Pet Product Reviews

SportDog gear leads the field because they're always in the field. SportDOG Brand® is the kind of dog-training gear sportsmen would design and build for themselves if they ran the company, because sportsmen do run the company.

The PetSafe Sportdog in ground fence system is most effective for dogs over 10 pounds. On the components is a lifetime limited warranty and a proof for the true quality of the product. Do you have multiple dogs or just added new dog to your family? No problem with this system, just purchase an extra collar receiver and train your dog.

You can easily install the system and create the off limit areas in your garden for the dog. Because of this easy installment you save a lot of money that you otherwise spent on hired installers. You must really take the time to train your dog properly and invest some time in it. This is something you must be aware of before purchasing this system. All with all this system is very complete for a very reasonable price.

Pros: Effective, Easy to use, Improves behavior, Durable, Versatile
Best Uses: Active dogs, Large dogs, Work dogs, Hunting dogs

SportDog Electric Dog Fence kit
Keeping your dog safe at home is a must for all dog owners. The SportDog Underground Electric Dog Fence can help. Whether your dog hunts, trials or is a full-time companion, this Underground Dog Fence provides freedom and safety for $1,000's less than conventional fencing. The SportDog Electric Dog Fence kit includes everything you need to contain one dog in a yard up to 1 Acre. The SportDog Underground Electric Dog Fence is easy to install and versatile enough to accommodate just about any yard or area.
Like all of SportDog products, the SportDog Underground Electric Dog Fence is backed by a Lifetime Warranty. And installation is as simple as installing the wire around the perimeter and plugging in the transmitter. Follow the SportDog training instructions to get your dog used to his new boundaries and your dog will be staying safe at home in no time. The SportDog Underground Fence Collar is compatible with the PetSafe Indoor Radio Fence Transmitter. You can use the Indoor Radio Fence to control your pet's movement and access to areas of your home where you may not want him to go.
Reviews:
Very Easy to Set Up. Easy setup with the ground staples. We have almost an acre and it was plenty of wire to go around our whole property. Have not had any problems with training, our dog loves to be outside all of the time now and has not had any issues with him running through the fence.
We have 2 Dalmatians and a Black Lab/Pit Bull mix on 10.5 acres , with a pond. I made a circle that is 2500' feet long....this system works very well...my dogs are very active...they swim every day- this does not bother the waterproof collar. They don't just swim with the collars on - they attack (play) each other constantly...in the pond, on land, every day, all day! It only took about 1 week to train them, even with such a large area as I have. They do not challenge the collar, even though it is on it's lowest shock setting. This system is impressive, and my wife and I agree it was money very well spent!
Long-Ter Use. I bought my Sport Dog in ground fence about 3 years ago to use with my 1 year old boxer (Astro). It was awesome. It was easy to train and we were so impressed that my dad and my father in law both bought the same system for their property. We have quickly taught all three dogs the boundary at all three houses. Now I am going to buy a extra collar for my son in law's lab.
Expandable System to Add Multiple Dogs Later.I want to be able to add dogs to my collar system as my needs change. I don't want to have to sell my old system or send it in to have it altered. I also don't want it to cost a fortune. Another advantage of the new SportDOG collars comes in the way that you program the collars and the transmitter.

SportDOG In-Ground Fence
The SportDOG under ground fence is simple to install yourself and provides increased safety for your pet. The timeout between corrections is critical in decreasing the amount of time it takes to adequately train your animal. The dog-training collars come with variable settings so you can train big or small dogs quickly and safely. The electric fence is expandable up to 100 acres and allows your pet to roam while you relax. Their pet containment system is one of the most durable and effective electric dog fences available. Try a SportDOG collar today and sleep soundly tonight.
Review:
Great product. Easy to install, learn and use. I recently rescued a dog, and we live on a lake. We quickly discovered that she likes to swim away from our property and wonder to the neighbors. For fear of her getting lost (again), we needed a solution. This product immediately stopped that behavor. We simply laid a line along the lakeshore and she quicker learned to avoid the area. The only part I didn't like was that a "loop" was required. Since we only needed one straight line, this added a little more work. But all-in-all, it was VERY easy to install. Just took a few hours and it was up and running.
Just Easy. The instruction manual that came with the product gets a rave review from me. It was thorough, helpful and written in a straighforward language that was easy to understand. The product itself is well made. I was curious enough about the company that I actually checked the package for more information. We have an independent Great Pyrenees puppy that was wandering into neighboring properties. We wired about two acres of land and we are doing well. It is now 1 month after installation. Be prepared to work with the settings a bit to find the best match with your dog. Overall, I am very pleased and have already recommended the product to someone else.

