how "water resistant" is the tag? will it put up with a dog that likes to swim?
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Almost not at all. My girl kitty's tag keeps getting water in it and it stops working. It's a real flaw in the design as her tag hangs in the toilet or water bowl when she drinks. Shrink wrapping or the like probably won't work because the tag's battery lasts less than two months, so you need to be able to open the tag frequently.
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Reasonably, and I would trust out for regular swimming. The circuitry is protected by rubber seal, but it really doesn't look all that secure.that said, one of mine gets dunked in a water bowl without problem.
329461
I don't think it would last one dip in the ocean or pool. if you can find a way to waterproof it, shrink wrap it in plastic, maybe something like that maybe would work. It would be the equivalent of any small electronic device being submerged in water.
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I wouldn't think the tag would put up with too much regular water immersion. It's two plastic halves secured by two screws with little in the way of waterproofing. Nothing saying you couldn't fairly easily seal it with silicone tape or something, though.
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The tag gave us no trouble, but I have read that others have had some. We positioned the height of the bowl so that it stayed outside the bowl while our dog was eating. I would think that the tag would have to come off the collar to swim, but have not had any experience with that. Love the bowl. It keeps our "swiper" dog out of our other dog's bowl and has saved us a lot of monitoring and refilling food bowls.
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Quite honestly, I have yet to set it up and actually put it on my dog! However, I would say it looks very similar to an i.d./rabies tag - and I wondered about the durability myself. Sorry I couldn't be more helpful!
1191545
I have a German Shepherd would this work to get his attention? Is it water proof?
2007606
unfortunately, my dog hasn't had the need to have the collar submerged in water since i live in the city and my dog doesn't come into contact with any type of water submergen in the winter time. right now, he has only worn it in the rain with no problem and wallowing his neck in the snow so i really can't say. Sorry.
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It is water resistant, but I wouldn't recommend for a lot of swimming. Especially after a battery change
350930
Sandra, thank you for your question! The collar for this system is waterproof and can withstand frequent dips in the lake. However, we do suggest to make sure that the battery compartment is sealed prior to putting the collar on your Lab each day. If the battery compartment is loose, water damage can occur.
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The package states normal wetting from rainfall will not effect it, but advise removing the collar when bathing. So, it doesn't sound like swimming with it on would be a good idea.
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The SportDog 350 is waterproof down to 25 feet. This is true for the device that goes on the dog and the device you hold in your hand.My lab swims almost every day and there has been no problems at all.
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Yes, it is water resistant, but I suggest that not to put it into water and use it in the rainy day. Not good to your dog and this collar.
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I'm not sure about swimming but the collars are waterproof if on while getting a bath. Does the insert give that info? Sorry I can't be of any more help..my dog is never in water as in swimming.
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Well I'm def not going to purposefully immerse it in water, but it has rubber O-rings (like on waterproof watches). It can definitely get wet, but I don't know about going swimming with it. High enough quality, it might just be able to.
933593
It is a small size and stops about 4-5 inches from her tail. No it is not water resistant. My dog sleeps in it every night, so is more like pajamas.
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It's water "resistant"; not "truly" water proof. That stated unless you have a real "swimmer" like a waterfowl retriever this is still a very good product.
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It was too small for my dog so we did not use it. It was velvet so don't think it is water resistant. Best dog coats I have found are from Duluth Trading. I've purchased 2 from their site...very very pleased.
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I haven't really checked it with a fully wet dog. My dog drools when I take him on rides in the car, and that hasn't passed the backing on the hammock. The material that covers the back feels like it would withstand some good amount of water. BUT you want to be careful when it comes to those holes for the seat belt buckle, the material could potentially hold up when it comes to water, but it may defeat the purpose if you dont cover the holes. Hope this helps!
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My dogs' swim in the lake all summer!!! I actually use a key ring or tie wrap to secure the tag in place. I do this to ensure it won't fall off. Sometimes the plastic tag will crack and the tag falls off. I just punch another hole and reattach (I've been fortunate enough to find it in the yard). It's not to hard to visualize the tags hanging from the collar for monitoring if they do come off.
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My dog swims in the lake with his on with no problem. I do take it off and let it dry and brush off any sand or debris when he comes in.