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  • SportDOG Brand FieldTrainer 425X Remote Training Collar, E Collar for Dogs - Waterproof Dog Trainer, Submersible Up to 25 Feet, Rechargeable Dog Training Collar with Remote Static, Vibrate, and Tone
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Pattern Dog
Colour Black
Material Plastic
Brand SportDOG
Closure type Buckle
Product Dimensions 6.6L x 3.3W Centimetres
Breed recommendation Large, Medium, Small
Product care instructions Clean and maintain the product for use in various weather conditions. Charge the rechargeable battery when the low battery indicator is on. Ensure proper care for the waterproof feature. See more
Included components Remote Transmitter
Number of Items 1

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  • ADVENTURE READY: Unleash your dog's adventurous spirit with our shock collar for dogs, designed to ensure your control and your dog's safety even when they're exploring far-off areas. The SportDog Brand FieldTrainer 425X Remote Trainer, a dog shock collar with remote control, boasts an impressive 500-yard range and can support training up to 3 dogs with the same remote with purchase of additional collars (SDR-AXS).
  • CUSTOMIZED TRAINING: Experience no look operation and ease-of-use with our SportDog Brand training collar with remote, offering more levels of stimulation for customized training. This shock collar for large dogs allows you to adjust the intensity of the static stimulation to match your dog's sensitivity and response, ensuring a humane and effective training experience.
  • MULTIPLE MODES: Choose from a variety of training modes with our training collars for large dogs, including tone, vibrate, and static stimulation. The FieldTrainer 425X, one of the best e-collars for dog training, offers 21 levels of static stimulation in medium/high ranges, ensuring effective communication with your dog.
  • WEATHERPROOF: Train your dog in any weather with our e-collar, the FieldTrainer 425X, equipped with DryTek technology and waterproof up to 25 feet. This device, one of the best shock collars for dogs, is perfect for training sessions at the beach, lake, or during rainy days, adding durability and longevity to your training equipment.
  • RECHARGEABLE: Power your training sessions with the FieldTrainer 425X's rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, ensuring you'll never have to cut a training session short due to a dead battery. With a quick charge time of just 2 hours and lasting 50-70 hours per charge, this device gets you back to training in no time, and the included low battery indicator ensures consistent and uninterrupted training.
  • INCLUDES: Remote Transmitter, Receiver on 3/4" Collar Strap, Charging Adaptor, Standard Contact Points, Large Contact Points, Lanyard, Test Light Tool, Operating Guide & Basic Training Manual.

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About The SportDOG Brand FieldTrainer 425X Remote Trainer

The SD-425X is our smallest and lightest e-collar built for in-the-field training or hunting with close working dogs. Consistency and perfect timing are critical to developing your sporting dog, so the remote is quickly and easily operated without having to look at it - which lets you focus on your dog and not your equipment.

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500 Yard Range

Ideal for training in the yard or field, or for hunting with close-working dogs, the SD-425X features up to 500 yards of range.

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Rechargeable Batteries

With rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, this system features a 2 hour quick charge, lasting 50-70 hours per charge.

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DryTek Waterproof Technology

Using DryTek technology, this rugged system is waterproof and submersible to 25 feet, allowing it to perform in any weather or terrain.

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This system can be customized to fit any dog's temperament with tone, vibration, and 21 static stimulation levels.

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Range 500 yards 500 yards 500 yards 1/2 mile 1/2 mile
Static Stimulation Levels 21 21 10 21 7
Dog Expandability 3 dogs 3 dogs 2 dogs 3 dogs 2 dogs
Waterproof Submersible to 25 ft Submersible to 25 ft Submersible to 25 ft Submersible to 25 ft Submersible to 3 ft

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  • Batteries ‏ : ‎ 2 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included)
  • Is discontinued by manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.6 x 3.05 x 3.3 cm; 49.9 g
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ Sept. 29 2018
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Radio Systems Corporation
  • Place of Business ‏ : ‎ KNOXVILLE, TN, 37832 US
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07DZBN74T
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ SD-425X
  • 鶹 Rank: #12,643 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies)
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 out of 5 stars 4,454 ratings

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Experience the convenience of a compact and lightweight shock collar for dogs with the SportDOG Brand FieldTrainer 425X Remote Trainer. This dog shock collar with remote control is specifically designed for in-the-field training or hunting with close working dogs, ensuring consistency and perfect timing for your sporting dog's development. Enjoy the freedom of a 500-yard range with this sport dog shock collar with remote, capable of supporting training up to 3 dogs with the same remote when additional collars (SDR-AXS) are purchased. This shock collar for large dogs proves beneficial for multi-dog households or professional trainers, allowing simultaneous training of multiple dogs. Benefit from the ease-of-use design of the FieldTrainer 425X, one of the best training collars for large dogs, offering no look operation. Fits dogs 8 pounds or larger with neck sizes 5" - 22" (small, medium, large, extra-large, giant). Adjust levels of stimulation for more customized e-collars for dog training without having to divert your attention from your dog. Train in any weather condition with the FieldTrainer 425X, a versatile e-collar, which is waterproof and submersible up to 25 feet using DryTek technology. This feature ensures the durability and longevity of the best shock collars for dogs, providing a reliable training tool regardless of the environment. Never worry about interrupted training sessions with the rechargeable lithium-ion battery of the FieldTrainer 425X. Charging in just 2 hours and lasting between 50-70 hours per charge, this feature minimizes downtime. The system also includes a low battery indicator, so you'll always know when it's time to recharge.