SportDog Additional Receiver Collar & Remote Training Collar
The SportDOG additional collar is for use with your SportDOG In-Ground Fence system (SDF-100). This receiver collar features four adjustable correction levels plus beep and vibrate-only modes. The collar comes with two sets of contact points to match the length of your dog's coat. An unlimited number of dogs can be added to the SDF-100 dog fence system.
Review:
I would personally check....with your finger... the various levels prior to making a decision on your dog. Level 3 is substantial and should work on all but the more stubborn dogs. Level 5 would stop a full grown man.
Customizing your Transmitter: The most amazing part of the SportDOG SD-400 is the versatility in the transmitter. This unit is designed so that you can select the stimulation settings that fit your needs and you can change them if your needs change with out having to purchase a new unit.

SportDog Bark Control Collar
Since I have 10 dogs and close neighbors, it’s a must for me to have a reliable no bark collar. I’ve used them all,but I’m having very good success with the Sport Dog SBC10R. I set mine for progressive correction and let ‘er go - it’s almost magic! No accidential corrections. The unit is very durable and rechargable - no worring about replacing batteries. For me, this is the bark collar of choice.
The SBC-18 is a great tool that can be used by dog owners that want to reduce their pets' barking in a practical, yet humane way. It is one of the most technological advanced bark training collars in the market, and includes 18 levels of correction, which react to either sound or vibrations caused by barking, and can be used on dogs with necks that fall within the 6" to 28" range.
The collar always starts correction with the lowest level of static intensity, and it goes up to the next one automatically if the dog barks again within 30 seconds. Nevertheless, the collar will shut itself down automatically for three minutes if it detects at least 15 barks within 50 seconds.
The most popular features of the collar are the number of correction levels it provides, resistance to water and bad weather, a test mode that will save you trips to get it fixed, and a limited guarantee. And when it comes to looks, the SBC-10 comes in a great looking orange color.
The collar isn't recommended for dogs that are too aggressive. Do not use any other collar or object at the same time that the dog wears the SBC-18. For example, tether strings that can damage or activate the collar. In addition, the maximum number of hours you should make your dog wear the collar is 8. Finally, don't make your dog wear the collar too tightly in order to avoid rashes.

SportDOG Beeper Collars
SportDOG has set the bar extremely high with their electronic beeper collars. These revolutionary devices will allow you to know if your dog is on point even in the heaviest of cover. The beeper collars have several levels of controls and allow for single beep or silent beep while your dog is on the move. When they go on point you can adjust the electronic dog collar to emit a hawk scream to keep the birds from flushing before you are in position for a shot. As with all SportDOG products they are rugged, waterproof and made for the field. The SportDOG beeper collar will make you a more efficient hunter and will provide the exciting hunts you have been looking for.
Unlike any other product in the category, this remote beeper does not depend on a training collar to operate. You can use your transmitter to operate the remote beeper by itself, the training collar by itself, or both together if you need them.
This is a flexible training/hunting accessory that will fit your style. If you own a SportDOG UplandHunter 1850, the 1850 transmitter will operate all SDR-BEEP training collars and beeper functions remotely and allow you to run a second dog.

SportDog has a variety of products to suit your dogs needs, including SportDog training collars, SportDog shock collars, and SportDog bark collars. SportDog products are made to work for outdoor sporting dogs. Get all of them at Pet Street Mall.

Dog tracking system collars and GPS dog collars at Pet Street Mall allow you to quickly locate your pet from miles away. These tools act as homing devices to bring your pet safely home. The ability to keep track of your hound has been a problem for decades, especially if your Blue Tick runs off several miles chasing that coon. Although their bellows are loud if they tree the animal, it is often tough to determine their location if they burrow into a hole or cave. Our tracking collars have a ranges of up to several miles in rolling terrain and even further for direct line of site. These electronic dog collars are equipped with cutting edge technology that will make your hunt more effective and successful. Purchase your tracking device today and see the difference the next time you hunt.

Hunter dogs are adept in hunting activities certain devices were created in order to help hunters monitor their dogs. Hunters generally have a close attachment to the dog and want to be sure it is both safe and performing according to its training. Canine tracking systems come in two varieties, a collar or a harness with a transmitter. Either one or the other is worn by the dog. This is part one of the system. Part two is the hand-held receiver held by the hunter. Basically, a dog tracking system is a device used to track the activities of dogs while they are out hunting by monitoring dogs on their location, current activity, or check whenever dogs have already gotten the prey.

