Cinch-it provides the perfect collar fit for your dog

The most revolutionary lead collar has been introduced to the Australian pet market through Innotek Australia. Pet owners seeking a dog collar that is functional, attractive and easy to use look no further.

The Cinch-It collar is designed to be a quality, durable, easy-to-use alternative to the standard pet collar while offering considerably more advantages. Made from 100% non-toxic material they are hypoallergenic and waterproof with the added benefit of not absorbing odours, such as traditional nylon collars. For dogs who love swimming Cinch-its will provide an exceptional all-round lead collar.

Cinch-its were developed incorporating the same "ratchet and pawl" technology as the snowboard industry. You can adjust in 2-mm increments resulting in the perfect fit for your pet...not too loose and not too tight. A one button quick release mechanism is held secure by a safety lock. The excess strap fits under the collar, leaving no loose end.

We believe the Cinch-It collars are the finest collars available today. They have been tested for quality and durability, and will hold up for years under normal pet usage. Available in 6 fun colours and two sizes - ice blue, lime green, hot pink, fire engine red, orange peel and jet black.


Visit www.innotek.com.au for your nearest reseller or call Innotek on 1 800 786 608

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When your pet can come and go, you both win.

This beautifully designed, high-quality patio pet door inserts into the frame of your sliding glass door and automatically adjusts to the proper height. The panel can be installed in the left or right door, and it has an UltraSeal energy-conserving flexible flap system to reduce energy loss. Panels are available in Satin in four sizes.

Innotek Pet Containment really do save dog lives

Anyone who has been touched by the tragic fires in Marysville knows only too well that it is not only the humans that are affected but also their animals.


David and Leanne Stirlings home and 9 acre lavender farm was destroyed as well as their secure property fencing which kept their two Labrador dogs safely contained. Together with the personal stress of losing their farm and the added pressure of their loved dogs disappearing for days at a time onto a busy road, was too much for them.

Owners of Innotek Australia, John and Colleen Holliday, kindly donated one of their systems to ensure the dogs stay safely at home. The containment system allows pet owners to create an area where their animals can roam freely, without being confined by a chain or being surrounded by a fence, Innotek Australia Managing Director John Holliday said. We are happy to help the Stirlings keep their dogs at home, without the added expense of installing new fences.

Innoteks pet containment system works on the principle of a buried wire on the property in which the owner wishes to contain their pet. The dog is equipped with a special electronic collar that picks up a radio signal from the wire when he gets close to the boundary. He first receives a audible warning tone in his collar and if he proceeds further, a mild electrical stimulus that reminds him to stay in the safe part of the yard. Flags are positioned around the boundary area to help the dog recognise its new boundaries.

Hundreds of dogs are killed, abandoned or maimed on Australian roads each year. We feel proud to fulfill our companys mission by providing a proven solution to Australian dog owners that keeps animals out of harms way. Peace of mind for the owners and freedom for the animal, Mr Holliday said.

Innotek Australia can be contacted on 1 800 786 608

Testing the new GPS in Innotek's tracking systems

Innotek Australia has announced the availability of the GPS20, the first tracking system which can operate in both GPS and standard radio tracking modes.



A number of trackers have been on the market in Australia and all of these use collars which transmit a "beep" which can be picked up by a handheld receiver using a directional antenna. These older systems indicate the dog's direction only, although a very skilled operator could get a rough idea of the distance by the strength of the signal. With the new GPS20, the collar emits the "beep" but also sends the GPS coordinates of the dog and status information like the charge level of the collar's battery. Using the GPS coordinates, the receiver displays the dog's position using an electronic compass and the distance the dog is from the receiver. So the hunter now has much more accurate and easy to read information about where the dog is located.


Older systems also had the problem where the signal would bounce off hillsides giving false indications of direction to the operator, whereas the GPS20 gives the precise location of the dog.


The GPS20 claims to detect a collar from 20 km in Radio Tracking mode and 7 km in GPS mode. We have tried it in Australia and have achieved a strong GPS signal from over 9 km so the claimed range should easily be achieved. What is more, the receiver will pick up signals from other collar brands that operate on the same frequency, so owners that have invested in older systems can continue to use the collars.



The GPS20 was developed and is manufactured in Spain by a company that specialises in tracking technology for a range of applications, such as wildlife tracking, falconry and the tracking of people and materials. It is a relatively easy system to carry with you through the bush. It can easily be pulled from a backpack quickly and setting up is a breeze once you have it down pat. Like all systems, one needs to practice and test it as much as possible to give positive results in the field. The collars are manufactured in a rugged hard case and strapped and screwed tightly for Australian conditions. The instruction booklet gives you a comprehensive run down on the system for easy use.

