Shock Collars?

What do you all think about using shock collars for training? Do you need it? Does it make things easier? I was just wondering what works best for you and your dog when training and hunting.

I've said it before, and I will say it again. There are really only two e-collar companies...Tri-Tronics and Dogtra. Anything else and you are gambling.

I have to go with Mickey and say Tri-tronics. Two reasons: 1)very reliable and good battery life (current collar will run 3-4 days before re-charge). 2)DURABLE - My year old English Setter ran in front of my truck, and I ran her over with front right tire, back of head/neck/front shoulder area, and am VERY lucky she is alive. Best we can figure is Tri-tronics collar took brunt of the weight of truck. Had to super glue collar back to the receiver, and but a little silicon sealer to keep water tight, but Tri-tronics collar took a beating but still works like a charm. I will be upgrading in the near future as my collar is getting close to 10 years old and isn't expandable to multiple dogs, and will definitely stay with Tri-tronics. Just my 2 cents.

Mack Daddy, I prefer using Tri-Tronics. It's user friendly, good customer service, and it's made in the USA! I tried using SD, not a fan and it not made in US. It all comes down to personal preference and what works for you.

What brand do you guys think is better Tri-Tronics or Sport Dog? I was looking at them on macks prairie wings site and was wondering which one would be better.

A lot of work to do yet before FF. Collar conditioning can already be done with. 2 pups in my yard now under 6 months. Both get excited to wear their necklace. They think it is play time. The way it should be at that age.

TY, any hesitation I had was put to ease by Grouse Addict who purchased an Upland collar from you a few years back. I appreicate it. Let me know when my collar comes in. Thanks again! Daniel

Just starting Formal Obedience. Doing excellent with solid hotdog training first. Still alot to work on.

Prerequisite for FFing is that all the puppy are out, and again that obedience is taught.

I suppose i could take the prongs off the innotek collar use the g3 for correction. that way she would learn the warning noises from the innotek. is 6m old a realistic age for force fetch + collar conditioning?

Starcraft- X2 on TY. Especially with that one shot system! Dandigger- I always like to spend my money locally if not at least in the state first. That and service is more important than price especially with TT. Since they have a strict MAP policy. Price is supposed to be the same across the board. TT's way of trying to help keep the doors open at the local sport shop. A few $20 sales add up for the little guy!

Collar condition first, than teach boundaries. But first a good solid foundation of obedience.

I have a 10 yearold innotek underground fence system. It has one shock option. "HARD AS HECK" My dog is rounding 5 months right now.. I plan on getting a tritronic g3.. Should i hold off on the fence till she is collar conditioned? Or should i teach her the bounderies using the g3 at a lower setting? My first dog i started the fence at 6 months.. what do you guys think? It would be a LONG summer without the fence.

$215.00 now!!?!? you my friend have a deal!

Dandigger, thats fine if you want to order from gun dog supply. You will pay $239.00 + tax which comes to $252.00. My price on a new G3 Sport Basic is $215.00 no tax and free shipping. Call me if interested 920-918-2838

TY4 do you have an online page or anything to order the TT Sport Basic G3?? I'll be in the market for one in the next couple days now that I have my tax returns!! otherwise I'd be fine with paying 239 at gundogsupply, who I've purchased other stuff from before and are very happy with.