It is important to understand the range of these systems. Generally, when manufacturers state the range of a dog tracking collar/harness, they are referring the distance the collar can be detected over a flat and unobstructed terrain. These distances are quoted under ideal circumstances such as a clear line of sight and a fully charged transmitter. Range can be reduced with differences in terrain or a weak collar. Fortunately, many dog tracking collar receivers are equipped with a directional antenna to help determine the direction of the signal and the bearing to the dog. This lets the hunter know the almost exact position of the dog.

Pros: Easy to use, Effective, Durable, Versatile, Improves behavior
Best Uses: Hunting dogs, Active dogs, Work dogs, loose dogs, Large dogs, Small dogs
Cons: Low battery life, weak signal in rough terrain, weak signal on long ranges

Brands of Dog Tracking Systems

Tracker Maxima - Audio and Visual tracking in the palm of your hand...
The Tracker Maxima receiver is one of the smallest receivers on the market today. Track up to 1000 channels with this system and pre-program your receiver with 2 collars in the memory. That's not all, you may also track additional collars by entering them manually. This dog tracking collars features allow you to track your friends dogs as well as your own.
Review: The use of this collar has reduced the time taken to locate the dogs when they are holding a hog in scrub resulting in more hog kills, fresher dogs and a proud owner!

Petsafe GPS Petfinder
This dog tracking system is a GPS tracking/locator collar that prevent those 'worst nightmares' from ever coming true. We all worry about our pets being lost or stolen. Now there is a system that fits comfortably, ensures your pets safety and is tracked via satellite to locate your dog's exact position 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Unlike other expensive systems that can easily fall out of signal range, this GPS locator is fueled by a power AGPS (Assisted Global Positioning System) with a 2-way wireless transmitter. Out of range is not an option.
How this system works: Once you receive the collar you will need to set up a Home Zone boundary, either online or via phone. This boundary will enable you to receive notification when your dog leaves the specified area that would result in your dog being lost or possibly stolen. An immediate alert will be emailed or sent to your phone to inform you of this breach. A Specialist will gladly stay on the line with you until you are reunited with your pet.

Contact Pet Com Dog Tracking System
The Contact Pet Com tracking system offers the ability to track a single dog up to range of 3 miles. Contact tracking systems operate on 434 and 435 MHz to provide the clearest and most accurate signal with significantly less interference than other tracking systems. The small, lightweight receiver easily fits into a pants or jacket pocket and operates for up to 15 hours on 2 AA alkaline batteries. An easy to view signal indicator provides immediate feedback as to the location of your lost pet. Pet Com comes complete with the smallest available collar transmitter, weighing just over 1 oz. to fit comfortably on any size pet. A single AAA battery provides up to 225 hours of operation. Kit includes carrying case, 1 collar transmitter, 1 handheld receiver, batteries included. Never spend spend countless hours searching for a lost pet again Have your pet safe at home in no time with a Contact Pet Com tracking system.

Contact Pro Dog Tracking System
Contact Pro Tracking system was developed with the serious hunter in mind focusing on ease of use, durability, and practicality. It is the most accurate radio directional finder on the market. Operating on the only band the FCC has dedicated for radio location of 434-434 MHz allowing for precise location of your dog(s) without the noise found at lower frequencies offered by competitive systems. It is built to withstand the rigors of any hunting excursion including any water you may encounter.
Contact is the latest manufacturer of advanced tracking equipment for sport dogs. Sport equipment designed by sportsmen, Contact tracking equipment is ideal for the avid hunter. Whether hunting upland or in deep brush, Contact tracking equipment gets the job done.

Contact Pro Dog Tracking System with Bark Indicator
The Contact Pro Tracking System with Bark Indicator has identical specifications to the Standard Transmitter, with the addition of a bark sensor, which provides immediate notification that your dog has located its game. Also the battery life is reduced to 250 hours with the bark indicator option.

Contact Pro Dog Tracking System w Light Transmitter
he lightweight handheld receiver easily fits into pants or jacket pockets for quick access when you need it and is designed to withstand the rigors of everyday hunting. Built in each Contact® Pro transmitter is a 3.5mm headset jack for those moments when noise is simply not an option. The pro series operates on 2 easily replaceable AA batteries for up to 15 hours. When you are out on the hunt with your dogs, you want the greatest accuracy you can get. Dogs can range for miles, over the course of hours, and when you want to find them, you should be able to, quickly and efficiently. Either they are on to game, or it is time to pack it up. That is why Contact has designed equipment that makes tracking your dog a breeze. Effective, efficient and accurate, Contact is the brand you can trust.


