Dog Fence Collar: Pros And Cons
Any dog that is restrained outside by a tether must only be restrained for a period of time that is not reckless and in compliance with this section. Adequate space in the primary enclosure for the particular type of animal depending upon its age, size, species, and weight. Any person in violation of this section shall be imprisoned not exceeding 11 months, or fined not less than $50.00 nor exceeding $500, or both. (3) subjecting a dog to dangerous conditions, including attacks by other animals. No dog under the age of 6 months shall be tethered outside for any length of time. Any person who makes unlawful use of animals contrary to this section commits a civil violation for which a forfeiture not to exceed $100 may be adjudged.
With a depth of 8 to 10 inches, depending on the size of the dog, this is a ground fence panel that extends the protection of your fence, making sure they can’t dig their way to freedom. Your dog will love the opportunity to run free, especially in an area bigger than the entire yard! The SpotOn Virtual Smart Fence can have boundaries that cover thousands of acres with up to 1,500 GPS fence posts. These fences warn your dog if they stray too close to the boundary by sounding a tone on the collar or giving them a mild static shock.
You can create up to 25 GPS fences and adjust the warning, boundary, and alarm settings based on your dog. For example, I skipped the static settings, though I tested them (on myself, ouch!), and stuck to vibration and sounds for warnings and alarms. You can also pick the vibration pattern to find one that works best for your dog.
Also be aware that if you have multiple dogs, you will need to buy a collar for each dog because each collar works on its own self-containment system. That means you’ll be paying quite the high price if you buy one collar for each dog. But, SpotOn does offer a 15% discount on each additional collar you buy. And, you can pay for the collar in installments instead of all at once if necessary. Even though you need separate collars for each dog, you can manage all the collars in the same app.
Choose from five levels of static correction and enjoy a receiver collar that charges in two to three hours (each charge lasts for three week). The boundary on this version is larger than our top pick—it dog fence collar covers up to three-quarters of an acre from where you place the transmitter. It’s also portable and offers zap-free re-entry in the unlikely event your that furry friend happens to escape the yard.
Try dog proofing your backyard by installing one of the many wireless fences and pet barriers from PetSmart. We have everything you need to help keep your dog contained both indoors and outdoors. The new law also does away with the 24-hour warning period that dog owners were previously entitled to.
Overall, SpotOn GPS Fence is a good value if you have a lot of land for your dog to roam and want to potentially save money as opposed to building a physical fence. If you have multiple dogs, the cost of buying a collar for each dog can get pricey, so building a physical fence may be more cost effective. You also have to consider the size of your land and whether you want to pay for the live tracking functionality to be able to track your dog while you’re away or while he or she is roaming.