Abstract: A device (1) for making an area (12) off-limits to a pet (2), includes a detection element (3, 10) for detecting the approach of a pet to the off-limits area and an element (5) for emitting at least one stimulus (6, 7) indicating to the pet that it is approaching the off-limits area (12). The detection element (3, 10) includes a first transceiver (3) worn by the pet (2), a second transceiver (10) located in the vicinity of the off-limits area (12) and at least one element (5) for emitting at least one stimulus (6, 7) and arranged in the vicinity of the off-limits area (12), wherein the second transceiver (10) is attached onto the stimulus emission element (5) and the emission of the stimulus (6, 7) is controlled by the first transceiver (3) worn by the pet (2) and activated by the second transceiver (10).

Abstract: A collar system featuring a dog collar with a first housing, wherein a shocking component is disposed on the first housing and a sound component and a receiver component are each disposed in the first housing, the sound component is adapted to emit a tone when activated and the shocking component is adapted to emit a shock when activated; and a cat collar with a second housing, wherein a transmitter component is disposed in the second housing, the transmitter component is adapted to send a transmitter signal to the receiver component in the first housing within a range; wherein when the dog with the dog collar is within the range of the cat, the receiver component receives the transmitter signal effectively activating either the shocking component, the sound component, or both the shocking component and sound component.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is an animal training device and method of controlling the same. The animal training device includes a transmitter and at least one receiver. The transmitter transmits RF signals according to manipulation of function switches, and has emergency stimulation mode in which an RF control signal is transmitted by adding a predetermined level to a low-frequency stimulation level set for each individual animal, simultaneous stimulation mode in which an RF control signal is transmitted by adding a predetermined level to low-frequency stimulation levels set for animals, and constant stimulation alternation mode in which an RF control signal is transmitted by automatically varying a period of a low-frequency stimulation.

Abstract: A control device and method is taught for controlling an animal's location. A GPS receiver receives GPS signals and a processor determines the position, velocity and heading direction of the animal relative to a target. A stimulus unit selectively applies a stimulus to the animal in response to received signals.

Abstract: Described is a counter-conditioning device and method for desensitizing an animal to an anxiety inducing sound and for minimizing a user's required involvement in such desensitization. The device and method are for automatically conditioning an animal that exhibits anxiety in response to the occurrence of a particular sound such that the animal learns to anticipate a treat upon the occurrence of the sound.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is an apparatus for preventing an animal and method of controlling the apparatus. The apparatus includes a sound sensor for sensing a bark of an animal and converting the bark into an electrical signal. An amplifier amplifies the electrical signal. A vibration sensor senses a vibration occurring on a neck of the animal. A microprocessor performs control such that, when signals are input from the sound sensor and the vibration sensor, voice, ultrasonic or low-frequency stimulation means is output, and has an auto-variable output function and a time band-based output function. A first control switch allows the user to optionally set a type and a stimulation intensity of the stimulation means. A second control switch allows the user to optionally set a time for which the stimulation means is operated. An output unit receives control signals for the stimulation means and outputs corresponding stimulations.

Abstract: The general goal of the present invention is to prevent damage to property resulting from the animal's separation anxiety which typically is a consequence of the pet owner's departure while minimizing the period of time the dog is confined. The most obvious objective is to restrain the animal until it calms down. A similar approach would be to reward the animal with a treat once it has calmed down. We have invented a device that incorporates an automatically releasing door of the kennel. For instance, the owner of a canine would place the dog in a kennel prior to leaving his or her residence. The owner would initiate a timer on the kennel, and the kennel door would automatically open after a pre-determined amount of time, for instance 30 minutes, or some other amount of time that was sufficient to calm the canine's emotions. After the door is automatically open, the canine would be free to exit the kennel for exercise, to access water and/or food, or otherwise explore the dwelling or its surroundings.