Astro Combo GPS Tracking Systems
As quickly as every 5 seconds, the DC-30 transmitter attached to your dog sends his location to your hand held. You can also see the trail he took to get there. Switch to the Dog Tracker view and determine if your dogs is running, sitting, on point, or treeing. The Astro can also be set to send you an alarm when you dog goes on point.

Set a way point for your truck or camp and rest easy knowing you can find your way back. The Astro also has all the features of Garmin's GPS tracking hand held outdoor devices including a barometric altimeter, electronic compass, microSD card slot, celestial information, area calculator and rugged IPX7 waterproof exterior. With optional detailed city street maps, you can search for over 6 million points of interest and create a route on roads with exact turn-by-turn directions.
Reviews: I bought this for my husband to use on his limited days of deer hunting. Absolutely worth the money-we always got our dogs back the same night or early the next am. We could ensure they stayed off property of known "deerhound shooters" and made sure they were not venturing on nearby property with pitbulls that have a history of killing neighborhood dogs! I truly believe now that is unethical to hunt with hounds without a tracking system. We also used them with our beagles too! We took great pride in being able to brag to the other hunters exactly how many miles our dogs went and the exact path could be downloaded onto a computer! It would be better if they would work longer distances-usually work well 3 miles or less-however after that you can see the last place the dogs were tracked and then it would be easy to go close to that area and the signal would come back in and let you know where to go from there! We had lots of fun with the GPS tracking systems-I would even lie in bed at night and if our dDogs were still running-I could watch the receiver from my bed! Lots of fun and greatly beneficial to the dogs and the hunter!


Garmin DC-30 Transmitter Tracking System
Just collar and GO! Your dog’s new DC 30 pairs up with the Astro 220 for an unbeatable hunting team. The DC 30’s high-sensitivity GPS receiver tracks your dog’s position and sends a signal to your handheld Astro unit every 5, 10 or 30 seconds. Use the higher settings to conserve battery power, extending runtime from 17 to up to 36 hours in the field on a single charge. The Astro lets you know your dog’s precise location at all times, whether it’s pointing, moving, sitting or treeing quarry. You’ll also see how fast he’s moving and distance traveled, even the direction so you’ll have an idea where his quarry is hiding. Up to ten DC 30 units can be tracked with the Astro handheld receiver at any one time.
Reviews: This is a great product to find your dogs a long the way. the only proble is that you can only manage 10 dogs. will be grat if it was posible to set up more than 10 dogs in de garmin astro even if you just can track 10 at time.
We are using this product to track our dogs and now a days it save us a lot of time. Theres a big deal sharing the dc collars with other astros 220 and the other problem we found is that we can only use set up 10 dc collars . it would be great have more DC collars installeds in the Astro 220 and have the chanse to swithc it off or one the one you want.
This collar is a great part of the Garmin tracking system. Adding dogs (collars) is very easy so multiple dogs are tracked (I have two). The weighted design is effective at keeping the antenna properly oriented. GPS signal reception is sometimes lost in rugged, forested terrain but re-acquisition usually occurs within minutes. The locations of the dogs are accurate to within a few feet so they are very easy to find and recall. It gives great peace of mind when the dogs get out of sight in wild country.

Grain Valley Tracking Package
Grain Valley Tracking Package is the solution you are looking for. Track up to 3 dogs with this tracking system. If you already have extra collars, this system can be programmed to work with your existing frequencies. This dog dog tracking system is lightweight and efficient with a battery life of up to 8000 hours for the collars.

Tracker Intelo Collar
This dog tracking collar has a extremely powerful transmitter primarily used for long range tracking of hounds. The Tracker Intelo collar comes standard with the Tree Switch feature. It is also available by special-order with a Bark Indicator feature ($20 upgrade).
The 6.5 ounce transmitter is encased in an aluminum shell, and turns on/off with a magnet (included). The battery-warning signal sends a special signal to the receiver, allowing the hunter to change batteries before the next use.

Dog Fences Facts

If your dog is an escape artist, you've probably tried more than one way to keep him in your yard. The creative solutions I've seen include: chicken wire and/or concrete pavers installed around the base of a traditional fence (sometimes even a few inches into the ground); chain link dog kennels that keep a dog cooped up all day; constant supervision; yelling, pleading, and tears.

More and more pet owners are interested in buying electric wireless dog fence mainly due to aesthetic reasons.

