wall, the havahart® wireless electric fence controller needs to be attached to the wall 6 foot from the ground.

Once you have attached the controller to the wall connect the power and press enter on the unit. Then get the collar make sure you have charged the battery up before you start the set up otherwise is will not work.

You will then need to setup the collar to the unit so use the menu on the controller unit. Once this is done you can start sorting out the boundary area. This is also done using the unit. Remember when you are setting up the boundary to make sure that you are at least 10 feet away from any roads or walkways. Decide on the distance this can be anything from 40 – 400 feet. Once you have done this is time to go outside and set up the big circle of flags. These should be placed every 6 feet.

That's it you have set up your Havahart Wireless Radial custom-shape Dog Fence System

Next question What size dogs is this suitable for?

This wireless dog fence is designed for any breed of dog, but they have to be older than 6 months and weigh more than 8 pounds. The Havahart dog collar weighs 3.7 ounces and  the size of the collar well it will fit a dogs neck from 7-17 inches. One thing to remember is the collar should not be left on the dog for more than 12 hours.
   

Havahart Wireless Radial Shaped Dog Fence System – Do I have to train my dog?

The short answer to this is yes if you thought you could just install the system and let the dog out in the yard and it will work then we are afraid you will be very disappointed. Havahart have also included in their instruction manual a training plan for you to work with.

Without the Proper training this system will not work and it's a  crucial element to ensure the safe and successful operation of your Havahart Wireless Dog Fence.

It is important that you follow the instruction manual and complete the entire training process without skipping any phases. Proper training is your most valuable key to success!
You will need to keep training sessions short and frequent–approximately 15 minutes long, 2-3 times a day for approximately 16 days.   

Dog training sessions should be fun but remember to be firm, be consistent and most importantly patient. Always end  a dog training session on a high with lots of playtime and praise and most of all have fun with your dog.

Days 1-3 Training

The start of the training will make sure you dog will become familiar and comfortable with the Training Flags. When you start the training your dog should be wearing the Havahart Wireless Collar, but the wireless electric dog fence should be TURNED OFF.

Days 4-7

So the next phase is to introduce your dog to the trigger zone you will be using the wireless collar again but this time you will use the tone-only setting on the system. In these lessons you will be teaching your dog to move away from the training flags when he hears the tone.

Days 8-11

You will be using a low static correction level to stop you dog going beyond the trigger zone.

Days 12-15

This is where you will teach your dog to ignore distractions outside if the wireless dog fence zone so your dog will not be tempted to leave the fence.

Day 16 and Beyond

This is the day that you will remove the leash, this will allow you dog to move around in the wireless fence area. Make sure you dog is comfortable in the roaming area, keep an eye on him and keep monitoring his behavior after a couple of weeks you can start taking away the training flags, just take every other flag away, every few days until they have all been removed.

Every dog is very different so some dogs might take a lot longer to train but if you put in the effort they will get there in the end.

To make sure you succeed with the Radial-Shape Wireless Dog Fence, you should be:

• You must be Willing to spend up to 1 hour or more to get the wireless dog fence systems properly installed.
• You must be Willing to spend 15 minutes 3 times a day for 16 days to train your dog using the Radial-Shape Wireless Dog Fence.
• The Trigger Zone may correct your dog anywhere within the 6-13 feet wide zone.

So now for the good points

• This system is faster to set up than a traditional underground pet fence because there are no wires to bury or attach to any fixed objects, so if you every need to move you can take it with you.
• A fraction of the size of competitive systems, the sleek 5-inch tall fence controller allows for ideal yet discrete placement in your home, giving your dog the maximum Roaming Area.
• The easy-to-read digital LCD screen lets you set the exact distance of your fence boundary and customize correction levels for up to 2 dogs in just a few simple steps.
• With boundary breach and low Collar battery alerts, you can keep track of what is most precious to you.
• Built-in memory for the Controller will remember all settings in the event of a power outage or system disconnection.
• Havahart Wireless Collar comes with two sets of correction probes: Short probes for short-haired dogs and long probes for long or thick-haired dogs.
• The Collar requires one RCR123 battery for operation. Battery life is dependent on how frequently the dog tests the Trigger Zone as well as the degree of your dog's activity. Typical battery life is 1-3 days. 2 Batteries come with the system so you can always keep one charged with the Battery charger that's included in the pack.
• Wireless dog fence products are approved by the humane society and regarded as safe devices for pets.

   And now for the the down side

•  Only two Havahart Wireless Collars can be used with the wireless fence, and it will be an additional cost to you to purchase a second collar.
• Havahart Wireless Radial Shaped Dog Fence System will not be right for every yard if you have aluminum siding, or your yard is heavily wooded or you have lots of slopes and hills this may challenge the Radial-Shape Wireless Dog Fence.
• Also you do need to put in the time and effort to train your dog.
   

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