SportDOGBrand SportTrainer 1275 Remote Trainer - Bright, Easy to Read OLED Screen - 3/4 Mile Range - Waterproof, Rechargeable Dog Training Collar with Tone, Vibration, and Static, Black

I previously owned a much cheaper shock collar which functioned but after a year, no longer held a charge.This one has a much more solid build than those. The quality is evident. I was torn between a few different models from Sport Dog and decided this one had the most flexibility.First, I wanted the ability to use either the audible beep, vibration or shock. I also wasn’t sure what level of shock was needed for my 70 lb Golden who is mild mannered but occasionally very stubborn. This one provided all 3 levels to allow me to find the right level. Turns out, it only took low at level 3 to get his attention.I like that it’s orange, in case I misplace it— easier to see where I dropped it. Like the screen, it provides exactly the info I need (shock level, battery remaining)What I really like is that it’s water proof. My dog loves to swim, run in the snow, splash in mud puddles, etc and I don’t worry about having to take off the collar for those environments.As far as the shock, I only had to give him the juice twice. The first time, I had it set at medium and dog nearly jumped in the air when I hit the button. From there, I only needed to grab the remote and he knew I meant business and would follow the command provided.A few weeks passed and only a beep was needed to correct him. Then he decided to test the boundaries again as he ignored a command to stop as he was headed towards a place I didn’t want him to go. Hit him with the zap, at a much lower level then previously used. He stopped in his tracks and returned immediately. Have not had to provide any correction since.Overall, it’s expensive but it’s good quality with huge range, lots of options and the battery seems to last forever between charges. It is well worth the piece of mind it provides when hiking with my dog, off-leash.

Got this setup for an adventurous Golden-Lab mix. He’s a little over 2 yrs old and developed a habit of taking off into the wild with his friends when I’d let him out to do his business or even when we were all hanging out in the backyard and didn’t pay attention to him for a few minutes.Truthfully though, he had way worse habits before. Over time, patience was hard to come by and we do love this creature, so had to do something to keep him safe.We quickly learned that he doesn’t like electricity, and within days he’s been a better more obedient dog and even playing fetch is a better experience.Both the collar and remote are easy to charge, and the charge holds fairly well, meaning it’s enough to charge the collar once a week, the remote holds a charge even better.Like I said, after about 3 instances of vibrating him he quickly learned what comes after the beep so he’s been soooooo much easier and better.I’ve made the mistake of not purchasing this product earlier thinking it was inhumane, basing that on very little knowledge really. This device could have spare the dog from being hit by vehicles 2x and us from a whole lot of heartache and frustration when going through the chewy youngster stage.Also, it was dropped in water and it didn’t affect the device at all.Wonderful product. I wish there was a tutorial video that’s easy to locate and explains all the different settings.For a beginner user it wasn’t so easy peasy to figure those out.Update:A year or so later, this is still going strong, working as it’s supposed to. The collar needs weekly+ charging, but the remote can go on one charge for months.It’s been in rain, mud and still works like a charm.From pups perspective, it’s really really a rarity to have to buzz him, a beep is enough to get his attention back on track. Blessing!Update 2 - review has been hidden by a sensitivity filter. Really wonder why. It’s a wonderful product, let that be known.

A dog trainer once told me "this is an extension of a leash". She was right, we also paid her to help us train our rescue dog who had so many issues we could not take it out in public. Now we are able to go camping, hikes, and picnicking with our dog without fear that she will run away, lung at strangers, etc.This collar has helped in situations where our dog would become over stimulated and stop responding to commands. The brief shock interrupts the overstimulation and refocuses our dog on us. It was worth learning how to use this collar effectively and humanely and our dog has such a better quality of life now.Piece of advice, if your dog has medium to long fur, use the longer nodes and make sure you are getting the collar tight enough. You don't want to choke your dog, but you also don't want a correction to be missed because the nodes were not making good contact.

Make sure the antenna is tight before you head out. I lost that my first time out and about $30 to replace. I let my dog run off leash when we are off trail in the forest setting. The beep signals her to return. I also use a whistle and a ‘hey’ command for her return. I use the beep and ‘drop it’ command. It also helps her not chase deer when I say NO!, she listens. These things were hard to teach a young, energetic spaniel. She is learning quickly now. I’m am able to start to bike with her and know she won’t run off. You can program the buttons to do different things—we mainly use tone and vibrate. We use this device everyday for at least an hour and the battery lasted about 3 months before I had to charge it. This device has worked great and the distance seems to work good even in the trees in hilly terrain. I have used other similar products—make sure you get one with plenty of range. It doesn’t take long for a dog to range out. I recommend this device—it has everything I needed.