Why it matters
Corrections start at the lowest of 15 levels and step up only if barking continues. Sound and vibration sensors work together to detect barks, and the collar shuts off after 80 seconds. It runs on a 6-volt alkaline battery and fits dogs from 8 lb with necks up to 27 in.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Good fit if
- Persistent barking
- Large necks
- Battery preference
Look elsewhere if
- Dogs barking from fear or separation anxiety
- Puppies under about 6 months
- Unsupervised all-day wear
Pros and cons
Pros
- Starts low
- Auto shut-off
- Large neck range
Cons
- Static
- Disposable battery
- 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.
| Price | $60.99 | Maker |
|---|---|---|
| Model number | PBC00-16634 | Maker |
| Correction | 15 static levels, escalating from the lowest | Maker |
| Detection | Sound and vibration sensors | Maker |
| Auto shutoff | Shuts off after 80 seconds | Maker |
| Min dog | 8 lb and up, neck up to 27 in | Maker |
| Battery | 6-volt alkaline | Maker |
Alternatives worth comparing
More bark control we cover
- SportDOG NoBark SBC-8 $79.99
- Dogtra YS300 No Bark Collar $84.99
- Dogtra YS600 No Bark Collar $89.99
- SportDOG NoBark SBC-10 $99.99
All bark control, compared in one table · Every PetSafe product we cover
Final verdict
A familiar brand collar.
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Questions buyers ask
Does the PetSafe Classic escalate?
Yes, from the lowest of 15 levels.
When does it shut off?
After 80 seconds.