Why it matters
The collar sprays citronella automatically when it detects barking, with three sensitivity and three spray-volume settings; there is no remote. It recharges in 1.5–2.5 hours for about 10 days and fits dogs 8–120 lb with a 3–21 in strap. HGFLMR suggests dogs over 6 months.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Good fit if
- Owners avoiding static
- Budget buyers
- Most sizes
Look elsewhere if
- Dogs barking from fear or separation anxiety
- Puppies under about 6 months
- Unsupervised all-day wear
Pros and cons
Pros
- Adjustable
- Rechargeable
- Low price
Cons
- Refills cost
- No remote
- Wind reduces effect
Limitations to weigh
- Find out why your dog barks first: boredom, fear, separation distress and alerting all need different fixes, and a bark collar can make fear or anxiety worse.
- Automatic collars correct every bark they detect, including alarm or distress barks; never leave one on an unsupervised dog for long periods.
- Follow the maker's wear limit (often no more than 8 to 12 hours a day), check the neck daily and move the unit to avoid pressure sores.
- Spray collars are also aversive to many dogs; wind and long coats reduce effect, and refills add running cost.
Specifications
Every figure below comes from the source shown in brackets. Where the maker doesn't state something, we say so instead of estimating.
| Price seen | $35.99 | Retailer |
|---|---|---|
| Closure | Buckle | Retailer |
| In the box | Collar | Retailer |
| Model number | S21B | Retailer |
Alternatives worth comparing
More bark control we cover
- PetSafe Elite Little Dog Spray Bark Control $89.99 seen
- PetSafe Basic Bark Control Collar $40.99 seen
- PetSafe Classic Bark Collar $60.99 seen
- SportDOG NoBark SBC-8 $79.99 seen
Final verdict
A cheap spray collar.
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Questions buyers ask
Does the HGFLMR collar have a remote?
No, it is automatic only.
What weight dogs?
8–120 lb.