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Do these work? I've heard of dogs competing with the tones, or barking just to hear it, but what about the ultrasonic ones? I am assuming the other ones, make a tone that human ears can hear, the ultrasonic ones you can't like a dog whistle. Just thought maybe it would help curb Cookie's barking, but they're fairly expensive and I don't want to buy it if it doesn't work. Has anyone else used one of these before?
Thanks for any info anyone can give me!

>>Do these work? I've heard of dogs competing with the tones, or barking just to hear it, but what about the ultrasonic ones? I am assuming the other ones, make a tone that human ears can hear, the ultrasonic ones you can't like a dog whistle. Just thought maybe it would help curb Cookie's barking, but they're fairly expensive and I don't want to buy it if it doesn't work. Has anyone else used one of these before?
>>Thanks for any info anyone can give me!

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I've never used one. It might work for some dogs and not for others. I expect if it startles the dog and the dog finds it aversive enough to quickly give up barking, that would be the kind of dog it would work for. Citronella bark collars have been tested and found fairly effective.
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Kathy Diamond Davis, author, "Therapy Dogs: Training Your Dog to Reach Others," 2nd edition, and the free Canine Behavior Series at www.veterinaryforum.com

Thanks Kathy
I have read about the Citronella ones, but I am afraid of leaving her alone with it on, she may mess with it and break it. The ultrasonic ones plug into the wall. I guess we'll shop around and see what works the best for Cookie, if anything. Thanks again!