A wireless dog fence might be just what your pup needs to stay safe in the yard, but what if you have more than one pup? In my experience, PetSafe is one of the best multi-occupant wireless dog fence systems out there, and many satisfied customers like myself can attest to that. To add an additional Receiver Collar to this Wireless Pet Restraint System, simply press and hold the power button for five seconds while powered off, until it flashes green and beeps. Make sure the transmitter is in multi-dog mode before doing this. Then, press and hold the gray button until the test light flashes red to see if the static correction is working properly.
That’s basically the gist of how to add a second collar to the PetSafe wireless fence. PetSafe makes it relatively easy to do this, but you may run into some issues during installation or want to add shock absorbers to the new collar. In this article, I’ll walk you through the proper way to set up an additional Receiver Collar with your PetSafe Wireless Fence and how to troubleshoot any issues that may arise.
Adding a New Collar to Your PetSafe Wireless Fence
As mentioned above, it’s quite easy to add an additional Receiver Collar to your PetSafe Wireless Fence. The basic procedure is as follows:
- Make sure the new collar is turned off and the transmitter is set to multi-dog mode.
- Hold down the wireless collar power button. for a few seconds until the LED flashes green and beeps.
- Once fully connected, test the static correction by pressing the gray button and touching the contact points.
- Test proximity detection by moving to the edge of the pet’s area. If it beeps and deploys static at the distances you expect, you’re done. If not, adjust the limit control dial or limit switch until the correction levels trigger at the correct distances from the perimeter fence.
Of course, if the Your dog for whom you have an additional Receiver Collar is new to the concept of an invisible fence, you will need to train him to get used to it, so he does not experience excessive corrections. Make sure your dog fully associates the beeps on the collar with the corrections.
Personally, I prefer to ease him through first by repeatedly taking him to the boundary flags and holding the collar close to his head so he can hear the beep. This helps them establish the fact that getting close to those parts causes the collar to beep, and when they’re wearing it, that beep means they’ll get a correction when they move further.
Then, you’ll need to secure a Separate non-metallic collar over the wireless receiver collar on your dog’s neck. In my experience, a nylon collar is best for this, as you don’t want to add to the additional discomfort that the Wireless Receiver Collar is already causing your dog.
After that, you can simply attach a hint You’ll want to make sure the second collar isn’t putting any pressure on the contact points.
Resyncing the Wireless System
You may need to sync your wireless pet restraint system one more time. to make sure each Wireless Receiver Collar works smoothly. There are a few steps in this process, so pay close attention to follow them correctly. Here’s what you’ll need to do to re-synchronize the Wireless Pet Containment System:
- Remove all Collar Receivers from each dog’s neck.
- Remove the battery from each receiver collar.
- Move the limit switch on the transmitter from near its bottom position to the top position.
- Slowly move the limit switch through 8, up to 1, then back to fourth position .
Adjusting the correction level on a new PetSafe Collar
Many models of PetSafe Wireless Collars today start with tone-only mode alerts or quite levels low static correction. This tends to be ideal for dog owners who want it to be as humane as possible, but some may want a stronger correction level for unresponsive dogs.
Alternatively, you can also adjust the level of Static Correction on your Receiver Collar added to a lower one to accommodate your pet’s temperament if he doesn’t react very well to static or other corrections.
To do this with your PetSafe Collar, you’ll need to start by increasing the collar static correction level. You can do this simply by pressing the correction level button; you should see the light start blinking within 5 seconds of pressing it. The number of blinks usually indicates the level of correction. Once you have reached the correct level, release the button.
Static correction levels [1] can be increased from 1 to 5. If your pet’s Receiver Collar is already at level 5, press the The Correction Level button will return the Receiver Collar to Level 1.
Pairing the Collar to the Remote Control
Want to connect your second collar to your fence system remote? First, you will need to turn off the Receiver Collar with your dog’s Receiver Collar. You will need to reset it, so go ahead and hold down the power button.
You should hold it down until the green light on your dog’s collar receiver begins to flash about once per second. The flashing light will continue for 16 seconds, giving you time to complete the pairing process with the remote.
How to install a wireless dog fence?
It’s pretty easy install a wireless pet containment system, unless you’re trying to put together a DIY fence, but using it requires a short learning curve to complete before it becomes second nature. Check out our guide on how to install a wireless dog fence.
Basic troubleshooting steps if the collar doesn’t work
Is the PetSafe wireless fence not working with your additional Receiver Collar? There are a number of reasons for this. Whether it has stopped working or never worked, there are a few tricks you can try to get it working again.
What I recommend doing is removing the battery from inside the Extra Receiver Collar. You will then need to press and hold the settings button to turn off the device. You’ll know it’s off when the lights no longer come on.
You can then try listening to your tone, feel for static on the collar receiver contact points, or visually check for blinking indicator light to see if all systems are working as expected. Sometimes re-syncing your wireless pet containment system will resolve a potential issue.
If these basic troubleshooting steps don’t help, you may need to request a product replacement.
FAQ
How does the second PetSafe Collar connect?
Connecting your second PetSafe Collar is simple. As long as you have already set up the wireless pet restraint system, you can either place the second collar on your dog’s neck or keep it close enough for your dog to hear its beep during training time. Press the button down until it flashes red; this will indicate that the collar is turned on and paired with the system.
How do I add another collar to my PetSafe fence?
All you need to do is place the Receiver Collar on the collar your dog and adjust the collar levels as needed. You only need to turn on the Receiver Collar when you want it to be in use.
How do I pair my PetSafe Collar and Remote?
If you need to pair your PetSafe Collar and Remote, turn off the Wireless Fence Receiver Collar. Reboot it by pressing and holding the power button until the green light blinks every second for 16 seconds. The pairing process should then be completed.
Do all PetSafe Collars work together?
Not all collars will work with a particular PetSafe Wireless Pet Restraint System. Some collars can be assigned to a variety of pet restraint system models, but others, like the PetSafe GPS Wireless Dog Fence, can only work with one type of collar. That’s why it’s important to check the manufacturer’s specifications before buying one. If the collar is in fact a legitimate PetSafe collar, it will work with the wireless fence. Of course, the collars will vary depending on the size of your dog.
A wireless fence like the one made by PetSafe is easy to install, and each of your dogs should have their own collar synced to the system. Adding a second pup is usually quite simple, and you can add as many as you need to keep your pups safe and secure while playing in the yard.
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