Why it matters
Choose bark control, training or both. The bark chip reads barking and vocal-cord vibration, and the remote reaches a stated 3300 ft. The kit includes a test bulb, metal prongs, protective rubber and a wrist strap. Two-year warranty; Colofrog advises against submerging it.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Good fit if
- Barking plus training
- Medium and large dogs
- Warranty seekers
Look elsewhere if
- Dogs under the maker's minimum weight
- Fearful or reactive dogs without a trainer
- Owners wanting a quick fix for aggression
Pros and cons
Pros
- Three modes
- Two-year warranty
- Test bulb
Cons
- Not submersible
- Auto corrections
- Unpublished output
Limitations to weigh
- Static stimulation is an aversive. Many vets and welfare groups advise reward-based training first and a qualified trainer before using any e-collar; start at the lowest level that gets a response and never use it in anger.
- Check fit daily, move the receiver every few hours and limit wear time (makers commonly say no more than 8 to 12 hours a day) to avoid pressure sores.
- Range figures are the maker's open-ground numbers; trees, hills and buildings cut real range.
- Budget e-collars rarely publish stimulation output, so one brand's level 50 is not another's; test levels gradually.
- Automatic bark modes correct every detected bark, including alarm or distress barks; find the cause of barking first.
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 | Nylon | Retailer |
|---|---|---|
| Dog size | All Breed Sizes | Retailer |
| In the box | Dog Bark Collar, Remote Control, Charging Cable, Test Bulb, User Manual, Metal Prong, Protective Rubber, Wrist Strap | Retailer |
| Model number | RS8 | Retailer |
| Warranty | 2 year manufacturer | Retailer |
| Care | Avoid submerging in water, store in dry place. (Note: this is an estimated value due to lack of specific care instructions in the provided product information) | Retailer |
| Closure | Hook and Loop | Retailer |
| Dimensions (seller) | 15.75 x 0.79 x 0.04 inches; 13.93 ounces | Retailer |
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Final verdict
A capable combo collar.
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Questions buyers ask
What modes does the Colofrog collar have?
Bark control, training, and both.
What warranty?
Two years.