The SBC-18
The SBC-18 is a great option for those who want to reduce their dogs’ barking in a humane and ethical way. It has a lot of advanced features, which include 18 progressive levels of correction and detection of barking with both sound and vibration sensors, as well as adjust-ability for neck sizes that range from 6 to 28 inches.
The ‘Test Collar’ feature enables you to test the working of the SBC-18. Put the collar in “Test” mode, have it at a distance of 6-10 inches away from you and utter the word ‘test’ into the sensor. The LED should flash, indicating that the first level of static correction offered.
The collar always starts correction with the lowest level of static intensity, and it goes up to the next one automatically if the dog barks again within 30 seconds. Nevertheless, the collar will shut itself down automatically for three minutes if it detects at least 15 barks within 50 seconds.
Use the no bark 18 collar at times when you don’t want your dog to bark. The static corrections are induced at every bark of the dog thereby tranquilizing him by using the progressive correction levels offered. The static shock that your dog receives is mild to draw the attention of your dog and hence proves to be harmless.
Features of The SBC-18
The most popular features of the collar are the number of correction levels it provides, resistance to water and bad weather, a test mode that will save you trips to get it fixed, and a limited guarantee. And when it comes to looks, the SBC-10 comes in a great looking orange color.
Pre-Usage Instructions for SBC-18 Collars
Don’t use this product if your dog is aggressive. Let your dog not wear any other collar while using an SBC-18 collar. Tethering strings along with the collar is highly discouraged. Do not make your dog wear this collar for more than 8 hours per day. Ensure that the fit is snug and your dog is free of any rashes while using an SBC-18 collar.