The GPS20 is available from retailers of Innotek products or by mail order direct from Innotek
www.innotek.com.au

Containing canines carefully without fences

Rabbits, foxes, neighbours cattle and sheep stirred up the true hunting nature of
Di Corr's three Jack Russells. Living on 7 acres in Morisset didn't stop her little escape artists from running out the front gate. Di's valuable dogs were not only loved pets but also champion show dogs. The threat of ticks, thorns, snakes or being run over was too much for her. After building enclosures, tying them up and locking them in the house, she finally discovered Innotek's Smart Dog pet containment system.



To fence or not to fence is a question that poses problems for many homeowners. Reasons for fencing include privacy, enhancement of the appearance of your home, and security, with fence and gate presenting a least a psychological barrier to would be intruders. For owners of pets, a fence is usually considered a necessity to keep the animal in the yard.

Gaps in fences, gates that can be squeezed under or through, or the lack of any fencing at all can make it easy for dogs and cats to wander away from home. This in turn can lead to trouble, from causing annoyance in the neighbourhood to meeting an untimely death on the road.

Innotek's Smart Dog pet containment systems solve dog behaviour problems such as "roaming" and "wandering" and prevent dogs from escaping their property boundaries. Many behaviour problems are caused by lack of exercise and stimulation. Often with the responsibilities of modern lives, few pet owners have the time necessary to train their dog to enjoy such freedom.

"The containment system allows pet owners to create an area where their animal can roam freely, without being confined by a chain or being surrounded by a fence," Innotek Australia Managing Director John Holliday said. Since 1995, Innotek Australia has been providing pet behaviour solutions to thousands of Australian dog owners.

The Smart Dog system works on the principle of a buried wire on the property in which the owner wishes to contain their pet. (Wire can also be tacked onto an existing fence) The dog is equipped with a special computerised collar that picks up a radio signal from the wire when he gets close to the boundary. He first receives a "audible warning tone" in his collar and if he proceeds further, a mild electrical stimulus that reminds him to stay in the "safe" part of the yard. Flags are positioned around the boundary area to help the dog recognise its new boundaries.

"Most dogs can be successfully trained within a fortnight. Some customers install the system to keep cats in their yard and it has worked very effectively," Mr Holliday said.

Dogs are creatures of habit. They learn bad behaviour as quickly as good. The challenge is to teach them good behaviour before bad behaviour becomes a habit.

From the smallest little escape artist Jack Russell terrier to large strong willed Boxers, Innotek offers a solution to suit any dog on suburban or acreage properties. Check their website at www.innotek.com.au or call 1-800-786608 for a free catalogue.

With ZONES, this counter top would be off limits.

Put ZONES near anything you want your dog to avoid. Designed by professionals to instantly keep your dog away from problem areas in your home - no training necessary.

Unlike other deterrents, ZONES are totally cordless. You can put a ZONE near anything you want your dog to avoid - the garbage, kitchen counter or your best furniture.



Zones - Indoor Pet Proof Barriers

Designed to instantly keep your pets away from problems areas in your home with no training required. Zones are totally cordless and can be put near anything you want your pet to avoid

Proven solutions for Animal Control

In a perfect world, dogs would heed their master's commands, the neighbour's dog wouldn't bark all night and the family pet wouldn't escape property boundaries. Dogs are creatures of habit. They learn bad behaviour as quickly as good. The challenge is to teach them good behaviour before bad behaviour becomes a habit.


More than 1000 pets are put down every week in Australia, mostly because of unacceptable behaviour where owners become frustrated and dump their pets at the local pound. Behaviours such as nuisance barking, escaping properties, digging, chasing neighbour's chooks can now be solved with a range of safe and effective products from Innotek Australia. Over 50,000 dog owners including professional organisations such as Veterinarians, RAAF, Qld Police, local Councils, have discovered these humane, effective and alternative behaviour solutions.


For chronic wanderers, Innotek's Smart Dog pet containment system will keep a dog on your property without fences and in the process, possibly save the dog's life. The system works on the principle of a buried wire surrounding the property. The dog is equipped with a computerised collar, which picks up a radio signal from the buried wire when he gets close to the boundary. He first receives a "warning tome" in his collar and if he proceeds further, a mild electrical stimulus. With over 3 million systems installed worldwide, Innotek has proven that "Houdini" dogs can be safely and humanely contained.


