Independent dog tech reference
Smarter decisions for dog tech & gear.
GPS fences, trackers and smart doors, plus everyday gear from crates and beds to harnesses and grooming tools, compared on the makers' own specifications and the true cost of owning them. Set your yard and your dog's weight to see which fences fit.
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11 GPS fences in our catalog
- Dogtra GPS FENCE$199.99
- PetSafe Customizable GPS Dog Fence$199.99
- PetSafe Guardian GPS + Tracking Dog Fence Collar$199.99
- Lilyeel GPS Wireless Fence System$253.99
- Dogtra GPS FENCE FIELDGUARD$429.99
- PetSafe Guardian GPS 2.0 Dog Fence + Tracking$449.99
- PetSafe Guardian GPS Dog Fence$449.99
- Halo Collar 4$549
- Halo Collar 5$599
- SpotOn GPS Dog Fence (Omni Edition)$899
- SpotOn GPS Dog Fence (Nova Edition)$999
None of the GPS fences we cover fit these settings. Wireless and in-ground fences can work on smaller lots: compare fence types.
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What does your dog need?
Pick a category to see every model we cover in one table: dog tech like trackers, fences and smart doors, and everyday gear from crates and beds to harnesses and grooming tools.
GPS & Trackers
Cellular, satellite and radio trackers, with network, battery and plan cost side by side.
28 productsDog Fences & Containment
GPS, wireless and in-ground fences, sized against your property with the makers' stated ranges.
30 productsDog Doors
Microchip, collar-key and powered doors, with flap openings and cut-out sizes.
13 productsAutomatic Feeders
Timed and app-controlled feeders the makers say suit dogs.
38 productsWater Fountains
Fountains by capacity and dog size, as the makers state them.
17 productsPet Cameras
Treat-tossing and pan-tilt cameras, including what the subscriptions add.
62 productsRemote Trainers
Remote trainers described factually, with welfare context.
47 productsBark Control
Bark collars and stations by correction type and minimum dog size.
97 productsCar Travel Gear
Seat covers, booster seats, barriers and car harnesses, with crash claims only as documented.
9 productsDog DNA & Health Tests
Breed and health DNA kits by what each one screens for.
65 productsDog Crates & Kennels
Wire, soft, heavy-duty and furniture crates by size, doors and material.
73 productsDog Beds & Crate Pads
Orthopedic, cooling, bolster and elevated beds by fill and weight limit.
65 productsPlaypens, Kennels & Dog Houses
Playpens, exercise pens, outdoor kennels and dog houses.
50 productsDog Gates & Barriers
Pressure, retractable and freestanding gates by width and height.
67 productsDog Ramps & Stairs
Steps and ramps for beds, couches and cars.
101 productsCarriers, Strollers & Bike Gear
Carriers, slings, strollers and bike trailers by weight limit.
42 productsDog Harnesses
No-pull, vest and escape-resistant harnesses.
56 productsLeashes, Collars & Head Halters
Leashes, hands-free and two-dog leashes, martingales and halters.
73 productsOutdoor & Weather Gear
Coats, raincoats, life jackets, boots and dog packs.
126 productsGrooming Tools
Clippers, nail grinders, grooming vacuums and bath gear.
58 productsBowls, Feeders & Food Storage
Raised and slow feeders, travel bowls and food storage.
40 productsDurable & Interactive Toys
Durable, puzzle, fetch and tug toys.
14 productsBall Launchers & Enrichment
Automatic ball launchers and hand launchers.
27 productsTie-Outs, Runners & Agility
Tie-outs, trolley runners and agility sets.
No surprise bills
What it really costs to own
Many GPS collars need a monthly plan, and over a few years the plan can cost more than the collar. Here's the device price plus the cheapest listed plan, side by side.
Work out your own totalWhat a smart collar really costs
Device price plus the cheapest listed plan, over time. Prices as seen on the makers' sites.
Plan prices change often; each figure is dated on the product page. Taxes and promotions excluded.
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Calculators and quick answers
Calculators use the same sourced data as our product pages and show their working.
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Popular references
Fi Series 3+ Smart Collar
Up to 3 months per charge; GPS/LTE plan required.
Tractive DOG 6 GPS & Health Tracker
Three U.S. LTE carriers; separate plan required.
Halo Collar 5
Fences from 900 sq ft upward, stored in the collar; membership required.
SpotOn GPS Dog Fence (Nova Edition)
Fencing works without a plan; tracking is an optional add-on.
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Subscriptions often cost more than the device. We price plans over one to three years from dated, sourced plan prices.
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