Most dogs — even really stubborn ones — can learn to understand and respect an invisible dog fence. The key word in that last sentence is "learn."

Citronella and sonic dog fences are not as effective as those that use static correction. Sonic and citronella fences are generally effective only for very timid or sensitive dogs. Most dogs don't find these fences aversive enough to avoid when distractions are high (for example, when local wildlife or neighborhood kids happen by). If you only need the dog fence to keep your dog out of a flower bed or the trash, a sonic or citronella fence may be worth a try, but don't expect it to reliably keep your dog in your yard.

Pioneered by Innotek, the newer pet containment fences and pet containment systems feature run through prevention, a patent held only by Innotek. They also feature 24/7 battery back up, rechargeable and Ultra microline dog shock collars. These features create a safe barrier for a dog fence. Pet containment systems are also dog containment barriers and training combinations known as "Contain and Train", a special type of dog fence. hese training collars do not shock a dog but instead provide a safe static correction.


Dog Fence Reviews

I had never seen an underground dog fence until I visited my brother back in the Boston region a few years back. Living in California my entire life I was only exposed to neighborhoods that all had wood or chain link fences to keep pets in their respective yards. Many states back East don't have fences in between yards so pets, especially dogs, are prone to wander around and this can become a problem. Instead of putting up an expensive cyclone or wood fence, homeowners buy underground dog fences that keep dogs in their yard.

The Petsafe PIF-300 Wireless Pet Containment System is a top seller on PetStreetMall.com and consumers rate it very high in terms of "satisfaction" with the product.

Dogs are slowly trained to understand that when they get to a certain point on the property, they will receive this little correction shock signal and therefore with learned behavior they will stop trying to leave your yard.

We have been extremely pleased with every aspect of our fencing. Everything was done on schedule, and the dog was fully trained in the 3 days that were estimated. He is now able to run, run, run and get plenty of exercise without us worrying about his safety. Thank You! We are extremely satisfied!
You guys have been great about trouble shooting any/all problems for us. I have confidence in our fence because I have confidence in your customer care allowing "satisfaction guaranteed."

We expected the process to be more painful for our dogs, as they were very stubborn and ran away frequently. However, with training and installation of this dog fence, we have not had any issues. We could not be happier. It is such a relief to not have to worry about our dogs' safety anymore and to know their quality of life has improved so dramatically.

This system has been great! Its wonderful to be able to let Pepper outside with peace of mind. The inside system is great too. Worked good at Christmas keeping him away from the tree - and is now used to keep him from going upstairs.

My family and I are very pleased with this dog fence system. We were somewhat skeptical at first but now we are believers. This system is much more effective than a conventional fencing for our pets and circumstance (10 acre lot). Also your quick response to calls and customer service has been great. Good Luck in the future! It is the best money I have ever spent. My lab mix was given a life of his own. He now can run and play. Wish we had done it years ago. Customer satisfaction as far as maintenance is exceptional.

After receiving sales visits and quotes from three underground fence companies, I felt that you were the best choice, and I have not regretted my decision. I particularly like the feature on the collar that lets you know when the battery is low with a flashing red light. I felt that the product features and warrantee available was the most intelligent choice. Tim was very professional and knowledgeable in his sales presentation, and after my fencing was installed, his response time to my calls was very prompt. I live on a corner lot of a residential community which receives a lot of traffic, which includes children getting off the school bus, other dogs walking by, kids on bikes and scooters riding by, and of course cars. I feel very comfortable in knowing that my dog is safe when she is outside because she knows her boundaries and will not venture beyond them.

We are so pleased with our fencing system. They were so professional and prompt from our estimate and installation and training and follow up. Because Leo was just a young pup when we began we have done some minor tweaking of the system here and there and Tim and his staff were wonderful. We have always had a call returned within a few hours and the service after the sale has been fantastic! I was so amazed at how the product works and we are so confident we have referred several people that were also interested and they have been just as thrilled with the fencing system as we are. It is nice to know our dog is safe. It is also amazing how easy they train. Thank You! It was definitely a wonderful decision that we made a year ago.

Our pet Lily, was determined to explore the larger world. We have owned her since she was 7 weeks old. First she crawled under the other "invisible" fence. Later, she jumped out then she jumped in after wandering around our street and the street behind us. We called you. It had been recommended by our neighbor. We also called another company not only did Tim beat the other estimate. You provided on site training. The other company provided a video. We were impressed immediately by the professional approach - scheduling, installation, training and return visits to "tweak" our system. We have copied your system of positive reinforcement to train our pet who is "too smart for her own good." She is now entirely contained by your system. And when we take her out of the system for walks, about 3 times a day, she can be walked without the use of a leash entirely by commands. AMAZING! She's never been to obedience school. We adore Lily. We're very grateful.

