Doggie Don’t Review and Giveaway – Stop A Dog From Jumping

What is the Doggie Don’t device?

Doggie Don’t is a new product designed to stop unwanted dog behaviors such as barking, jumping or counter-surfing.

The Doggie Don’t is a handheld device that makes an unpleasant sound at the push of a button. The sound is audible to both dogs and people (it sounds like loud static) and is designed to interrupt the behavior without causing harm. The owner can then praise the dog.

You see, dog owners are often instructed to ignore unwanted behaviors and to reward good behavior. However, ignoring a dog doesn’t always work!

The Doggie Don’t is an effective way to interrupt the unwanted behavior so you can praise your dog!

This review is sponsored by Doggie Don’t Device. Use code MUTT for FREE shipping.

Doggie Don’t Review

The bottom line:

The Doggie Don’t is very effective at interrupting unwanted dog behaviors such as jumping or barking. I use it with my puppy Remy when he keeps jumping while I’m sitting on the couch or at our patio table. It’s enough to interrupt the behavior so I can reward him for sitting or standing. He knows not to jump when the product is in sight.

The Doggie Don’t was created by dog lover Sarah Beck because she said her two schnauzers were so challenging out in public. They used to lunge, “screech” and bark when they saw other dogs.

“Not only was it embarrassing, I was afraid that another dog would attack them,” Beck said.

She started walking with a stun gun so she could protect her dogs if another dog ever did attack, she said. One day when they were in a frenzy, she decided to click the stun gun while saying “no barking,” and it worked!

“I started using it every time they would go into the barking frenzy,” she said. “It would make a loud noise and they actually listened to me.”

She wasn’t hurting her dogs. She was just using the sound to divert their attention.

This is what motivated Beck to create the Doggie Don’t device so other dog lovers could have a device that would make the sound of a stun gun without the ability to shock a person or dog.

What is the cost?

The cost of the Doggie Don’t is $49.95. You can order the product HERE. Use code MUTT for FREE shipping.

Checkout is with PayPal or credit card.

What’s unique about the product?

The Doggie Don’t makes a unique sound I’ve never heard with other pet products.

I would compare it to the loud, static on a TV. Annoying, right? It gets your attention, which is the goal here.

How to use the Doggie Don’t

First, give your dog a chance to respond to your command such as “off” or “quiet.” Praise your dog if he listens to your command.

If he doesn’t follow your command, use the Doggie Don’t one time to interrupt the behavior. Then, praise him for being quiet or for keeping his paws on the ground or whatever you’re working on.

Pros of the Doggie Don’t:

• Can be used to stop dog behaviors such as jumping up, barking or counter-surfing, and it’s very effective.
• It’s small enough and light enough to easily carry around.
• The Doggie Don’t could be used for safety reasons such as if you need to startle a dog who’s charging you on a walk or if you need to break up a dog fight.
• The (non-rechargeable) lithium battery should last for about 500 uses. This should last most people several months considering it’s designed to be used sparingly and you’ll need to use it less and less as your dog learns.
• It’s an alternative to a shock collar, squirt bottle or shaking a can of coins.
• It allows you to remain calm and positive. The correction/interrupter comes from the device. Your voice is used for praise.

Cons:

• The noise is loud and does hurt my ears a bit. I imagine it’s worse for pets.
• The sound will annoy all your pets that are near you, not just the “problem child.”
• You can’t adjust the sound’s volume/intensity, and it’s likely too loud for a few sensitive dogs. However, it’s also good to have a consistent sound.
• You’ll need to replace the battery at some point but they should last several months.
• Dog owners should be very careful about using this product if the dog is reacting out of fear or if the dog is acting aggressive. You need to know your own dog and to understand why he’s acting the way he is.

Would I buy this product?

No. While I love the product and it’s really nice to have for my puppy Remy, I don’t think I would spend $50 to order one at this time. My pets’ “bad” behaviors are not such a problem where I feel I would need to order a Doggie Don’t.

That being said, $50 is nothing compared to hiring a dog trainer and it’s well worth the investment if it gets a behavior under control, allows your dog more freedom or keeps others safe.

Would I recommend the product to others?

Yes, I would recommend the Doggie Don’t to anyone who is dealing with a problem behavior such as jumping, barking, counter-surfing, etc.

Dog owners are often instructed to ignore unwanted behavior and reward good behavior, but ignoring a behavior doesn’t always work. The Doggie Don’t is an effective way to interrupt the unwanted behavior without punishing your dog.

Giveaway – Win a Doggie Don’t for Your Dog

*This giveaway has ended.

Doggie Don’t is giving away a device to two lucky readers of That Mutt. You can win for your own dog or for a friend’s dog.

To enter, just leave a comment below to let me know why you would use this product. I’ll choose two winners at random on Friday July 22. Must have a U.S. mailing address to win.

Are you interested in the Doggie Don’t?

How could this product help your dog or a dog you know?

Let me know in the comments!