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The citronella collar is put out by ABS (Animal Behavior System). The collar is made up of a small rectangular plastic unit that is filled with citronella. When the microphone detects noise, a spray of citronella is emitted. Citronella is derived from lemon grass, a harmless herb. The smell of the citronella works to distract the dog. The collar is not hard to keep adjusted in the correct position as long as it is not adjusted too tightly.

A few of the dog trainers who belong to Pikes Peak Obedience Club gave the citronella collar a try. Cora Pizzitola used the collar on Duncan, a Caviler King Charles Spaniel, to discourage his barking when she crated him while she was teaching classes. She reported the collar to be very effective. She used it three times when he was in the crate, then showed it to him and laid it on top of the crate. After that, she switched to a dummy collar. Now when Duncan is in the crate, he is quiet. Cora was sure to reward Duncan