Facts about Shock Collars

Many people have a misconception about what shock collars are and how they really work. This misconception probably stems from movies and television shows where some poor soul winds up wearing a shock collar and being jolted with an exaggerated amount of electricity which is not true, their just true actors. In reality, the collars do not deliver anywhere near that level of electrical shock, and some don't rely on electricity at all. Modern shock collars are designed to capture your dog's attention without causing your pet physical pain, it's just like an electricity when open a door knob.

Are they safe and effective out of many controversy?
The answer is yes, it is safe, but you must be trained on how to use it effectively so that your dog can learn effectively. If not, you will get unpredictable behavioral affects from your dog.

Types of Shock Collars
Shock training collars are available with different types of correction stimulus. Be sure you are correctly following the instructions and guidelines for whatever type of dog shock collar you choose.

Static collars emit a low level electric shock to your dog when it barks. These collars offer a range of power settings, and it's best to start your dog at the lowest level of shock to see if he will respond appropriately with minimum stimulation, raising the setting by one degree is expert advice and if needed.

The citronella collar may appeal more to owners who just can't bring themselves to use a static collar. When your dog barks while wearing this collar, the sensor will emit a spray of citronella near the dog's face. Dogs find this smell very unpleasant and should quickly associate their barking with the unwanted scent, effectively curbing the behavior.

Some trainers use a low level of electrical stimulation as a marker and pair it with a reward, making the collar a conditioned reinforcer, similar to clicker training. Some electronic collars include vibration or tone-only settings, which can be used as a "neutral stimulus" for most dogs. Successful operation and usage of electronic collars require the guidance of a professional who specializes in these types of devices. As with any dog training tool, improper usage, abuse, and negligence can create undesirable results.

How Electronic Shock Collar Works
Electronic dog collars work by emitting a small shock to the dog after a bad behavior. The amount of stimulation can be controlled in many products, sometimes remotely from the transmitter. Electric training collars are designed for the dog handler to use proactively during training sessions. Bark collars are different in that it has a timing device set to deliver a shock at a variable length after a dog starts to bark. What sets these devices apart from many other training aids is that you can immediately correct a dog's mistake, thus making it easier for the dog to make associations between good and bad behavior.

Purpose & Proper Use
Dog shock collars are meant to be a training device, not an everyday part of your dog's apparel. Once your dog's nuisance barking has been curbed, you can remove the collar. Your dog may now bark when the need truly arises, but it should no longer bark for the joy of it. If your pet begins to slide back into its old ways, you can simply use the collar again for a day or two to reinforce the lesson.
Electronic collars may be used in conjunction with positive reinforcement and / or utilizing other principles of operant conditioning, depending on the trainer's methods[2] either as a form of positive punishment, where the stimulation is applied at the moment an undesired behavior occurs, in order to reduce the frequency of that behavior; or as a form of negative reinforcement, where a continuous stimulation is applied until the moment a desired behavior occurs, in order to increase the frequency of that behavior.

Electric dog collars are similar to other training aids. This type of training aid is often used to break certain habits when conventional methods aren't working. For example, cookies and biscuits aren't working to keep your dog from digging in the backyard. Other known uses of the electric collar include teaching your dog to come. This isn't a hard command for a dog to learn, so before you run out and buy an electric collar, you should start with the basics. Conventional training like line training to teach the dog to come on command or reward-based training works well.

Benefits of Shock Collars
The benefits of using an electric collar are arguably as many as using another training technique. One cited benefit conventional techniques may not have is that this tool can help you control your dog when he is off leash and help your dog learn to come to you on command no matter the distance.

When not to use Shock Collar
While the use of dog shock collars is safe and effective, they should only be used on otherwise healthy, sound-minded dogs. Dogs who are already displaying fearful or aggressive behaviors are not good candidates for training with dog shock collars, which may actually reinforce the fear and aggression. The key is knowing which category your pet falls into and acting accordingly.

Common Mistake of Use
Owners who are not experienced with the use of dog shock collars can result in giving their dogs continual shocks which will only create fear between the dog and the owner.
It is proven that dog shock collars are not necessary to properly train a dog.
Always make sure the device is working properly, malfunction shock collars often result undesirable trigger to the pet.

