will a dog repeller disturb my cats? I'm wondering if the use of a dog repeller/training aid will disturb my cats?
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It will if you point it in their direction. It's not suppose to be harmful to the animal, but they don't like the sound.
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I use mine for a dog in front of windows, he destroys the blinds jumping on them when I leave the house. He isn't avoiding the blinds or windows, he is avoiding the mat. Your results with a cat and a couch may differ. Cats are pretty cagey. All animals react differently. I have two dogs, and one is smart enough to get around the mat, but she doesn't destroy things either. The fake mat seems to work once they are trained...but you can get a cheaper version by just buying some carpet runner or other translucent plastic. Good luck!
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As is the case w/ most animals, the key is catching him in the act. In my situation, my dogs would never misbehave when I am around. There's no sense in using the beeper because you want your dog to self-correct. You have to watch and wait. It's best to not let him see you. When he even shows the smallest movement toward either cat, give him a correction. No sound from you. Hopefully, he'll think it came from God. If he doesn't react, increase to the next level and try it again. He will stop, I assure you. It's not necessary to be there every time. If you hear him going after them in the house, then just give him a correction while he's chasing. It will have the same effect. Be sure not to use your voice or the beeper, because he'll quickly figure out that as long as you're not around, it's ok to chase. If you do it w/out a sound, he will make the association between the cats and the shock. I have successfully used this approach on numerous behaviors around the house (chewing on rugs, garbage, harassing older dog, barking, jumping up on the door or people). I sometimes use a verbal correction, but most of the time I let the shock collar do the work. My dogs usually figure it out on their own. Remember that "most" dogs are not stupid, just sly. There is always the exception though, and there most definitely are some that are more stubborn or slower to get the message. Patience and persistence. I wouldn't recommend leaving the cats and dog together when you leave, at least not until you're sure this behavior is completely gone.
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I don't have cats, but my dogs has cat like hair. It might be a bit large though, you don't want to hurt them. Might be easier to control the one made special for cats.
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Interesting question... We have a cat but I've never had issue to use it. I can only say that I will try it for that situation should it happen.
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I have noticed a reaction with my cat as well. I've only had it for a few hours, but right now the little yappy dog next door doesn't seem to mind it. Only time will tell...
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I have not had any problems using this product on my dog. I just took a couple of days and let him get used to the noise etc. before trying to trim his nails. I suggest you do the same with a cat. Just let the trimmer slowly be smelled and examined by the pet and then let them hear the noise it makes before ever trying to trim the nails.
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I'm not sure. We use it for problematic cats and to deter nasty neighbors from letting their dogs crap in our yard.Inside the repeller there is a mechanism to adjust the ultrasonic tone, depending on what animal you want to scare away. It shows you a range for cats/dogs, rodents, etc. I think you'd be able to do experiment until you found the perfect tone. If you have a county agricultural extension office you may want to get their advice on the frequency. But I think the device is pretty self-explanatory and it *should* work for you. I could hardly believe how effective it was against cats and dogs. I think once you get the right frequency you won't have any problems. I'm not sure. We use it for problematic cats and to deter nasty neighbors from letting their dogs crap in our yard.Inside the repeller there is a mechanism to adjust the ultrasonic tone, depending on what animal you want to scare away. It shows you a range for cats/dogs, rodents, etc. I think you'd be able to do experiment until you found the perfect tone. If you have a county agricultural extension office you may want to get their advice on the frequency. But I think the device is pretty self-explanatory and it *should* work for you. I could hardly believe how effective it was... » Read More I'm not sure. We use it for problematic cats and to deter nasty neighbors from letting their dogs crap in our yard.Inside the repeller there is a mechanism to adjust the ultrasonic tone, depending on what animal you want to scare away. It shows you a range for cats/dogs, rodents, etc. I think you'd be able to do experiment until you found the perfect tone. If you have a county agricultural extension office you may want to get their advice on the frequency. But I think the device is pretty self-explanatory and it *should* work for you. I could hardly believe how effective it was against cats and dogs. I think once you get the right frequency you won't have any problems. « Show Less
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Sorry, I have never had a cat. I have lots of friends with cats though. My personal opinion is that because they are prey animals, that they would be more likely play with something that moves. Just my humble opinion, based on what I have read about prey animal behavior. It does not matter how old your dogs are (I was a professional dog trainer). If they are food motivated, this toy might brighten up their lives a bit. Rebecca
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I never used on a cat. I would think that a cat would be scared of it because of the noise.
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I have the same problem but cats vs dogs, I will order this and try it on the top of door but move it closer to the hinge side to open up the door more, I'll let you know the resultsFrankOk, I installed on the top edge of the door about midway, it works fine to allow cats to their box. You have to be tall enough to unlatch when you enter though and overall it seems easy to break if you forget to unlatch, I wish it was stronger.
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No pets should be affected at all. My cat pays no attention to the device at all. Friends of mine with dogs say the same. These devices have no affects on the animals at all. Hope this answers your question and helps you.
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I do not use mine for cats. I have two dogs, one is 12 lbs and the other is 46 lbs. It works great and it only really takes one - two times for them to step on it to learn a lesson. As the details tell you, if you are using it to stop a room entry, use the bigger wider one. Again, I'm so glad I purchased this item.
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I dont know of an attatchment that can be used directly on my cats. LOL Besides when I turn it on they run so I dont think they would stick around long enough for me to even try such a thing!
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Definately keeps the dogs out. My older cat just couldn't adapt to it tho. I donated mine to my vet. I hear the lady who got it for her 1.5 y/o cat is very pleased with it.
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My cats don't have problem with it. Our youngest cat found out to stick his paw up the shoot and now the other is doing it. I have ours placed on a shelf, In a corner location. They haven't knocked it off yet. If you have a dog who is mischievous or curious this might be a problem. Our cats hear the food being dispensed they stop whatever they're doing and run to eat. I have it set up for two times a day morning and afternoon. I would buy it again. The batteries last 6-9 months.
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It worked for my cat who would wake me up at 4am...I put on floor by my bedroom door...I think it's the sound that scares them...it works great on my dog too, who would come in room and bother us if there were thunderstorms... The product says you can get like 200 sprays out of a can...I don't believe that, the can was empty within a week...I reordered more ...these has last longer but my animals won't go near room now just by them seeing it on the floor so its not spraying as much...my own leg sets it off more than the animals..lol..I have gotten good at high steppen around/over it...hope this helps you!! It worked for my cat who would wake me up at 4am...I put on floor by my bedroom door...I think it's the sound that scares them...it works great on my dog too, who would come in room and bother us if there were thunderstorms... The product says you can get like 200 sprays out of a can...I don't believe that, the can was empty within a week...I reordered more ...these has last longer but my animals won't go near room now just by them seeing it on the floor so its not spraying as much...my own leg sets it off more than the animals..lol..I have gotten good at high steppen around/over it...hope... » Read More It worked for my cat who would wake me up at 4am...I put on floor by my bedroom door...I think it's the sound that scares them...it works great on my dog too, who would come in room and bother us if there were thunderstorms... The product says you can get like 200 sprays out of a can...I don't believe that, the can was empty within a week...I reordered more ...these has last longer but my animals won't go near room now just by them seeing it on the floor so its not spraying as much...my own leg sets it off more than the animals..lol..I have gotten good at high steppen around/over it...hope this helps you!! « Show Less