Abstract: A non powered, canine barking suppression device that can rapidly altering a dog's behavior so as to visibly reduce anxiousness and unwanted barking. The device subjects the dog to random vibrations and audible tones generated by an enclosed tuning fork that is worn around the dog's neck. The tuning forks when struck, emit a selected frequency selected for a specific purpose and or specific breed of canine. This frequency lies between 0 and 200,000 Hz, which is the range of sound that has been shown that most canines can hear. Since it is non powered it is not prone to failure in wet or cold environments, is durable and inexpensive. The device has claims of additional therapeutic properties and the general physical structure has applications elsewhere, although the preferred embodiment and best mode are directed to stopping unnecessary barking.

Abstract: A non powered, canine barking suppression device that can rapidly altering a dog's behavior so as to visibly reduce anxiousness and unwanted barking. The device subjects the dog to random vibrations and audible tones generated by an enclosed tuning fork that is worn around the dog's neck. The tuning forks when struck, emit a selected frequency selected for a specific purpose and or specific breed of canine. This frequency lies between 0 and 200,000 Hz, which is the range of sound that has been shown that most canines can hear. Since it is non powered it is not prone to failure in wet or cold environments, is durable and inexpensive. The device has claims of additional therapeutic properties and the general physical structure has applications elsewhere, although the preferred embodiment and best mode are directed to stopping unnecessary barking.

Abstract: A user controlled device that produces a canine yelping sound for the correction of unwanted biting.

Abstract: A spray deterrent application type animal training apparatus and its control method is disclosed. The apparatus affixed to the collar of a dog provides a vibration stimulus, stimulus to olfactory sense and visual sense. The transparent spray deterrent reservoir case of the apparatus allows a trainer or an animal owner to simply identify level of spray substance. A light emitting diode (LED) is secured to the vicinity of a spraying nozzle of the spray unit and indicates a spray path by flashing a light on the spray path. Also, an animal is trained using stronger stimulus for a rapid learning at the beginning of training and is warned against an undesired behavior of an animal using light stimulus after being well trained.

Abstract: Described is a vibration stimulus delivery device for delivering a vibration stimulus to an animal and for maximizing the robustness and intensity of the vibration stimulus. The vibration stimulus delivery device is carried by the animal and includes a housing and a vibration probe. The vibration probe is positioned in direct contact with the skin of the animal and generates a vibration, which, when delivered to the animal, is the vibration stimulus. The vibration probe is coupled to the housing such that the coupling minimizes the inherent vibration dampening effect caused by the weight and mass of the housing. The result is a vibration stimulus delivery device that delivers a more robust and intense vibration stimulus to the animal.

Abstract: An animal behavioral control apparatus includes a cartridge, a housing, a head, and an extension assembly. The cartridge contains pressurized gas. The housing surrounds a part or more of the cartridge. The head is connected to the housing and includes an actuator and a valve. The valve engages the cartridge when the actuator is actuated in order to release gas out of the cartridge. The extension assembly is connected to the head to receive gas from the head. Upon actuation of the head, gas flows through the extension assembly and the animal behavioral control apparatus ejects a blast of gas which can be directed at an animal.

Abstract: An animal behavioral control apparatus includes a cartridge, a housing, a head, and a horn. The cartridge contains pressurized gas. The housing surrounds at least a part of the cartridge. The head is connected to the housing and includes an actuator and a valve. The valve engages the cartridge when the actuator is actuated in order to release gas out of the cartridge. The horn is removably connected to the head. When the horn is not connected to the head, the animal behavioral control apparatus ejects a blast of gas when the actuator is actuated. And when the horn is connected to the head, the animal behavioral control apparatus emits a sound when the actuator is actuated.

Abstract: This invention relates to a device for expelling burrowing animals, in particular moles, rodents and such like, which comprises a signal generator unit for producing an expelling signal and a transmission body unit for propagating said expelling signal throughout the soil wherein the transmission body unit includes a number of conduits lines distributed throughout the soil which are of such configuration that the expelling signal will thereby be transmitted and/or distributed in a way ensuring propagation thereof into the soil areas surrounding said lines.