Misconceptions
One misconception about shock collars is that the shock a dog feels when they get a shock is equivalent to the shock a human feels when they put the same collar around their own necks, leg or arm. While the idea of pain or shock may be subjective, what is clear is that dogs do not feel stimuli in the same way as humans. Watching dogs gleefully leap into freezing water, bite and play roughly with each other and run "barefoot" over rough ground should be evidence of this.

As you can see, dog shock collars have many drawbacks that must be considered before using them. Not being properly instructed on how to properly use dog shock collars properly, can have long term negative results. Just like any other gadgets and technology, proper use and knowledge is required to ensure it's effectiveness and safety otherwise mis-use of such technology may result a different outcome.

Only choose the best, precise and high-performance dog shock collars to avoid undesirable mistakes and improper training of dog. Pet Street Mall sells the best brand that ensures quality and durability with complete manuals of the device so you won't mis-use or get the defective one.

WiFi Wireless Fence Facts:

Perimeter Technologies introduced WiFi wireless fence in April 2009, a wireless containment system based on the WiFi technology that is used in the wireless internet routers that are in most people's homes. This has two significant advantages, range and the ability for two way communication. It also has one significant disadvantage, power usage.

With the Perimeter Technologies WiFi system, there are two significant advantages over the PetSafe Instant Fence PIF-300. Extended range and the ability for two way communication. The Perimeter WiFi dog fence can create a containment area up to a 200 foot radius from its transmitter, giving it a coverage of approximately 2.5 acres, that's more than 4 times wider coverage than Petsafe's.

The all new Perimeter Technologies Wire-Free WiFi dog fence uses the hottest micro-chip transceiver set, operating on what has now become a very familiar 802.15 wireless communication protocol. Typical of what is being used in all the new electronic products. This new technology makes our lives more convenient, keeps us better connected and now makes owning a dog fence easier and your pet safer than ever before.

Unlike other wireless systems, the Wire-Free radio frequency signal used by the Perimeter WiFi is not affected by your yard's terrain. The Wire-Free Fence's effective range will be reduced over hilly terrain only if the indoor SmartStation base station loses direct line of sight (such as over a steep hill) with the dog's collar.

However, unlike all other wireless systems, the indoor SmartStation will actually benefit from a higher location in the house, such as a second story, to improve its "line of sight" with the pet's fencing collar when dealing with difficult terrain issues.

Also the other nice feature of the Perimeter WiFi dog fence system is that the collar uses a rechargeable 3.6v lithium battery, which should take about 300 recharge cycles. Even with frequent weekly charging, the battery will last years. For optimal battery life, it is recommended to only charge the collar battery when alerted to do so by the indoor SmartStation. This consumer replaceable battery is inexpensive and readily available.


WiFi Wireless Fence Frequently Asked Questions:

How do I determine if the Wire-Free fence is right for my property?

Any area that blocks your dog's view of your house will be a potential problem area for a wireless fence. Very hilly or mountainous terrain, heavily forested areas, out-buildings (particularly metal construction) all will significantly reduce the Wire-Free product's range and performance due to restricting the LINE OF SIGHT. A traditional in-ground wire system should be your first choice. However, unlike all other wireless systems, the indoor SmartStation will actually benefit from a higher location in the house, such as a second story, to improve its LINE OF SIGHT with the pet's fencing collar when attempting to determine if you can work around terrain or other obstructions in your particular installation.

What else could negatively influence the products coverage area or general performance?

As mentioned, any large object or terrain that limits or obstructs the line of sight between the indoor SmartStation and your PetLink collar can reduce the effective range or coverage area of the Wire-Free Fence. Due to the number of variables within your particular house and property, Perimeter can not predict or guarantee coverage area. There are some obstructions you will need to make particular note of when determining if a wireless fence is right for you. No radio signal will pass through or will be reflected by large metal objects which could include cars, metal studs and siding, metal sheds or other metal objects. The closer the metal object, the greater the potential for unwanted interference and will result in the reduction of performance. These obstructions will not create false activations of the PetLink collar, but will sound the LOST SIGNAL alarm on the SmartStation.

Can I expect the Wire-Free Fence to work just like an in-ground wire pet containment system?

In many ways yes and in some important ways no. The Wire-Free Fence does give your dog a safe area to run and play and discourage dangerous wandering by using a training tone and electronic stimulation as a deterrent just like all pet fencing systems. The Wire-Free's coverage area is a circle and cannot be tailored to the exact outline of your property. Unlike an in-ground system, you may notice that the wireless radio signal has a ranging accuracy of one meter or 2.5 feet. This means that the PetLink collar's activation at the boundary you set will vary slightly requiring you to leave a few more feet of room near streets, sidewalks or paths to accommodate for the variation. The Wire-Free fence incorporates two "Correction Zones" before and after the activation point. The Correction Zone after activation is helpful in discouraging your dog from charging and testing the fence and giving you the opportunity to use much lower levels of correction to "herd" your dog back home.

