about this Product
The DOGTEK® Sonic Birdhouse uses ultrasonic sound technology that can only be heard by
dogs. This technology is used to deter unwanted barking.
• This product can be used either
indoors, outdoors or taken with
you on the go.
• This product can be used as a
training aid.
• This product can be used to stop
unwanted barking from your or your neighbor's dogs.
• Effective on all dogs within range of the Sonic Birdhouse.
• Deter barking dogs on camping trips and on the move.
• Can detect a barking dog from up to 50 feet away.
• 3 levels of bark detection sensitivity.
• Low battery indicator.
• Weatherproof and suitable for outdoor use.
When the DOGTEK® Sonic Birdhouse is within range of a barking dog, the internal
microphone's sense the barking and the unit is triggered automatically. The DOGTEK® Sonic
Birdhouse emits an ultrasonic sound which is heard by dogs but is not detected by humans.
The dog will stop barking when The DOGTEK® Sonic Birdhouse emits it high-pitched, safe
and effective tone. The dog will begin to associate their bark with this unpleasant noise. When
the dog stops barking the ultrasonic tone will also stop. The DOGTEK® Sonic Birdhouse has 3
sensitivity levels and a test mode to choose from. It is effective up to 50 feet.
Note: iF the dog is deaF or hearing impaired, he may not react to the dogteK® sonic birdhouse.
Note: in rare situations dogs can become desensitized. to avoid, only turn the sonic birdhouse on
during periods prone to unWanted or excessive barKing From your or a neighboring dog.
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Caution: Humans cannot hear the ultrasonic sound; however precautions should be taken
when setting up the DOGTEK® Sonic Birdhouse for use:
• When on, keep at arms length away from the human ear to avoid hearing damage in the case
a dog begins barking while you are setting up, mounting or hanging the DOGTEK® Sonic
Birdhouse.
• Humans should also avoid standing very close to the DOGTEK® Sonic Birdhouse
when it is on.
• Not for use by children.
• This is a bark control device for dogs. Never attempt to use it for any purpose other
than described in this manual.
• Please visit www.dogtek.com for information on the DOGTEK® Sonic Birdhouse or call our
Customer Care Center at 1-800-284-2060.
Features
• Uses ultrasonic sound to deter excessive and unwanted barking.
• Detects barks up to 50 feet away with the use of 3 internal microphones.
• 4 levels of operation including a test mode.
• High quality output speaker.
• Durable and weatherproof, suitable for outdoor and indoor use.
• Uses one standard 9V battery (not included).
Possible Uses for the doGteK® sonic Birdhouse
• Stop your barking dog.
• Stop your neighbor's barking dog.
• Train puppies not to bark.
• Deter barking dogs on camping trips and when you are on the go.
Key definitions
3 Sensors/ Microphones:
Used to detect the barking from
all angles.
Sound Activated Speakers:
Produces the ultrasonic sound.
Two Color LED:
Shows good or low battery.
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