Abstract: Embodiments of the claimed subject matter relate to devices, systems and methods using those devices used in training animals, and more particularly, devices that can be attached or used in conjunction with collars and/or leashes with provide one or more alerts for eliciting and enhancing the responsiveness of the animal. One example device for training animals includes a housing with a connector for a leash, a noise emitter capable of producing one or more noises with one or more ranges of frequencies, a circuit that signals the audio device to provide or stop the one or more noises and a switch to activate the circuit. The circuit is activated when the leash is pulled with a predetermined amount of force and the circuit activates the noise emitter which produces one or more noises. The circuit is deactivated when the leash is released and the noise emitter stops emitting noise.

Abstract: The invention encompasses an automated animal feeding system, an automated process for feeding an animal and apparatus therefore. The invention also encompasses methods of behavioral modification of animals.

Abstract: A flashlight system includes an animal training device and optionally one or more beacon lights to provide visibility in multiple directions. The light for the flashlight and the beacon lights are in electronic communication with a power source, such as a battery, for the flashlight. The light and the beacon lights may take the form of light emitting diodes (LEDs). The flashlight system includes an ergonomically contoured, waterproof body with a recessed region to receive at least a portion of the animal training device, which may take the form of a dog clicker that generates an audible sound. The light for the flashlight may have a different on/off switch than that of the beacon light.

Abstract: A dynamically controlled retractable tether provides a mechanism by which a pet can be safely exercised on a bicycle or other vehicle. The pet avoids injury when running in front of the bicycle and stopping short, by having a detector detect the relative motion of the pet and the bicycle so as to automatically apply brakes to the bicycle prior to the pet being injured. Variations include a zone detection mechanism that detects a relative position of the pet relative to the bicycle, and uses a different set of braking parameters, depending on the zone in which the pet is located.

Abstract: An animal guide device, such as a leash assembly, includes a body part that can be placed on the body of the animal, for example a collar, a harness or a head piece, and a leash that can be attached to the body part. The pulling force exerted by the animal is determined by way of an in-line force measuring device. To limit the amount of pulling force exerted on the person leading the animal a signal generator or a tone generator is activated when a given pulling force is exceeded. The generator(s) can generate sound waves that are either only detected by the animal or are detected by the animal and by the person leading the animal. Alternatively, a spraying device can be activated through the signal generator. The animal guide device according to the invention is designed specifically for domestic animals, preferably for dogs.

Abstract: Can the Barking Dog is an audible device that individuals can use to train their dogs to refrain from barking uncontrollably. This item comprises a small metal aluminum container that has loose material (media) inside to create a jarring audible noise. Users simply shake the device creating a noise that stops a dog from barking. The container may be coated in rubber for increased durability. The device may have a wrist loop attached to the top making it easy for users to carry the device while walking a dog. The loose materials may be metal marbles or other items that create a metal-on-metal sound that is effective in capturing a dog's attention. The device may be designed with a button-operated component that compresses the loose material allowing users to silence the device in between uses. Further, the dog-bark inhibiting and training device includes a kit and a method of use.

Abstract: An animal training device for administering audio stimulus and physical encouragement to an animal. The trainer has a transmitter with variable signal strength. The animal worn device had a receiver that senses the signal strength. If the signal strength drops to a preset limit indicative of distance from the transmitter, a tone is sounded. Further signal drop results in a shock being delivered. Alternatively, a trainer module comprises an RFID poller and an animal module comprises an RFID tag. The poller sends a polling signal to the RFID tag. The polling signal is reflected back to the trainer module where the reflective signal is used to determine a separation distance. If the separation distance exceeds a preset threshold, an encouragement command is sent from the trainer module to the animal module.