Innotek's No-Bark collar is designed to humanely and effectively control "nuisance" or incessant barking. The automatic No-Bark collar offers seven stimulation levels from a barely perceptible distraction to a more decisive correction that gets the attention of even the most stubborn dog. Innotek's No-Bark collars are safe to use around other dogs because the stimulus can only be activated by the bark of the dog wearing the collar. It's no wonder that over 50 local Australian Councils now use and recommend Innotek's No-Bark collar for solving nuisance barking problems boasting a 98% success rate.

Free call Innotek Australia for these and other behavioural solutions on 1-800-786-608. Check Innotek's home page at http://www.innotek.com.au.

Fox Terrier Genevieve Out-Foxed!

Neville Manson of Portland was "out of his mind" with frustration trying to contain his 5 year old fox terrier escapologist, Genevieve. Despite his diligent efforts of building a 6 foot high pool fence that she scaled over, the Animal Control Ranger was waiting at the end of the street to retrieve her for the third time in a month. Neville was up for a $150 council fine. Her strong determination to escape the property found her chewing through power cables and telephone lines.

"The last straw for our family was when "Gen" tunnelled under the house, got into my bird aviary and killed all my birds. I tried to give her away but the new owners returned her after a short period of time. I had become the laughing stock of town," reports Neville. After much desperation of searching for alternative methods, he discovered Innotek's pet containment system. After installation and 5 days of training, Neville has now successfully contained his escaping terrier and feels secure leaving the house without fear of "Gen" running onto a busy road.

This is not an unusual story. Thousands of dogs are abandoned each year in Australia due to unacceptable behaviour such as escaping or roaming. Dogs are creatures of habit. They learn bad behaviour as quickly as good. The challenge is to teach them good behaviour before bad behaviour becomes a habit.

Options such as locking the dog in the garage, building expensive fences that potentially a dog could dig under or climb over, or restraining your pet with a chain or rope can prove to be cruel and just as frustrating for the animal. Since 1995, Innotek Australia has been providing behaviour solutions such as the Smart Dog pet containment system to thousands of Australian dog owners.

The Smart Dog system works on the principle of a buried wire on the property in which the owner wishes to contain their pet. The dog is equipped with a special computerised collar that picks up a radio signal from the wire when he approaches the boundary. He first receives a "warning tone" in his collar and if he proceeds further, a mild stimulus that reminds him to stay in the "safe" part of the yard. The stimulation level can be set by the owner to match the dog's temperament. Flags are positioned around the boundary area to help the dog recognise its new boundaries. Most dogs will be trained to stay within the property in 14 days.

From the smallest little escape artist Jack Russell terrier to large strong willed Malamutes or Boxers, Innotek offers a solution to suit your dog and property specifications. Check their website at innotek.com.au or call 1-800-786608 for a free catalogue.

Keeping working dogs on the job.

Almost all dog owners, whether they live in the city or country, experience problem behaviours such as nuisance barking, jumping fences, or other habits such as biting livestock, ignoring commands or hunting wildlife. Many a working dog has met a short end due to bad behaviour, which could not be eliminated by traditional training methods.

Dogs are creatures of habit. They learn bad behaviour as quickly as good. The challenge is to teach them good behaviour before bad behaviour becomes a habit. For the working dog owner, gaining their dog's attention at a distance can be a major obstacle while working cattle or sheep.

Since 1995, Innotek's range of remote dog training collars have been solving these and many other problems with thousands of Australian farmers. Innotek's range of remote training collars are designed as a tool to improve dog training, reinforce commands and eliminate any bad habits, while maintaining the bond with the handler and their dogs.

"As a professional trainer, trialler and breeder of Champion Border Collies, it is
essential to have well trained obedient working dogs" says Ken Huth of Sweetmillar Working Border Collies, Gayndah. "Innotek's remote training collars have become an essential tool in training and produce results beyond anything I would have imagined. For paddock work, reinforcing commands and breaking bad habits such as chasing roos, they are easier on my dogs and myself. My dogs do their best work and I have become a far better trainer than I ever thought possible."


Innotek's range of remote training collars offer the handler total control over their dogs from one hand-held radio transmitter at a distance of 800 metres. Their dog collars are rugged, rechargeable and 100% waterproof for dogs that enjoy a quick summer dip in the dam. A remote training collar can easily save the owner more than the cost of the collar and for the dog, it may save his life.

Innotek's remotes are also widely used by the handlers of dogs in the business of security and law enforcement. In Australia, the Queensland Police Dog squads, Australian Federal Police and the RAAF are all experienced users of Innotek's remotes. Call Innotek Australia for more information on 1-800-786608 or check their website at www.innotek.com.au.

A happy ending for Labradoodle Maggie

They say cats have nine lives, well Maggie the Labradoodle is one lucky dog. Thrown out of a car window with two other puppies, she was rescued by the RSPCA somewhere on the Pacific Highway central NSW. The other two puppies were killed but Maggie sat by the road waiting to be rescued.



