Probait and FOXOFF. Bait Aversion have a collaboration with DBCA and ACTA toxic bait manufactures, we have sourced the identical product without toxins to use during the training. Sodium fluoroacetate (1080 poison) the active ingredient is highly lethal. We also add dried roo meat as it is also often used during baiting programmes. The only time any toxic substance is used is when we are offering blow fish aversion – more details on this service to follow.
FAQs
What do you use?
How does it work?
We allow dogs to explore and investigate the target area without command or encouragement. They can at will sample the dummy baits that are strategically placed. Sometimes the baits are in the open and other times hidden. If a dog touches or mouths the bait it experiences a correction delivered by our bait aversion device ‘BAD’ box, energiser – supplemented with an e-collar as back up. This creates an unpleasant experience for dogs that they do not want to repeat, and thus instils the aversion or behaviour modification we are hoping for.
How much does it cost?
Initial training costs $390
Refresher training costs $195
Pack discount rates available (2 dogs = 10%, 3+ dogs = 15%)
How long is my booking?
Every dog gets 45 minutes to wander the initial and a secondary site. We keep it naturalistic, no prompting, starving, or enticing a dog towards a target. It is entirely up to the dog if it chooses to interact with the bait. It’s a naturalistic, self-learning, approach.
What if I need to change my appointment time or day?
Please contact the office directly if you wish to reschedule your booking.
How effective is it?
The scientific research project upon which our training programme is based proved highly successful. But it must be repeated for effectiveness. Our parent company also offers Snake Avoidance for dogs which also has a high success rate. Neither training programmes are guaranteed in any way. We are just trying to save dogs from potential harm using the best-known methodology available.
How can I test the effectiveness?
Only safely by booking a refresher – ideally at a different location.
What else can I do to keep my dog safe from baits?
Muzzling your dog with prior training, so the dog ‘likes’ to be muzzled, is the only other method we are aware of.
Blow fish
We are also offering blow fish aversion on selected dates. Blow fish contain a highly lethal toxin called tetrodotoxin, present in the flesh, internal organs, and even in their skin.
I am interested in bait aversion training for government departments, rangeland groups, and corporate.
If you are interested in our bait aversion training for rangeland groups, government departments, or corporate please contact us directly to start a conversation.