Abstract: Described is a two-probe bark control device for detecting an animal's bark by way of an electrode that is also used in delivering an electrical stimulus to the animal. The two-probe bark control device includes a housing, a first probe, and a second probe. The first and second probes include first and second electrodes, respectively. The first electrode is secured to the housing by way of a resilient overmolding such that the first electrode extends outwardly from the housing and has the potential to vibrate within the housing. The housing is carried by the animal such that the first probe detects the bark of the animal and the first and second probes deliver an electrical stimulus to the animal in response the first probe detecting the animal's bark such that the first probe both detects the animal's bark and delivers an electrical stimulus to the animal.

Abstract: A spray deterrent application type animal training apparatus and its control method is disclosed. The apparatus affixed to the collar of a dog provides a vibration stimulus, stimulus to olfactory sense and visual sense. The transparent spray deterrent reservoir case of the apparatus allows a trainer or an animal owner to simply identify level of spray substance. A light emitting diode (LED) is secured to the vicinity of a spraying nozzle of the spray unit and indicates a spray path by flashing a light on the spray path. Also, an animal is trained using stronger stimulus for a rapid learning at the beginning of training and is warned against an undesired behavior of an animal using light stimulus after being well trained.

Abstract: A remotely operable device, capable of creating authentic gunshot sounds, provides a very useful training tool for dog trainers by allowing for simulated gunshots in conjunction with thrown training dummies (or birds). The remotely operable device further provides the ability for a single dog trainer to create a realistic training environment which includes realistic sounds and visual indications. The remotely operable device includes a housing capable of receiving a blank shell, a receiver cooperating with a remote control device operated by the trainer, an striker system which operates in response to a remote actuation signal received by the receiver. The striker system has a striker element and a striker release, where the striker release is activated by a servo which is responsive to signals received by the receiver. Once released, the striker element is spring biased to cause the striker to move into contact with the blank shell, thus causing the blank shell to be fired creating the desired sound.

Abstract: A wearable sound system for an animal such as a dog, a cat, or a horse includes a manually or wirelessly controlled programmable source of audible signals and at least two speakers that are coupled to an article (e.g., a collar, a harness, or a hood) wearable by the animal. Each speaker is adapted to project a sound content of the audible signals towards an immediate vicinity of an ear of the animal. The audible signals may include commands, training signals, stress-relieving signals, or a combination thereof.

Abstract: According to an illustrated embodiment, an animal behavioral control apparatus includes a cartridge, a housing, a head, and an extension assembly. The cartridge contains pressurized gas. The housing surrounds a part or more of the cartridge. The head is connected to the housing and includes an actuator and a valve. The valve engages the cartridge when the actuator is actuated in order to release gas out of the cartridge. The extension assembly is connected to the head to receive gas from the head. Upon actuation of the head, gas flows through the extension assembly and the animal behavioral control apparatus ejects a blast of gas which can be directed at an animal.

Abstract: A tether device includes a tether assembly disposed between two entities maintaining connection between the entities. A resilient element is integrated with the tether assembly. A geometry of the tether assembly and the resilient element create first and second resilient element and tether force-displacement responses when the resilient element and tether assembly are together subjected to at least first and second axial displacement forces. The second axial displacement force is greater than the first axial displacement force. The first force-displacement response, when subjected to the first axial displacement force, is greater than the second force-displacement response when subjected to the second axial displacement force. The geometry can include a tether configured in a serpentine formation in a relaxed position. The serpentine formation straightens taut when the tether is fully extended by the second axial displacement force. The geometry can also include multiple O-rings.

Abstract: Because the device is small and lightweight it can save the user time and money by not having the user setup expensive and heavy audio gear to try and reproduce these sounds. The device will allow the user to quickly move the sounds in 3d space around the animal simulating sounds occurring in nature or space around them. Because the sounds can be reproduced at will, the user can find potential problem sounds and train them out of the animal before injury can occur.

