I need to deter attacking birds during daylight, but am worried about my dog. Can the frequency be effective against birds, but not disturb dogs?
292426
The strobe only works at night--he flash temp blinds animals in the dark--otherwise, it does not seem to bother dogs.
1262008
I have no idea as I don't have birds. It does not effect our dog. That's the only "other pet" experience I have.
1629336
Sandra, We have found it can work for most any bird in this size range. The key seems to be where you want to use it and how big of an area you need to protect. So if you have a bluejay landing on a window sill and its "attacking" its own reflection that it sees in your window, this will keep them away. Just hang it where they're actively landing and they'll stay away for good. But if you have them flying in your back yard and hope that setting 1-2 ribbons out in a few areas of your land will keep them off your property, I don't think you'll get a positive result. Cheers, Jonathan Customer Care U-Spray Bugspray
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This device works via sonic waves. Any barrier between the device and the dog will absorb and lessen those waves. If your barking dog is nearby, the sonic waves will still have an effect if sent thru a glass pane but if the dog is at the outer range of the 50 foot effective area, the Bark Free will not be effective. It is best to have no barrier or any sort between the dog and the Bark Free. That means fences, bushes, trees, windows....anything that will absorb sound waves will lessen the effectiveness. I kept my unit outside a second floor window, pointed downward so nothing was between it and the neighbor's dog and it worked wonderfully.
1578116
I just put these (mine are owls) up and so far they haven't worked keeping the blackbirds out of my trees. don't phase them a bit. I know I got them up late so will try again next year.
1183322
When I bought the device I did not realize that it would only work if the motion sensor detect a bird moving in a specific area. Actualy I thought that the device would be emitting the ultrasound and flashing on intervals and that would keep birds away. The motion detector works fine but is really important to find the right location for the device so it can detect the birds movements. Birds are gone from my patio.
636820
I believe large birds should be OK on this antenna. Don't know how you would keep them off if they wanted to be there anyway!
1475380
NO! It sounds like a chirping bird - and it isn't even a very loud bird! I too got fooled by the name - it is not a dog - but a low level chirp. Depends on if you want a low level alert = fine, but as a deterrent - I do not think this would work. Hope this helps.
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I am no expert on this, but I bought two different First Alert dog barking control systems, neither of which were worth the money, nor did they work. My Beagles ignored both of them and since these devices are said to be above the hearing range of humans, who knows what effects a dog's audio senses? I think that animals have always known when a storm or danger is coming, so forget buying these First Alert barking control devices, they do not convince me that they really work, so I got my money back on them. I have also bought the air cannister bark control devices, none of them worked either. Save your money and avoid these products altogether. Dave I am no expert on this, but I bought two different First Alert dog barking control systems, neither of which were worth the money, nor did they work. My Beagles ignored both of them and since these devices are said to be above the hearing range of humans, who knows what effects a dog's audio senses? I think that animals have always known when a storm or danger is coming, so forget buying these First Alert barking control devices, they do not convince me that they really work, so I got my money back on them. I have also bought the air cannister bark control devices, none of them worked... » Read More I am no expert on this, but I bought two different First Alert dog barking control systems, neither of which were worth the money, nor did they work. My Beagles ignored both of them and since these devices are said to be above the hearing range of humans, who knows what effects a dog's audio senses? I think that animals have always known when a storm or danger is coming, so forget buying these First Alert barking control devices, they do not convince me that they really work, so I got my money back on them. I have also bought the air cannister bark control devices, none of them worked either. Save your money and avoid these products altogether. Dave « Show Less
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I don't think a low growl will be enough to set it off. I believe it needs both a vibration and a bark to go off. I've noticed my dog will sometimes still give a low growl when the mailman comes. Plus I only put the collar on during certain parts of the day when I really don't want him to bark. It has been a lifesaver!
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My experience is that it does not spook any animals. they are use to seeing lightning. I think you would manually have to shut if off each evening.
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Freq setting on 3 and sensitivity at little more than medium works great keeping my neighbor's cat off from my yard. Sensitivity may vary according to each individual situation. please read all the reviews on the product page along with comments. It is discussed there several times about frequency and sensitivity. However, I can guarantee you it works unless you got a defective piece.
325492
I think it could have the capacity to scare off any bird, for a short period of time. Once they get used to it, it's a bit less effective.
1665585
It has a range for birds, not specifically pigeons. Mine didn't work to keep the black birds and starlings off of our boat cover and dock area. I contacted the company twice about the proper setting for the birds and it didn't keep the birds away. I actually thought a few times the birds were having a convention on our dock. I sent it back.
58330
yes at first when the birds pass by ... but there should be little bird traffic at night .... Once I established mine in the right places , no more bird visitations good luck
1183324
I do not believe it can be set for time intervals. I mounted my unit high enough that only the birds coming to that specific location would set it off. So far no birds this spring.
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I doubt it but can't answer this for sure. Would you not be putting them up higher than your dog might be? The noise is not loud and now because birds don't come there, I never hear it anyway Don