Welcome to another episode of The Pampered Pup where we make no bones about what’s
best for our canine friends.
In this video, we’ll cover our picks for the best wireless dog fences in 2022.
It might be a short list, but it has the absolute best options for every pooch, purse, and preference.
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What is a wireless fence?
For those not in the know, a wireless fence is exactly what it sounds like.
An invisible barrier that keeps your pup in your yard and out of trouble.
Unlike an electric fence, which uses a wire buried underground to make a barrier, a wireless
fence instead uses a signal from a broadcasting unit that connects with the dog’s collar,
to keep them inside the area.
So what are the best wireless dog fences available today?
Kick your feet up and we’ll fetch you our picks!
First, let’s ‘paws’ for a short caveat.
We want to give you the most complete information and have included the prices of these wireless
fences, but keep in mind that prices can change at any time.
For the most up to date prices and features, please check each site directly or use the
links in our description below.
#4: Petsafe Stay & Play At $320, Petsafe makes no bones about being
the cheapest wireless dog fence AND unlike the other picks on this list, is subscription-free.
That’s not always better, as it misses out on some nice features of other smart collars,
so falls a bit in our list.
But it still has a lot going for it.
For starters, it’s super easy to set up and you’ll be up and running within a few
hours of unboxing.
That doesn’t include training time of course, but you’ll need to train your dog on all
of these fences once they’re running.
The system is also light and portable so you can take it on the go and let fido join in
on your trips or if you change homes.
Despite the low price, Petsafe’s customer support is also great.
We were pleasantly surprised at how responsive and helpful they were.
BUT, as with all things, nothing is perfect, especially at this price range.
Petsafe isn't compatible with every type of home.
Metal roofing and other metal objects around your home, metal sheds for instance, can throw
off the system.
The quality of the collar is also hit-or-miss with some units being a bit finicky out of
the box.
Be sure to keep your receipt just in case!
Despite these shortcomings, Petsafe is still a quality choice for those on a tight budget.
#3: Wagz Freedom Smart Dog Collar Wagz rests snugly in our ‘best value’
category for very good reasons.
The device costs $250 but the app is subscription-based.
One of Wagz’s great features is that it uses vibration, ultrasonic and audible correction
instead of shock.
The device attaches easily to existing dog collars and Wagz’s app also allows multiple
fences to be created effortlessly by location.
What do we love most about this system?
It provides awesome value with tons of great features.
Want to track your dog’s activities?
Check.
Prefer a GPS-based geofence?
Got it.
Zero guilt with using a smart collar?
Done.
While it’s great, there are a few things we’re not too crazy about:
The device comes with two rechargeable batteries but they need to be recharged frequently.
Like, a few times a day frequently.
We also found that the device can fall off certain types of collars, especially with
very active dogs.
So, who do we recommend Wagz to?
Those looking for the best value.
And those who don’t mind putting in a few extra hours to train their pup without corrective
static collars. #2: SpotOn Virtual Smart Fence
The SpotOn Smart Collar is our pick for high-end, premium virtual smart fence.
And at $1,495 apiece, it lives up to the title!
But its features match the price tag.
It has everything we could possibly want for our dogs, including activity tracking, reliable
GPS fences, and extended battery life.
Plus, it’s portable for use at home or on the go.
There’s minimal setup and we liked how easy the system is to use.
What really impressed us?
The range.
SpotOn can cover a HUGE area.
Up to 1,000 acres.
And with a battery that lasts all day, your pup can enjoy hours running around enjoying
time outdoors.
However the big “gotcha” is, you guessed it...
The biting price.
Not everyone can afford SpotOn and it’s certainly not for everyone.
While it covers a lot of ground, it’s not suitable for those with less than half an
acre of land.
But if you want to make an investment in your pooches life quality, and have the pocketbook
AND the land to accommodate it, it’s hard to recommend anything BUT SpotOn.
#1: HaloCollar We reach our top, all-rounder pick, the wireless
dog fence we rate as the best overall.
At $999, plus a subscription, the HaloCollar is not cheap but it has everything we could
ask for for our dogs.
First, it comes with a great, easy-to-use app.
Everything can be set up with the touch of a finger and we found it very intuitive to
use.
Definitely one of the highlights of the smart devices on this list.
There’s a lot to love about the HaloCollar.
We especially loved the Halo App that tracks our pooch’s physical activities and monitors
location.
The system includes GPS tracking much like SpotOn.
Halo takes it one step further by also monitoring their location, and including features that
help guide your dog back to you when they wander too far.
HaloCollar also gives you the option of using static correction or just tones and vibrations.
This can mean more time to train your dog to know its boundaries, but it’s awesome
to have the option to choose how to train your pup!
Our biggest gripe?
The battery doesn’t last all day, we clocked it roughly around 8-9 hours.
That can be a deal-breaker for some, but we’d generally not recommend keeping your dog out
that long without you anyway.
We highly recommend HaloCollar.
It’s the last smart collar you’ll ever need and earns every penny of its price tag
in our opinion.
What did you think of our list?
Do you have a favorite smart device for your dog you can’t live without?
Let us know in the comments below, and don’t forget to check out some of our other great
videos to cover all your doggy needs!