Abstract: The invention provides a method of treating a target area with an ultrasound wave pattern, including: providing an ultrasound apparatus having an ultrasound wave generator operatively attached to a plurality of transducers, coupled to an immersible support and configured to emit an ultrasound wave; immersing the apparatus into a water environment; positioning the apparatus proximate to a target area to treat at least one in situ organism; and emitting a pattern of ultrasound waves from the transducers, the pattern of ultrasound waves additive in effect and emitted onto the target area to threat an in situ underwater organism.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is an animal training device having a pair of collapsible electrodes and an electronic whistle, which includes a transmitter and a receiver. The transmitter includes an electrode collapse switch for generating a signal used to collapse or erect the electrodes, an electronic whistle switch for generating a signal causing an electronic whistle to be blown, a transmission control unit for performing control on an electronic whistle unit such that a whistle is blown, a wireless transmission unit for transmitting a wireless signal in response to the control signal of the transmission control unit, and the electronic whistle unit. The receiver includes a wireless reception unit, a reception control unit for performing control such that the electrodes are collapsed or erected, a high voltage generation, an electrode driving unit for collapsing or erecting the electrodes, and the left and right electrodes.

Abstract: An electronic fence system capable of guiding animals under training to return to a predetermined restricted area. The electronic fence generates electric shocks as the animals attempt to leave the predetermined restricted area and restrains the electrical shock when the animals return to the predetermined restricted area. The electronic fence includes a transmitter and a receiver. The transmitter transmits RF signals having a plurality of control signals such that different shock levels are generated responsive to the location of the animals within the predetermined restricted area. The receiver sets a shock wave level, selectively controls the generation of the electric shock and a high-frequency beep, automatically restrains the generation of the electric shock when an escaped animal returns to the predetermined restricted area, and generates an audible alarm and turns lamps on and off to indicate the location of the animal when it escapes from the predefined restricted area.

Abstract: A restricted animal access feeder which includes the concept of having vibratory means and noise emitting means which will scare an animal away from eating food in a desired dish. The vibratory means and noise emitting means are generated by closing of a magnetic circuit so that the vibratory mechanism and noise activating mechanism is activated. An animal who is desired not to eat from a specific food dish will wear a specific magnetic collar that will close the activation circuit. An animal that does not have such collar will not close the activation circuit and therefore, will have access to the food. The invention also includes means to enable the magnet to detach from a magnetic object so that the animal will not be permanently attached to a magnetic object such as a refrigerator.

Abstract: A method for training, exercising, and entertaining an animal comprises providing a dispenser in a first location accessible to a predetermined animal. The dispenser comprises a storage compartment configured to store rewards and to dispense rewards, a first signaling module configured to generate a reward signal, and a wireless module configured to receive a dispense signal. A target is provided in a second location, wherein the second location is a fixed distance from the first location and the fixed distance is based on a training condition for the animal. A system configuration of the dispenser and the target is set. The target comprises a second signaling module, a sensor, and a wireless module configured to transmit a dispense signal. The sensor is configured to detect a predetermined animal behavior. In one embodiment, the predetermined animal behavior comprises depression of a touch sensor.

Abstract: A water agitation system for use with a water retention structure, such as a bird bath or livestock water trough, includes a motor operatively connected to a drive shaft, and a blade assembly extending outwardly from the drive shaft. The motor is operable to rotate the blade assembly in order to impart motion to water retained within the water retention structure. According to an embodiment of the present invention, an audio source may be provided, including a sound board and speaker.

