American Farriers Journal
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This video describes the Vicebreaker H1 as a remote controlled electronic device used to remediate vices and bad habits in horses. The device was created through the combined efforts of two leading companies in the dog and horse training industries, Tri-Tronics and Vicebreaker .
This informational video addresses some common bad habits of horses including biting, kicking, charging, weaving, aggressive behavior toward people, cribbing and wood chewing with which the Vicebreaker H1 is effective. The video cautions that the device is not to be used when riding a horse, and that behavioral problems associated with riding should be addressed through other training techniques.
The device is described and demonstrated as a safe, effective and humane way to correct a horse’s bad behavior. The device is effective up to a half mile away and operates with six levels of stimulation, each described as “slightly unpleasant.” The product comes with a carrying case, transmitter and receiver, a collar, owner’s guide, charger, lanyard and clip holster.
It is also available for use with multiple horses and a dummy collar is available for use when the unit is being recharged. The video explains the 30-day money back guarantee and a 2-year warranty that comes with the device.
Throughout the video, viewers are given a synopsis on how the device works, what to expect with the product, what to look for in correcting behaviors with use of this device and where to turn for additional guidance. (Running time: 18…