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Remote Dog Training Collars - The Top 5

Are you tired of your dog jumping up on every guest that enters your home?
Does your dog think that it's perfectly acceptable to lunge at strangers in the park?
If you are dealing with a misbehaving dog, remote training collars might be the answer!

So, which type of remote dog training collars should you buy? We have researched 5 of the most popular models:

1. SportDog SD-105 Yard Trainer - $99 Lightweight yet durable, the SportDog SD-105 is designed for any dog that weighs more than 15 pounds. This collar will respond to a remote that's as far as 100 yards away, so it's easy to corral your dog. As an added benefit, the SportDog SD-105 is waterproof, and it comes with a lifetime warranty.

2. Tri Tronics Sport Basic G3 - $239 With 10 levels of stimulation - and 1/2 level increments in between - it is easy to find a level that's strong enough for your dog to take notice, without making him too uncomfortable. The Sport Basic G3 collar will respond to a remote that is up to a 1/2 mile away, and the collar comes with a rechargeable battery.

3. PetSafe Big Dog Remote Trainer - $139 This collar is designed only for dogs that weigh more than 40 pounds and have necks that are smaller than 33". PetSafe collars have large digital displays, so it is easy to keep track of what settings you're on and how much battery power you have left.

4. SmartPets 4-in-1 Dog Training Shock and Vibration Collar - $29 At about $30, it is one of the cheapest remote dog collars you will find. It comes with 1 level of static shock, 1 level of vibration, and 3 levels of tone. Plus, there are LED lights on both the collar and the remote.

5. Dogtra 1900NCP Field Star - $236 Designed to train your dog in any situation, the 1900NCP has a 1/2 mile range, 27 stimulation levels, and non-stimulating options. Plus, it comes with a sturdy carrying case so that you can take it anywhere. Durable and waterproof, the 1900 NCP is designed to work on a variety of breeds.

What are remote training collars?

Remote dog training collars come with stainless steel probes and a handheld remote transmitter. When your dog starts to do something that you don't want him to, a simple push of a button will create one of three things - a loud tone, a vibration in the collar, or a slight electric stimulation from the probes.

After a few experiences with one of these collars, your dog will associate the discomfort with whatever he's doing - and he will stop doing it.

But won't the electrical stimulations hurt my dog?

When used correctly, remote dog collars are not painful. They are simply designed to give your dog a quick feeling that is similar to static shock. It might be unpleasant for your dog, but it will not cause any serious damage.

And, in an effort to make your dog as comfortable as possible, quality remote training collars come with several different levels - so that you can adjust the size of the stimulation. Start with the collar on the lowest possible setting. If your dog doesn't respond to it, move up a setting.

Doesn't that seem a little severe?

Many people turn to remote training collars when everything else has failed. In fact, remote dog collars are used by all sorts of people - from "regular" dog owners to police officers with K9 companions.

And, remember, if you have a dog that misbehaves, you can't take him places - like out for a walk, to the doggie park, or even to the vet - without worrying that he is going to act up. It makes it hard to spend time with man's best friend!

Remote training collars can even be used to protect your dog.

Do you have a dog that loves to dash out the front door anytime it's cracked open? Sadly, it's a common way for dogs to get hit by a car or lost forever. But, with one of these collars, you can teach your dog that it's not OK to run wild.