HOW WATERPROOF is it?? I own a Lab and he's in the water a LOT and I want to be sure it doesn't die when he swims.
825802
Works fine i n the rain, but we have Mastiffs and they don't swim. Good luck.
825803
Only used it once. Seemed waterproof enough but is is a crappy set up in general
825804
For 75 bucks or so It's pretty good. My brother in law has a coon hound that is in the water often and has no issue. I have a Tri tronics $320 collar that is rock solid and I would trust 1000%... You get what you pay for but even if it failed 3 times your still ahead of my cost. Weigh your options, for the price I have no complaints with the product and it has not failed yet.
825805
I bought this because I have a newf that loves water. It has been submerged countless times and works great! You just have to make sure that the part where you charge it is closed tightly before they get in the water.
1886226
My dog fell in the pool earlier this summer and after fishing him out, I immediately removed the collar, dried it off and we had no problems. He also loves to play in dirt, roll in wet grass, etc. and we've had no issues. But that is the extent that we have tested out the "waterproof" feature. :)
200808
Probably not very waterproof. I would only assume, I haven't had it in the water.
1089910
I dont think it is waterproof I have an older dog who sometimes urinates in her sleep and when it has happened when she is on the couch it has gone through the cover and onto my couch I now keep washable puppy pads under these covers for this reason as they are waterproof but not very attractive
1671742
I bought mine just about the same time and had the same problem...mine got wet and quit working, they are water resistant not proof. I switched over to a more expensive brand that says, "water proof" Petsafe 1000. The dogs swim in very deep water and they ARE water proof and still working great. They only beep and or shock. I did like the vibration part of those collars. Cheap is cheap...... Mona @ Grammas Doggy Daycare
1511318
All of the documentation I have found online states water resistant.Which usually means as long as you aren't diving with it you should be ok. My concern though would be the optical sensor on the back used for measuring heart rate. I personally would not swim with it on.
350932
Hi, we never submerged the collar. Our problem with dog was in the house getting into cats food. We also have the Petsafe underground fence and that collar is very similar to the remote training collar and we've had that collar wet with no problems. It's almost 7yrs old now and still works like new. Petsafe products seem to be very well made. I hope this helps.
1715360
My dogs have had the collars on in the rain a few times and have been in a deep stream once. They are still working, but if you look at the description, they are not supposed to be submersible. I would not chance it too much if you can help it.
1483850
Hi, it is waterproof. It says it on the instructions and I also swam in it yesterday so it was submerged in water for long periods of time and still worked. However (and this might not apply to what you're asking) my transmitter (around the chest) kept losing signal so I need to figure out if there's something I need to do better to avoid that. But the watch itself worked just fine under the water.
1447069
My collar has not failed to confine her yet after 3+ months on a very active Platt hound puppy! She has been out in the rain but has not submerged collar in water; so I don't know about that. Very satisfied with 5134G2.
1152575
Mine says its waterproof although I haven't really dared to try it out. This product is amazing- life changing!! 3 1/2 years of barking and finally, we have silence!!
763670
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.
1613593
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!
544512
I have never used it where my dog is completely submerged in the water, but have used it where my dog runs thru a few inches of water and I the rain, with no issues. Very happy with this purchase. It works great.
1462304
I have replaced the batteries in mine with less expensive ones and they work great. I haven't seen a problem with water because of rain, but I don't think I would trust any collar of this type being submersed in water for swimming. I can't believe that the manufacturer would suggest such a thing either. I would be afraid that if enough water got inside, it would cause the dog to get shocked unexpectedly. I think the cost of replacing the collar would also keep me from risking it.
1270201
The manufacturer claims it is waterproof to some military standard. Various people have put it underwater with no bad effects; I have no reason to push my luck. I have no doubt it would be fine, say, in a backpack in rain.
1616057
Sounds like you have a very intelligent dog. Personally, I haven't had problems with the unit when it gets wet. Rarely do I have to use the "shock" feature since my dog usually responds to the auditory signal. I would suggest you contact the manufacturer regarding the actual waterproof quality of the receiver. Whether or not the unit is waterproof may be a separate issue from whether or not to use it on a pooch who is wet or dry. I am VERY satisfied with the unit finding that it is well-made. I started using it toward the end of formalized dog training. It allows my pup a lot of freedom yet excellent control when she romps about "off leash." Sounds like you have a very intelligent dog. Personally, I haven't had problems with the unit when it gets wet. Rarely do I have to use the "shock" feature since my dog usually responds to the auditory signal. I would suggest you contact the manufacturer regarding the actual waterproof quality of the receiver. Whether or not the unit is waterproof may be a separate issue from whether or not to use it on a pooch who is wet or dry. I am VERY satisfied with the unit finding that it is well-made. I started using it toward the end of formalized dog training. It allows my pup a lot of... » Read More Sounds like you have a very intelligent dog. Personally, I haven't had problems with the unit when it gets wet. Rarely do I have to use the "shock" feature since my dog usually responds to the auditory signal. I would suggest you contact the manufacturer regarding the actual waterproof quality of the receiver. Whether or not the unit is waterproof may be a separate issue from whether or not to use it on a pooch who is wet or dry. I am VERY satisfied with the unit finding that it is well-made. I started using it toward the end of formalized dog training. It allows my pup a lot of freedom yet excellent control when she romps about "off leash." « Show Less