Abstract: A positive-reinforced method of training a dog to chew or mouth only appropriate household items and chew toys. The method includes scent-training the dog (or puppy) to recognize a particular distinctive scent not normally found in nature as applied to an acceptable chewing object. The dog is introduced to the distinctive scent and encouraged to chew the marked acceptable chewing object. Each time the dog recognizes the scent, the dog is encouraged to chew the scented chewing object or some other acceptable chewing object marked with the distinctive scent and rewarded. The dog is tested with at least one unmarked object. The dog is trained once the dog can discriminate between the scent-marked object or objects and the unmarked object or objects. From there, the scent may be applied to other household items that are acceptable chewing/mouthing items (e.g., other chew toys). By absence of the scent, the dog recognizes that it cannot chew on unacceptable items (e.g., furniture, shoes).

Abstract: The soothing device is a portable waterproof device that can be worn by a baby or a dog as well as positioned on the baby's cradle or the dog house. Audio sounds can be dynamically recorded and stored in the soothing device which is powered by a built-in replaceable battery. The recorded audio sounds are automatically played by the soothing device through a built-in speaker when the soothing device detects through a built-in audio sensor a sudden large noise from some external source or by the baby's crying or by the dog's barking so as to calm the baby or the dog down quickly and automatically.

Abstract: A method and device for training a dog is disclosed. In an embodiment of the method, a device is worn on the side the trainer's body at a height of the dog's head. A button on the device is activated by the dog's muzzle to generate a noise. A reward is given to the dog by the trainer following the activation of the button. In an embodiment of the device, the device includes a housing with a noise-generating element and a button for operation of the noise-generating element. An attachment device is provided on a back side of the housing, where the attachment device is coupleable to the trainer. An activation surface for the button is provided on a front side of the housing and a surface normal of the activation surface, when worn on the trainer's body, is inclined obliquely downward and laterally away from the trainer's body.

Abstract: The present invention discloses an animal potty chair, particularly for a dog or cat, to be used indoor and/or outdoor to aid civilization of domestic animals and to improve quality of life for millions of families with animals. The animal potty chair comprising: (1) a defined space to guide an animal to release waste to a designated area; (2) a supporting mean covered with a mesh for an animal to stand and to release waste (3) a sealer-adaptor of the toilet; (4) a receptacle mean for animal waste; (5) a sensor to monitor an animal to come to a designated place; (6) a signal to indicate that an animal is/was at a designated place. The current invention has caused the revolutionary transformation of a pet from an accident-causing animal to a civilized non-human member of the family. There will be no more wet urine paw tracks left anywhere in the owner's house. Solid wastes stay on the top of the mesh, semi-liquid or loose feces fall into the toilet.

Abstract: Described is an animal training device for delivering a response signal in response to receiving an audible signal. The animal training device is adapted to be carried by an animal and delivers the response signal, which includes a stimulus to the animal and an animal location indicator, in response to receiving the audible signal, which includes a voice command and other distinguishable sounds. The animal training device allows an animal handler to deliver a stimulus to the animal and generate a location indicator without using an additional device, such as a handheld transmitter.

Abstract: An electric shock device in use attached to an animal such as a horse or other equine animal to discourage an undesirable behavior such as wind-sucking or cribbing, the device including: an attachment for locating the device on the neck of the animal; an electric charge source operatively connected to the attachment; at least one electrode for applying an electric pulse from the electric device to the animal, the electrode electrically connected to the charge source; and a hinged lever member movable by the performance of the undesirable behavior by the animal. The undesirable behavior alone causing sufficient movement or the type, of movement of the lever member required to activate the electric device leading to the discharge of the electric pulse from the electric device, thereby causing the electric pulse to be generated and delivered through the at least one electrode to the animal.

Abstract: Described is a high-tech animal training system for delivering a stimulus to an animal and for providing a user with information relating to the ambient environment and to the operation of the animal training system, the information enabling the user to monitor and maintain the health and well-being of the animal. The animal training system delivers a stimulus to the animal such that the user is able to correct any undesired behavior exhibited by the animal and to reward any desired behavior exhibited by the animal. Additionally, the animal training system detects at least one an ambient condition and indicates the detected condition such that the user perceives the indication and is able to take action in protecting the animal from any detrimental conditions. The animal training system is also capable of storing data relating to the operation of the system and/or storing data input by the user.

