Some believe that an electronic collar is not safe for their dogs and in fact, believe they are inhumane. Before you make that decision you should do your homework and you’ll quickly discover that they are not only effective, but they are safe and a perfectly humane tool for training your dog. One of the most important considerations is choosing the electronic collar that works best for you and for your dog. We are putting together some brief reviews that we hope will help you make a decision on which of these popular models is the best choice for you and for your dog.

Containment Systems (“Invisible Fence”)
Invisible fences come in two different types and both help train your dog based on the size of the area they are going to be allowed to ‘roam’ in. The electric system uses a line that you install based on the area you wish your dog to be free in. The PetSafe model offers an easy set up and provides both the fence as well as the communicator in the form of a collar. This is the most effective area for the typical home yard. If you’re got a larger yard than the PetSafe can be effective in, then you might want to look at the Innotek system.

Innotek offers the ability to expand the area that your dog can be free in up to twenty five acres and also has the ability to utilize multiple receiver collars – if you have more than one dog then this might be the system that is most effective for you. PetSafe and Innotek are both good systems if you’ve decided a hidden wire system is the route you wish to pursue.

PetSafe also makes a wireless fence that works almost like the wired system, but without the wire, and is much more advanced. It works along with a transmitter around the middle of the area you want to confine. Signals are sent to the transmitter within a radius that you can set. It’s easy to set up and is extremely versatile and portable.

Bark Collars
If you have a noisy dog, the anti-bark collar can help. One reputable and popular brand is Innotek. They are fairly priced and are technologically advanced. The anti-bark collar utilizes a set of sensors that can tell whether the bark is coming from the collared dog or a different dog. When the dog barks, it releases a static charge to allow the dog to feel that it is wrong to bark. Amazingly enough, it will also auto-adjust the intensity of the charge if the dog is barking incessantly. When the dog stops barking, the collar will return to its normal setting and stop the static charges. Waterproof and lightweight, this is great for dogs who live in all types of environments.

Beeper Collars
Known as more of a safety collar than a training collar, the beeping collar is controlled by the pet owner. The owner can send a beep to the collar so that the dog can be located. A brand called Dogtra is very well designed, with its ability to beep steadily or at intervals, allowing the owner to easily find his dog. The beeping collar works to about a mile away, and there are types available to owners of multiple pets or dogs. More advanced ones have a lot more features, like trackers that tell you when your dog is pointing, which means stopped, and flushing, which means moving quickly.

Electronic Collars
If your dog goes with you out onto the field, goes hunting, or enjoys large areas, the electronic training collar can help you train your dog within the area. TriTronics offer the greatest system, with options for providing optimum training for dogs who spend time outdoors. There is about a one mile range in most models, and up to twenty settings within stimulation levels. They are versatile, offering waterproof protection and lightweight feel, as well as long-life batteries which maximizes each use. Accessories available include transmitter holsters, field chargers for collars, battery packs, and “dummy” collars so that your dog learns to respond without the actual collar. If you’re looking to save a little money, try the SportDog collar, which is comparable and still gets you long ranges of use.

Discuss your electronic training needs with your veterinarian and your trainer and make sure that you ask for their advice. A good electronic training collar is one that is suitable for your dogs individual needs.

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