Unfortunately, more than 1000 pets are put down every week in Australia, mostly due to unacceptable behaviour where owners become frustrated and dump their pets at the local pound. Undesirable behaviours such as nuisance barking, escaping properties, digging, chasing neighbours' chooks can now be solved with a range of safe and effective products from Innotek Australia.


Fortunately, for Maggie she was adopted by Jennifer Runge but her problems didn't stop there. Jennifer found Maggie wandering along the busy highway visiting neighbours and had to find an cost effective alternative solution to replacing 7 acres of rundown fences. She discovered Innotek's Smart Dog pet containment system and quickly installed to keep Maggie out of harm's way.


The system works on the principle of a boundary wire on the property in which the owner wishes to contain their pet. Acting like an invisible fence, you can also block off areas such as pools, garden beds or any areas you don't want the dog to go. The dog is equipped with a special computerised collar that picks up a radio signal from the wire when he approaches the boundary. Together with a brief training period, most dogs will learn their new boundaries within a fortnight.


Jennifer shares her experience, " I can now go to work and know that when I return, Maggie will still be there, safe. It has amazed so many of our friends and visitors to see Maggie contined with no fence! We have a dam near the house, in which she sends a lot of time swimming, so the waterproof collar is perfect". From the smallest little escape artist Jack Russell terrier to large strong willed Boxers, Innotek offers a solution to suit your dog and property specifications. Check their website at www.innotek.com.au or call 1-800-786608 for a free catalogue.

Pet Containment Fences Are For Hunting Dogs, Too

Electronic fences are a great aid to hunting dog owners who live in urban areas or have a hunting dog that is also the family pet.
By Rhett Kermicle (article from www.sportdog.com)


During our training of the pointing breeds, I'm often asked if an in-ground or "pet containment" fence is a good way to keep a hunting dog from wandering away from home. I say "Yes", but then remind people to follow a few common-sense training rules. Many of these rules mirror the principles we use in training bird dogs at our kennel. After all, training is training, regardless of your goal.

Most dog owners are familiar with these fences, which have become quite popular in the past decade. The concept is simple: A buried wire runs around the perimeter of the area where you want to contain your dog. The dog wears an electronic collar, which delivers a light electronic correction if the dog tries to pass the perimeter.

Today's fences are more affordable and reliable than ever. Failures most often result when a dog owner doesn't properly train the dog to respect the boundary. If you install a fence, strap a collar on your dog and turn it loose in the yard, you're bound to be disappointed.

There are three ways a dog will respond to the correction. First, a dog may panic and bolt through the perimeter. Second, it may freeze when it feels the correction. Third, and this is the response you want, is that the dog will return to you in the "safe" part of the yard. Your job is to be sure the dog responds the third way every time.


The Sportdog In-Ground Fence (Model SDF-100) is a popular choice for sporting dog owners. Its rugged, waterproof collar-receiver offers the owner high and low range of correction levels to keep dogs in the yard without overcorrection.
If you've been properly using an electronic collar for hunting, your job is partly done already. Your dog probably sees the collar as a signal it’s going to go somewhere or do something enjoyable. But even if your dog has never worn an e-collar, it's not a problem. Here's how to start training.

First, with the collar's power off, put the collar on your dog every time you take it out. Do this for at least a week. This teaches the dog that it can't go out without its collar. During this time, reinforce the "Come" or "Here" command using a check cord and treats. As with all dog training, repetition is the key. Train the dog to come to you every time you command it. Next, with the dog wearing the e-collar (still with the power off), lead it around the perimeter, which you've marked with perimeter training flags.

Whenever your dog tries to wander past the boundary, give a tug on the check cord, thus teaching the dog that the proper response to the flags is to stay within the boundaries. This action is a "silent" or nonverbal command. Praise the dog repeatedly. This helps establish the dog's safe zone. When you’re sure your dog understands the meaning of the flags, you can turn the collar on. Repeat the exercise, but now if the dog wanders too close to the flags, the collar will come into play. To be fair to the dog and help it learn, I recommend a collar that delivers both a warning beep before correction starts and allows you to adjust the correction level, such as the collar that comes with the Radio Systems Deluxe Radio Fence system.

If the dog ignores the warning, the system first delivers a low correction, which will progress through four levels unless the dog gets back to the safe zone. As always, when the dog returns to you, be generous with the praise. Your dog is quickly learning that staying in the yard is much preferred to the uncomfortable electronic correction.

