Cheap Static Correction Measurement for Dog Shock Collars

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A cost-effective method for measuring static correction in dog shock collars is not readily available, as traditional techniques involve high voltage probes and oscilloscopes, which can be expensive. Shock collars likely use an AC high voltage waveform rather than a static shock, complicating measurement since conventional voltmeters may not accurately reflect AC signals. Observing the dog's reaction can help determine the type of current; if the dog freezes upon receiving a shock, it indicates DC, while a lack of reaction suggests AC. Extensive research on this topic exists, particularly from pioneers in electro-physio-psychology. Understanding these measurement techniques is crucial for accurate assessment of shock collar effectiveness.
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Is there a cheap way to measure static correction on a shock collar for dogs?
Thanks in advance,
Mac
 
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The standard way would be to use a high voltage probe and an oscilloscope. Not exactly a "cheap" way, though. BTW, I'd think that the shock collars probably use an AC high voltage waveform, not a "static" shock. Guess I'll google/wiki them if I have time to see how they work...
 
I suppose AC would be more difficult to measure than DC, since hooking it to a conventional voltmeter, the needle would not deflect much.

To determine AC or DC, if u happen to see the collar being used, does the dog freeze everytime the electric shock is given? If so, it is DC, for DC will cause muscles to contract. If not, then it's AC.
 
There are extensive research articles published on this
subject that will tell you everything you need to know
about this kind of measurement technique.

They're recorded under the research works of
Doctors J. Mengele & S. Milgram, pioneers
in their fields of electro-physio-psychology.

Also of note may be the quantitative research of
Doctor I. Pavlov, and the seminal qualitative
analysis of Doctor Marc Bekoff.
 
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