100-yard rangeAdjustable, waterproof receiver collarElectronic remote delivers correction signals to dog collar16 levels of stimulation plus tone-only button+2 boost button for distractionsModel PDT00-13411

Average Customer Rating:

3.9

(15 Reviews) 15

Rating Breakdown 15 reviews

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12 out of 15(80%)reviewers recommend this product.

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Customer Reviews for PetSafe Big Dog Remote Trainer

Review 1 for PetSafe Big Dog Remote Trainer

Overall rating

5 / 5

definitely would recommend

PostedDecember 2, 2012

leenie728

from new york

I have an 85 lb dog. HIs biting (playful, but random painful bites) was out of control. We tried EVERYTHING. We resorted to this collar. while the audio chirp/low level 'zaps' do nothing, a quick jolt on level 6 or above stops him in his track. It doesnt hurt, tried it on myself. It DOES startle you like crazy though!! I pair the 'zap' with an obnoxious noise at the same time along with a 'no _______' (ex, no bite. no jump....) now, just less than 2 weeks later, I simply use the obnoxious noise and he stops whatever he's doing. He is still wearing the collar, just in case. I will use it on my new puppy also.

I would recommend this to a friend!

+5points

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Review 2 for PetSafe Big Dog Remote Trainer

Overall rating

1 / 5

This is junk

PostedSeptember 23, 2012

pat5j

from Idaho

This product is poorly made, Would not hold the level so while training you would have to get it on then get to the number that your dog responds to. By the time you get it working your dog has already stopped doing what ever it was you are correcting. This product is very very cheaply made, The remote felt as it was going to break in your hand. I returned the item and bought a Q series that is amazing!

No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

0points

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Review 3 for PetSafe Big Dog Remote Trainer

Overall rating

5 / 5

Easy

PostedJanuary 22, 2012

diamondsonmyneck

from Orlando, Fl

Very easy to operate. Charge last a long time. Great product. My boxer weighs 63lbs. Found the level 1-2 didn't phase him. Level 3 gets his attention. Not enough to not "want" the feel, though. Will have to go to level 4. At least it gives you all the levels of option. He is beginning to listen and mind better. Great training tool.

I would recommend this to a friend!

+7points

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Review 4 for PetSafe Big Dog Remote Trainer

Overall rating

1 / 5

PetSafe Big Dog Remote Trainer

PostedJanuary 10, 2012

Bob907

from Anchorage

I got this for Christmas and the push button on-off switch on the collar failed after only a few uses and it's stuck on. Poor design or quality control.

No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

0points

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Review 5 for PetSafe Big Dog Remote Trainer

Overall rating

2 / 5

This was great until it got wet!

PostedApril 23, 2011

ZoesParents

from Escondido, CA

This was one of the best investments we've ever made. The collar is amazing around town, walking on trails, and just general off leash playtime. Also was great in helping with unwanted barking. One of the biggest reasons we decided to get this model was the waterproof receiver. Well, our first vacation with the collar and it lasted all of 15 minutes!!! Our 2 yr old golden jumped into the river and the collar was done! Very disappointed that it turned out to NOT be waterproof. Going to return it ASAP. Other than the waterproof issue, this was a great buy. Would've gave it 5 stars but it didn't live up to it's claim to be waterproof.

I would recommend this to a friend!

+23points

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Review 6 for PetSafe Big Dog Remote Trainer

Overall rating

5 / 5

yeay!

PostedApril 4, 2011

catiemce

from St Paul

this collar is wonderful! we tried a citronella bark collar & it went off at almost nothing, so this time we went with a collar that WE control when it does something. the dog was afraid of the citronella one but this one she knows to sit to get it put on before going outside. we have not even used the shock, just the beep and it gets her attention, she quits barking, & comes to the door to come in, or if she is in the house (not wearing the collar) & starts barking, i can hold the collar towards her & make it beep & she will stop barking & come to me. & we didn't even teach her that, she just knew (probably after having half heard us scream at her to come to us when she had a barking fit). again - yeay! for this collar!

I would recommend this to a friend!

+8points

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Review 7 for PetSafe Big Dog Remote Trainer

Overall rating

5 / 5

When used properly, your dog can be the world's best behaved pet!!!

PostedMarch 31, 2011

Jenilynco

from Upstate NY

This purchase was to replace an older model. This one is actually better! The collar recieves signal at a farther distance and the pitch is quieter than the old one which is nice. The dog still "respects" the tone no matter what pitch it's at! He's the world's best dog with it on!!!!