Abstract: An animal training system including a programming apparatus and an animal training collar. The animal training collar is communicatively couplable to the programming apparatus. The animal training collar includes at least one stimulation probe and a programmable device operatively connected to the at least one stimulation probe to activate the at least one stimulation probe. The at least one stimulation probe also transferring data at least one of to and from the programming apparatus.

Abstract: A remotely-controlled reward dispenser for animal training includes: a reward dispenser; a wireless receiver; a power source for the dispenser and the receiver; and an attachment mechanism adapted to position the device in proximity to the recipient; wherein, in response to the receiver receiving a wireless signal, the dispenser dispenses the reward in proximity to the recipient, thereby remotely providing the reward to the recipient. A sound generating mechanism may also be included.

Abstract: A cheating dummy for repelling deer and similar animals from forbidden site is invented. In addition to cheating ability, the dummy also equipped with sensor for detecting approaching animals and capable of triggering actions such as spreading water toward approaching animals, generating ultra-sound to scare them and even making a gunshot sound to repel them. By combining cheating and scaring functions, the repelling effect is expected to be much better than those devices using only sprinkling water or ultra-sound repelling alone. The cheating dummy is user decoratable by dressing with customized outfits for decoration or increasing cheating ability.

Abstract: A comfort adapter for electronic collars that replaces the standard post electrodes normally found on electronic training collars with a plurality of acorn nut electrodes. This design ensures proper electrical contact with the dog's skin while increasing the comfort of these collars on small dogs, which have smaller necks. The adapter can be utilized with different types of electronic training collars, such as those used to facilitate training, to curb aggressive behavior and barking, and to confine dogs by means of an invisible fence.

Abstract: An animal training device (10) having a housing (11), a sound-producing member, an actuator (15), and a whistle (21, 23). The sound-producing member is mounted within a central cavity (12) formed in the housing (11), and the actuator (15) is provided in an opening (14) in one face (13) of the housing (11). The actuator (15) is arranged to transfer to the sound-producing member a manual force applied to the actuator (15), thereby to produce a first audible signal. The whistle (21, 23) includes a resonance chamber (23) formed integrally in the other face (22) of the housing (11), and a mouthpiece (21) in communication with the resonance chamber (23). The whistle (21, 23) is adapted to produce a second audible signal upon a user blowing into the mouthpiece (21).

Abstract: Systems and methods for training animals not to pull excessively on leads. Some systems include a tension detector, a first stimulator adapted to emit a first stimulus, a second stimulator adapted to emit a second stimulus that is different than the first stimulus, and a controller adapted to actuate the emission of the first stimulus in response to the tension in the lead exceeding a predetermined force and to actuate the emission of the second stimulus in response to the tension in the lead exceeding the predetermined force for a predetermined length of time. Some methods include detecting that a tension in the lead exceeds a predetermined force, automatically emitting the first stimulus, and if the tension in the lead exceeds the predetermined force for a predetermined length of time, automatically emitting the second stimulus.

Abstract: A pet training system and device, and method thereof, wherein a physical barrier protects a door from pet claw and chime damage, wherein the physical barrier is soft and safely constructed for pet contact without risk of injury, wherein a plurality of percussive tones are generated by pet contact, wherein device design facilitates convenient transport and installation on essentially any doorknob, and wherein a training DVD facilitates user understanding of house training methods incorporating the device.

Abstract: An ultrasonic transceiver device and remote output devices controlled by the transceiver for use by domestic pets. The transceiver utilizes a fixed interval edge detect modulation system to lock out stray environmental noise thereby, avoiding false triggering and greatly increasing the working range. Output devices include: a wireless pet containment system in which ultrasonic transmitters are mounted on a series of posts defining the perimeter of the containment area and a receiver device adapted to be worn by a domestic animal.