I stumbled across the Sivomens Ultrasonic Dog Bark Collar while scrolling through Amazon and couldn’t resist snagging it for a bargain at just $9 (thanks to the discount ad). As a pet parent with two very different dogs – one 50lb Pit Mix, and one 8 pound Morkie. – I figured it’d be worth trying out. Here’s my honest take after testing it on both of my dogs.
First Impressions of Sivomens Anti Barking Collar
When I first opened the package, I was surprised at how bulky the collar looked. The design isn’t anything fancy, but it felt sturdy. The collar is adjustable, and the ultrasonic device itself has a sensor that’s supposed to detect barking and emit a sound to discourage it. Sounds simple enough, right?
How It Worked on My 50 pound Pit Mix dog
I was hopeful at first – my big dog can be quite the barker, especially when he’s excited or wants attention. I strapped the collar on him, and… nothing. He barked like usual, didn’t seem fazed by the ultrasonic sound, and carried on as if he didn’t even have the collar on. I tried adjusting the settings, thinking maybe it was too low, but it just didn’t work for him. The collar didn’t seem to make a dent in his behavior, which was honestly disappointing.
How It Worked on the Morkie
Now, for my Morkie, things were a bit different. The collar seemed too heavy and long for her, but I decided to give it a shot. The second she started barking, the ultrasonic sound kicked in, and she immediately stopped. She seemed startled by it, which made me a bit uneasy, but I can’t deny that it got her to quiet down. The collar does work on small dogs who are sensitive to sound or vibration, but I could tell she was scared of the shock, so I didn’t want to use it too much.
Pros:
- Affordable: At $9, it’s an absolute steal if it works for your dog.
- Simple to use: The collar is easy to adjust and put on your dog.
- Great for sensitive dogs: If you have a dog that responds to sound or vibration (like my morkie), this might be an effective tool.
Cons:
- Quite lengthy for small dogs: I had to adjust it so small that the slack was longer than the collar itself. After a couple of days of my Morkie dragging the slack around it started to unravel. So if your dog is below 10 pounds you shouldn’t get this.
- Might scare sensitive dogs: While it worked on my small dog, I noticed she was visibly startled by the ultrasonic shock, which made me feel a bit bad.
- Limited effectiveness: If you have a dog that’s used to barking and isn’t bothered by noise or vibration, this collar may not help at all.
Alternatives:
- PetSafe Basic Bark Control Collar – Works well for both small and large dogs, with adjustable settings to find the right level of correction.
- SportDOG NoBark 10R – More expensive but works on all dog sizes and has a more effective stimulation system for stubborn barkers.
- DogRook Bark Collar – A great budget-friendly option that offers vibration and sound modes, and is suitable for both small and large dogs.
Verdict
In the end, I think this collar could be a good option if you’ve got an above 15 pounds dog who’s easily startled by ultrasonic sounds. For larger dogs, it might not be effective – and I’m still on the lookout for something that works for my big boy. At the price I paid, I don’t feel like I’ve wasted my money, but I do wish it had been more versatile.
Would I recommend it? Only for small dogs who are sensitive to sound. For larger, more stubborn pups, this probably won’t be the solution you’re looking for.