Electronic fences are a great aid to hunting dog owners who live in urban areas or have a hunting dog that is also the family pet. There are many models of fences to choose from, depending on your type of dog and the size of your yard. To find out more about these products, visit our Pet Containment section.

Outback - Damn dog found !

Now that Innotek has introduced the GPS20 gundog tracking device, "Where's that damn dog?' needn't be a standard phrase in any sporting shooter's conversational repertoire. Designed in Spain and again using a collar, the device utilises both radio waves and GPS to locate missing dogs.





First the collar is initialised to the console and the name of the dog entered into the memory. (Up to 100 dogs - or rather, collars - can be memorised.) The dog(s) can be tracked on the handheld console - either by finding the direction where the radio signal is strongest or by following the directional arrow in GPS mode, when the distance the dog is away is also displayed. It's claimed that the unit can detect a signal in Radio Tracking Mode up to 20km away, and up to 7km in GPS Mode, which can also be used to track down a GPS point where you left your car or stashed some game. By the way, the collar is completely waterproof (as you would expect).


At $1990, the GPS20 isn't cheap, but comes with a two year warranty and really works well, even on cloudy days. It's available through retailers of Innotek products or direct by mail order from Innotek (http://www.innotek.com.au).


Right, got the dog, now where's that damn duck?


Reprinted with permission from Outback Magazine

Innotek pet containment systems really do save dog lives

Anyone who has been touched by the tragic fires in Marysville knows only too well that it is not only the humans that are affected but also their animals.

David and Leanne Stirlings home and 9 acre lavender farm was destroyed as well as their secure property fencing which kept their two Labrador dogs safely contained. Together with the personal stress of losing their farm and the added pressure of their loved dogs disappearing for days at a time onto a busy road, was too much for them.

Owners of Innotek Australia, John and Colleen Holliday, kindly donated one of their systems to ensure the dogs stay safely at home. The containment system allows pet owners to create an area where their animals can roam freely, without being confined by a chain or being surrounded by a fence, Innotek Australia Managing Director John Holliday said. We are happy to help the Stirlings keep their dogs at home, without the added expense of installing new fences.


Innoteks pet containment system works on the principle of a buried wire on the property in which the owner wishes to contain their pet. The dog is equipped with a special electronic collar that picks up a radio signal from the wire when he gets close to the boundary. He first receives a audible warning tone in his collar and if he proceeds further, a mild electrical stimulus that reminds him to stay in the safe part of the yard. Flags are positioned around the boundary area to help the dog recognise its new boundaries.


Hundreds of dogs are killed, abandoned or maimed on Australian roads each year. We feel proud to fulfill our companys mission by providing a proven solution to Australian dog owners that keeps animals out of harms way. Peace of mind for the owners and freedom for the animal, Mr Holliday said.

Innotek Australia can be contacted on 1 800 786 608

Testing the new GPS in Innotek's tracking systems is sure to keep you up to date with the latest technology

Innotek Australia has announced the availability of the GPS20, the first tracking system which can operate in both GPS and standard radio tracking modes.



A number of trackers have been on the market in Australia and all of these use collars which transmit a "beep" which can be picked up by a handheld receiver using a directional antenna. These older systems indicate the dog's direction only, although a very skilled operator could get a rough idea of the distance by the strength of the signal. With the new GPS20, the collar emits the "beep" but also sends the GPS coordinates of the dog and status information like the charge level of the collar's battery. Using the GPS coordinates, the receiver displays the dog's position using an electronic compass and the distance the dog is from the receiver. So the hunter now has much more accurate and easy to read information about where the dog is located.



Older systems also had the problem where the signal would bounce off hillsides giving false indications of direction to the operator, whereas the GPS20 gives the precise location of the dog.



The GPS20 claims to detect a collar from 20 km in Radio Tracking mode and 7 km in GPS mode. We have tried it in Australia and have achieved a strong GPS signal from over 9 km so the claimed range should easily be achieved. What is more, the receiver will pick up signals from other collar brands that operate on the same frequency, so owners that have invested in older systems can continue to use the collars.



The GPS20 was developed and is manufactured in Spain by a company that specialises in tracking technology for a range of applications, such as wildlife tracking, falconry and the tracking of people and materials. It is a relatively easy system to carry with you through the bush. It can easily be pulled from a backpack quickly and setting up is a breeze once you have it down pat. Like all systems, one needs to practice and test it as much as possible to give positive results in the field. The collars are manufactured in a rugged hard case and strapped and screwed tightly for Australian conditions. The instruction booklet gives you a comprehensive run down on the system for easy use.


The GPS20 is available from retailers of Innotek products or by mail order direct from Innotek www.innotek.com.au