Will my dog continue to get shocked if they escape from the safe area?

No. The PetLink collar will go through three five second stimulation and tone cycles and then will continually beep until the dog returns to the safe area. Unlike traditional fencing systems, your dog will never be punished for coming home.

Does the Wire-Free WiFi Fence require a computer or internet service?

Wire-Free is a self contained fencing system that requires no computer or outside outside internet services. The Wire-Free Fence utilizes WiFi-like radio signal protocol 802.15 and operates completely independent of your computer, WiFi router or other computer devices.

Will the Wire-Free Fence interfere with my home's wireless computer router?

Wireless routers do operate on the same 2.4GHz radio frequency, however they are utilizing a different signal protocol - 802.11. The Wire-Free WiFi Fence utilizes WiFi-like radio signal protocol 802.15 and operates completely independent of computer router or other WiFi devices.


Pros: No wire to install; highly-customizable correction levels; protects up to 2 acres
Advantage:
The Perimeter Wire-Free (WiFi) dog fence is the only wireless fence that uses WiFi technology. According to the manufacturer, that's why this wireless fence provides a much larger signal field (2 acres) than the PetSafe Wireless Instant Fence (1/2 acre). When I heard that this wireless fence product runs on a WiFi signal, my first concern was that it would interfere with the wireless router that manages my home computer network; but, my concern was allayed by the fact that the Perimeter WiFi fence uses an 802.15 signal instead of the 802.11 signal most routers use. So, if you're thinking about buying a wireless fence and you have a very large yard, this may be the product for you.

Cons: Very limited configuration options; limited to two pets
Disadvantage:
The biggest downside to this wireless fence is that you can only use it to contain a maximum of two pets. So, if you have (or plan to get) three or more pets you should consider a PetSafe Wireless Instant Fence, instead, since it allows you to contain an unlimited number of pets with one transmitter. To me, this is a pretty important feature to consider, since (if you're like me) you never know when you might suddenly and unexpectedly add a new dog to the family.


WiFi Wireless Fence Review:

I love this system. Couldn't quite get the range I wanted (200'), but customer service was wonderful and I am happy with a 125' range. Love the feedback aspect, no more wondering if my Poochie has wandered away. Very happy to see a company being green - replaceable rechargeable batteries! Also spares available from several sources on the internet. Since the base unit can charge several, I keep an extra charged and ready to go. Made in USA! Customer service girl spoke with THE designer and got me answers and up an running in a DAY! How often does that happen? I am so glad I called customer service, otherwise I might have returned it - and I just love it.

Finally we've got the dog in the yard free. I probably should have given this 4 stars but gave it 5 because the people at Perimeter were so helpful and nice. I had problems with the 1st system that we got sent but they shipped me another one quickly. After some setup we got it working and my Lab is happily running in the yard now. Thanks, W. Smith

Dog training collars are extremely safe and effective tools. You can solve your dog's behavior problems, teach your dog basic obedience commands, and train your dog to do almost anything.
There are many places where people can go to learn to use them.

It's best to consult a trainer but often that's not possible either because of the expense or because there aren't any in your area that are familiar with "modern use" of the tool. You don't want to go to someone who uses the tool improperly. One question to ask a trainer that you're considering is "How do you find the dog's working level of stim?" The trainer should start at the lowest level that the dog training collar has and slowly turn it up, as he looks for subtle signs that the dog first feels the stim. Another question to ask is, "Do you consider yourself to be a 'low level' user or a 'high level" user?" If he says there's not such thing as a "low level stim user" avoid him like the plague. Some trainers work at the level where the dog first feels the stim. That's who you want to train your dog. Other trainers crank the dial up until the dog screams in pain and then they turn it down one level. Avoid people in the second group at all costs!

Dog training collars are all about communicating with your dog, it is not intended as a form of punishment. Since a training collar allows you to communicate with your dog immediately after a certain behavior has taken place he will quickly understand that there is a connection between the behavior and the electric stimulation.

Perimeter Technologies is a Leading Brand of Electronic Dog Fences. Perimeter Dog Fence features the innovative design of Comfort Contacts that cushion your pet’s neck with soft rubber. This ensures pet safety and comfort without the use of harsh steel probes used in other electronic dog fences.

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