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Setup
WaterDog® Set Up
To set up the WaterDog:
Locate the WaterDog in an area where water spillage is acceptable. Some mulch, artificial
grass, or gravel will ensure a clean, mud-free zone. Attach the WaterDog to the
faucet or hose and adjust the height so the sensors will be at the same height as
the dog's body.
The line of sight of the sensors should be parallel
to the ground; if the sensors point downwards, the ground may activate the WaterDog,
if they point upwards, rain may interfere with the sensors.
For small dogs, it may be necessary to point the unit slightly upwards to avoid
interference with the ground. If the dog prefers to drink out of one side of his
mouth, the nozzle on the front of the WaterDog can be rotated to the left or right
to allow the sensors a better view of the dog's head while he is drinking.
If your pet is inconsistent in its approach to the WaterDog,
it may be necessary to place obstacles on the ground to force him to always approach
and drink from a known location.
For more on this, refer to the WaterDog
User Manual (PDF)