I would recommend this to a friend!

-10points

7of 24voted this as helpful.

Review 8 for PetSafe Big Dog Remote Trainer

Overall rating

3 / 5

Too much excess

PostedMarch 20, 2011

Hardeedarhar

from Boise, ID

This worked great for my dogs. The only down side was that the collar was too long. My dog would "shake" and found that the collar excess would come out. We did trim it but if you trim it too much you won't have anything to hold it on. We were walking/training our other dog and within that 30 min, she had taken the collar off and destroyed it. Yes we probably should have taken it off but now I know. I am buying a replacement because this did work so well.

I would recommend this to a friend!

+2points

5of 8voted this as helpful.

Review 9 for PetSafe Big Dog Remote Trainer

Overall rating

5 / 5

WE LOVE THIS

PostedMarch 8, 2011

Greatfuldogowner

from Lisbon,CT

We got this collar also as a last resort, I was really frustrated with our dog not coming to us outside, jumping up, knocking people down, nipping at us, etc. We used the system a little differently than the directions say, we used the tone as a warning before the "stimulation" and only had to use that a few times. Now when we reprimand him if he doesn't listen we use the tone and he responds right away. It has changed everything. He is such a better dog, he listens to our commands, doesn't knock our children down, it has really made a huge difference in our lives. I recommend this highly.

I would recommend this to a friend!

+18points

18of 18voted this as helpful.

Review 10 for PetSafe Big Dog Remote Trainer

Overall rating

5 / 5

life saver

PostedJanuary 14, 2011

NMV123

We bought this when all else failed on getting our dog to stop chasing the horses. It was becoming a dangerous situation as our dog got braver in his chase starting to leap and bite as the horses ran. After 3 shocks he hugged the fence line as they ran past him. It was not pleasant for me doing it to him so I would advise it only being used by people as a last resort when faced in such a potentially dangerous situation for thier dog.

I would recommend this to a friend!

+8points

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Review 11 for PetSafe Big Dog Remote Trainer

Overall rating

5 / 5

Awsome

PostedOctober 3, 2010

Jmax123

This training collar is wonderful. We have not had to increase the level of stimulation at all. He responds to our verbal commands a lot better now, without having to stimulate as much. This has taken a lot of frustration out of our days.

I would recommend this to a friend!

0points

0of 0voted this as helpful.

Review 12 for PetSafe Big Dog Remote Trainer

Overall rating

5 / 5

What a good dog I have now!

PostedSeptember 13, 2010

konaspal

My 12 month old Boxer was starting to get out of control, acting aggressively toward other large dogs and generally was just getting into a lot of trouble. Since I purchased the remote collar all I usually have to do is give her the sound warning and she'll come to me & even look for me if I'm in the house. I've never had to use it any higher than the #2 setting and have only done that a few times. It has saved the day. Other types of training and socializing didn't seem to be working for some of these bad behaviors. I highly recommend!

I would recommend this to a friend!

+3points

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Review 13 for PetSafe Big Dog Remote Trainer

Overall rating

5 / 5

Awesome Remote Trainer

PostedSeptember 11, 2010

DogLover98601

from Amboy, WA

I live on 5 acres and needed a Training collar that had great distance. My dog is learning quickly and is now listening to his voice commands. He even comes mid chase of bunnies. He wouldn't do this before. When he's too far for voice commands he comes running when I use the tone. This is AWESOME!

I would recommend this to a friend!

+4points

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Review 14 for PetSafe Big Dog Remote Trainer

Overall rating

5 / 5

Great Product!

PostedJune 28, 2010

LDub

I am very impressed with this large dog remote trainer. With lithium ion batteries the remote and the collar are light weight and hold a charge very well. I have been using it for 2 weeks so far on one charge. My dog was pretty well trained already with the basic commands, but he would decide not to listen to me when other dogs were around at the park. I used the lowest setting and it was enough to get my dogs attention away from distractions like other dogs and come to me. After only a few corrections he listens very well now without even applying the correction. I like the clip on the collar so I don't have to adjust the buckle every time I put it on. The unit has very good range, I got half way around my neighborhood (about a half mile) while testing it before the signal began to break up.

I would recommend this to a friend!

+4points

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Review 15 for PetSafe Big Dog Remote Trainer

Overall rating

1 / 5

Defective

PostedJune 15, 2010

Siri

from Seattle

Had the collar on the charger for 8 hours - it never charged so returned it to a Petco store.

No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

0points

6of 12voted this as helpful.

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