GentleSteps™ Training
Humane. Safe. Simple.
GentleSteps™, Pet Stop-exclusive training, is a modern & incremental method that reduces commonly encountered issues in traditional containment training. We begin by using very low levels of collar stimulation. Just a tickle, during the critical training phase. Not only do pets learn boundaries faster with GentleSteps™, but training is also fun – whether your pet is sensitive & compliant, or needs more incentive to stay in the yard. The end result is a happier, healthier, safely contained pet that’s free to roam your property.
GentleSteps™ in Action
In this video:
- Pet Stop® dealer Mike Schultz, of Virginia, demonstrates GentleSteps™ Training
- Pet owners interact with their dog, Daisy, as she roams & learns
- Progression from mild-sensation, to correction-level Daisy respects
How GentleSteps™ Training Works
The days of painfully shocking your pet to teach them their new fence boundaries are in the past! GentleSteps™ training is extremely pet-friendly & humane – using low levels of gradaully-increasing correction to gently teach your pet their new fence, with little-to-no-stress, and certainly no painful zaps.
This method was designed to work seamlessly with our products – allowing us to train your pet to the fence faster & more efficiently. The use of positive-reinforcement & treats during training can even make GentleSteps™ training fun for both the pet & the owner!
With GentleSteps™, our receivers are designed with a broad range of settings, allowing for ultra-low levels of collar stimulation during the critical initial training phase. This allows your dog to feel stress-free, and secure in the safety of your yard.
These low levels of stimulation resemble a tickle – like a static discharge from touching a doorknob. As your dog roams the yard, and begins to understand the boundary, we will explain how to gradually reach a correction-level that you dog respects. This unique soft-touch training method allows Pet Stop® clients to focus on more positive experiences with their dog, such as freedom in the yard to run and play.
Just like us, each individual pet’s personality & learning curve are different. We are committed to working with you to customize the training experience to what best suits your pet, and provide the initial training to get you started. Most pets are trained to the fence in less than 2 weeks. But if your pet requires follow-up training, we will gladly assist you. Our Unlimited Onsite Follow-up (provided with our standard-price and premium systems) is our promise to you, to ensure we meet & exceed your expectations.
Contact us today to learn more about our GentleSteps™ training.
GentleSteps™ on Install Day.
What Can I Expect?
Introduction to the Dog FenceAfter we carefully install your boundary wire, we’ll also place temporary flags to mark the boundary. One of our trained technicians will lead your pet from the house on a leash. They’ll explain the new boundary to you, and guide your pet so they can see it.
Next, we’ll allow your pet to experience a small correction when they approach the boundary. (We do this under tightly controlled conditions.) Our trainer will give a few light tugs on the leash, to help teach your pet to back away from the boundary upon the audible warning & correction. Once your pet returns to the safe area, our trainer will positively-reinforce the correct behavior of returning to the safe area. It is vitally important that your pet can trust everyone involved in their training. For this reason, nobody should ever attempt to call or tease your pet into the correction field.
Next, our trainer will explain your pet’s body language during training at each step, so you can understand how they’re responding. While the lesson is still fresh in your pet’s mind, our trainer will guide you & your pet around the rest of the boundary to reinforce the safety of the yard. Then, our trainer will lead your pet to another encounter with the boundary; repeat the technique to encourage them to back away from the boundary, and positively-reinforce the correct behavior. Once your pet has seen the entire yard, we’ll let them relax for a few minutes and usually present some treats to award the good behavior.
Answering any of your questions, to repeat the Training ProcessAfter a few minutes of your pet relaxing outside (after the introduction), our trainer will return to your house with you to explain the process once again – as well as how to gradually increase the correction-level as your pet learns the boundary. Every dog is different, and we want you to take all the time you need with us to make sure you understand.
We’ll answer all your questions to your satisfaction before we leave – that is our promise to you.
With just a few minutes once or twice a day repeating these training techniques, you will train your dog to enjoy your yard freely & play with the family off-leash, while respecting the new boundary. You all will benefit from years of peace of mind, and enjoy spare time doing what you want, outside, safe and together.
Observing Your Pet Throughout TrainingAfter we leave, and you have begun GentleSteps™, it will be time to gradually allow your pet to have more & more freedom outside. Observe their interactions with the boundary to help determine a correction-level they’ll respect. In just 10 days, you’ll be able to watch them play safely in their new world.
If you notice a change in your pet’s behavior, please let us know as soon as possible, so we can help determine how we need to modify your system or your pet’s training procedure. Pet Stop® makes it quick & easy to adjust your system – whether via the transmitter, or by the Link™ App for anyone with our Link™ EcoLite™ system. We have trained professionals available for this free service 5 days a week, and text support over the weekends – with response times of 24 hours or less.
Over time, you’ll find you need to observe your pet less & less, until you finally remove the flag boundary. Your dog will learn to trust both you and the system – even when you occasionally forget to put their collar on. We would suggest that you never stop observing your pets, just as you would one of your children. A quick glance outside every so often will give you plenty of warning, should you need to adjust something. You can now relax & know that you’re relying on the most dependable USA built equipment on the market today!
GentleSteps™ Training
Training Packages Offered
***Any of our Systems can be configured to have ONLY First Day Initial Training.
This is our most inexpensive training option available. (It is also built into the starting prices of each of our systems.) One of our technicians will walk your yard with you & your pet after installation, teach you how to train your pet to the boundary, and answer any questions you may have before leaving. Your participation is required.
Phone support for additional training is always available free of charge. But, if you need further onsite assistance, a $150 fee will be assessed to upgrade you to our First Initial Day, Plus Bonus Second Day & Unlimited Onsite Follow-Up Training.
***Any of our Systems can be configured to have First Day Initial Training, Plus Bonus Second Day & Unlimited Onsite Follow-Up Training.
This is the most popular training option available. (It is also built into the standard-price systems we offer.) One of our technicians will walk your yard with you & your pet after installation, teach you how to train your pet to the boundary, and answer any questions you may have before leaving. Your participation is required for this, any onsite follow-up assistance.
If you need us to come onsite again to help you with training, we will do so free of charge, and will come out as many times as necessary to ensure your pet is successfully trained to the system.
Like the First Initial Day of Training option, phone support is always available free of charge. This option could be considered “training insurance” for all practical purposes. Some customers prefer to have it right out-of-the-gate, others prefer to add it back if they need it.
***Any of our Systems can be configured to have the Complete Training Package.
This is the most comprehensive & expensive training option available. (It is also built into the highest-price systems we offer.) One of our technicians will do all the training for your pet. As a standard, we tell customers there are usually 5 visits to professionally train their pet to the boundary. However, this will vary depending on your pet’s temperament. Your participation is NOT required.
If you need us to come onsite again to help you with training, we will do so free of charge.
Like with the other two training package options, phone support is always available free of charge.
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