Why it matters
Garmin's bark-differentiating technology aims to respond only to your dog's barks. Auto Rise automatically adjusts correction, and a Bark Odometer counts barks so you can see whether it is working and reduce over-correction. Integrated stainless contact points fit all coat thicknesses. It weighs 2.5 oz. One-year warranty.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Good fit if
- Data-minded owners
- Persistent nuisance barking
- All coat types
Look elsewhere if
- Dogs barking from fear or separation anxiety
- Puppies under about 6 months
- Unsupervised all-day wear
Pros and cons
Pros
- Bark counter
- Bark differentiation
- Known brand
Cons
- Price
- Static correction
- Auto Rise escalates
Limitations to weigh
- Find out why your dog barks first: boredom, fear, separation distress and alerting all need different fixes, and a bark collar can make fear or anxiety worse.
- Automatic collars correct every bark they detect, including alarm or distress barks; never leave one on an unsupervised dog for long periods.
- Follow the maker's wear limit (often no more than 8 to 12 hours a day), check the neck daily and move the unit to avoid pressure sores.
- Static modes are aversive; welfare groups advise trying beep and vibration, enrichment and training before any static correction.
Specifications
Every figure below comes from the source shown in brackets. Where the maker doesn't state something, we say so instead of estimating.
| Material | Stainless Steel | Retailer |
|---|---|---|
| Closure | Buckle | Retailer |
| Dog size | All Breed Sizes | Retailer |
| In the box | Bark | Retailer |
| Product weight | 2.5 ounces | Retailer |
| Model number | 010-01070-10 | Retailer |
| Warranty | 1 year | Retailer |
| Care | Keep the device dry and clean | Retailer |
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Final verdict
A premium data-driven collar.
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Questions buyers ask
What does the Bark Odometer do?
Counts barks so you can track progress.
What warranty?
One year.