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Manufacturer ‎Radio Systems Corporation
Place of Business ‎KNOXVILLE, TN, 37832 US
Item model number ‎SD-425X
Product Dimensions ‎6.6 x 3.05 x 3.3 cm; 49.9 g
ASIN ‎B07DZBN74T

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  • Reviewed in Canada on July 13, 2025
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    Great product just didn’t work on my larger fluffy dog.
  • Reviewed in Canada on October 20, 2023
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    I've used sportdog collars for my dogs for well over a decade. I mostly use them for off-leash hikes, just to ensure my dogs stay in close proximity while still getting to explore safely. While they were mostly used for my energetic young bird dogs, I also found them incredible as they got older and more deaf. Having a tone right near their neck or the vibration, they can explore without needing to hear me calling. Anyways- I just recently got two new dogs trained up on an old collar, and thought I'd order them their own. I got this and another add-a-dog collar, and set right to getting them all assigned to their proper button. I love that you can program it so easily for three dogs and still be able to use the tone (or vibration) and static correction. When setting up the new remote with an old collar and the two new ones, the one that came with the remote wasn't beeping due to a faulty speaker. I contacted the sportdog customer support live chat, and within 5 minutes I had a replacement collar on the way, without the annoying "well, did you turn it off and on" or "did you charge it properly" questions. Such wonderful service, and a great product. I always recommend this brand and will continue to do so!
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  • Reviewed in Canada on December 3, 2024
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    Read instructions carefully and it worked well for me.
  • Reviewed in Canada on March 12, 2023
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    This product is exactly as advertised. If it’s not working on your dog you don’t have the collar tight enough. After a couple minutes of my dog wearing it I readjust his collar tightness and have had great success. He’s excited to go outside without a leash and I’m excited that his recall is possible no matter what he’s chasing.
  • Reviewed in Canada on January 5, 2022
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    This did not work out for us. Our dog has a crazy heavy undercoat and even with the longer prongs and removing some of the fur, it was impossible to ensure consistent contact. That said, the company itself was fantastic to deal with and refunded the purchase without question. I think this would work well on a most dogs,
    however it may be challenging for a Husky, Norwegian Elkhound or similar breed with a lot of hair.
    2 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in Canada on November 11, 2023
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    Très bon collier pour chiens. Manque le mode vibration comme l’ancien
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  • Reviewed in Canada on April 3, 2024
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    Absolutely garbage for the money. Have a $50 collar (also purchased on amazon) with more features, and is more durable. Save yourself some money and don't buy this utter trash!
  • Reviewed in Canada on March 27, 2023
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    Spent over $400 for e-collars for 2 dogs. Transmitter can't be programmed and Receivers light up but do not deliver shock. AMAZON SELLS THESE BUT WILL NOT TAKE RETURNS. NO WARNING IN ADVERTISING. Am on a pension and cannot afford to take this loss. Have increased the stars. After 3 phone calls and finally a chat, 鶹 did refund my money. Have no idea how well these work.
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  • Windystar98
    5.0 out of 5 stars The BEST training collar there is!
    Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2025
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    This collar is fabulous. We actually have two of them for our two miniature dachshunds. They have worked wonderfully when training our boy to stay in our yard. We live in the country and there are all kinds of wild life around. They are both now trained when they here the beep or feel the vibration to come to us. You have had to use the electrical shock a few times but no more. I didn't like to use it but i feel it has saved their lives.
    We did have trouble with the remote control but customer servicee is wonderful. They sent us a new remote, pairing it with the collar you have is simple.
    It fits them well with no issues that way, the vigration level is perfect for our pups and as for the range they always respond. Its also kind of funny our 2 year old responds when he hears our 1 year olds beep without even having his on.
    The picture shows are 1 year old Toby resting comfortably with it on.

    Don't hesitate, if you need a collar, get this one or I imagine any of their collars.
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    Windystar98
    5.0 out of 5 stars
    The BEST training collar there is!

    Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2025
    This collar is fabulous. We actually have two of them for our two miniature dachshunds. They have worked wonderfully when training our boy to stay in our yard. We live in the country and there are all kinds of wild life around. They are both now trained when they here the beep or feel the vibration to come to us. You have had to use the electrical shock a few times but no more. I didn't like to use it but i feel it has saved their lives.
    We did have trouble with the remote control but customer servicee is wonderful. They sent us a new remote, pairing it with the collar you have is simple.
    It fits them well with no issues that way, the vigration level is perfect for our pups and as for the range they always respond. Its also kind of funny our 2 year old responds when he hears our 1 year olds beep without even having his on.
    The picture shows are 1 year old Toby resting comfortably with it on.

    Don't hesitate, if you need a collar, get this one or I imagine any of their collars.
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  • Min
    5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing!
    Reviewed in the United States on June 29, 2025
    Verified Purchase
    My dog trainer asked us to get this specifically. It works wonders without hurting my dog. I was worried that it might make her behavior worse but this thing might be the best thing we ever had to discipline her under supervision. Trainer taught us how to use it safe and he ensured that it won’t hurt her by let us feel it on set up 1 in mild button. Great quality at great price. I love how it last 48hours so we don’t have to charge it all the time. VERY EASY TO USE. Strongly recommend
  • Channypb
    5.0 out of 5 stars Quality of life improved!
    Reviewed in the United States on May 24, 2025
    Verified Purchase
    I struggled with my reactive dogs ever since they were pups. Whom grew up during Covid times so they got little to no socialization.

    I don’t have the means for a trainer, and the idea of collar trainers seemed cruel. Until I decided I would give it a try on my 5 year old pups, because our quality of life was not the best. We avoided places where we would find people or dogs. Because they would tug, bark which made it seem they were aggressive.

    I read the Manual, and began our training.

    The results? Instant!
    After just day 1 we were able to walk around our apartment property with people around us and they were actually not reacting. It was incredible to see.

    Fast forward a month in now, and our quality of life as improved so much. They pretty much go with me everywhere, I trust them more and they trust me to be their leader. They listen to my commands and I only have to tell them once without really utilizing the collar now. I should have done this sooner.

    I recommend anyone who is going through a similar experience with their pups. It will change your life for sure!
  • Gregory Knox
    1.0 out of 5 stars DON'T BUY THIS. JUNK OR DEFECTIVE
    Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2021
    Verified Purchase
    Do NOT buy this unit.

    UPDATED DEC 15 2021 USA.
    I added the longer electrodes and they didn’t make any difference. The sportdog continues to UNDERPERFORM. Right now I have no idea what power setting is activaged. I thought it was set on #2 but the test put my puppy on the ceiling. This unit may have a short. Nethertheless it’s a POS.

    This a review of the SPORT DOG E-trainer Model 425x, an electrical training collar designed for training animals, mainly dogs. This was purchased by me shortly after I adopted (purchased) my new 10 week old German Sheppard puppy with true blue bloodline documented by the AKC. The collar was purchased April 3, 2021 and put into use May 2021. The electrodes were 3/8. Extended 5/8 inch is a $10 option but back ordered 2 months+.
    I never write a review when I’m mad, and finally after several months using the SmartDog 425X I decided to write the review mad or not.

    Notes: 1) The extended electrodes are backordered 2 months…. Why?

    • 500 yard range e collar that can support training 3 dogs with the same remote with purchase of additional collars (SDR AF)
    • Choose to train with vibration (buzz), tone (beep), or 21 levels of static simulation in either momentary (nick) or continuous
    • Waterproof and submersible to 25 feet using DryTek technology
    • Lithium ion, rechargeable batteries feature a 2 hour quick charge, and a low battery indicator lets you know when to charge
    • Fits dogs 8 pounds or larger with neck sizes 5 to 22 inches
    • Age range description: All stages
    • Included components: Basic training manual

    The puppy, is an energetic male of 10 lbs as a puppy, and is still growing at 11 months and approximate 80 lbs. His dog mom (130 lbs estimated and dog dad 150 lbs. Due to breeder issues Yeti was not transferred to me until he was 12+ weeks old. That is on the further edge of the training age and to wait longer will make training more difficult. He is a smart dog and I enrolled him a reputable boot camp for 2 weeks. He came home with a good attitude. We have a lot of distractions (cats, snakes, horses, coyotes, wolves, cougars, etc. on a 10 acre ranch with a stocked lake and I was afraid that we may have issues with him chasing animals or cars. The additional benefits of the SmartDog is to further train him with obedience for his and my safety. However, it seems NOT TO WORK about 80% of the time. Perhaps there’s a Broken wire which may cause the malfunctions, or maybe a design issue.
    The Good: Customer Service is very friendly and cooperative. I’d give them 5 stars.

    2) The competitor’s devices are backorders 2 months .. that may indicate problems with this product forcing a purchase of the competition?
    The Bad:
    The E-Collar 425X is not reliable. My German Sheppard Puppy has thick hair so to get a electrical shock the collar has to be very tight making it hard to put a finger between the electrode and skin. The longer electrodes are ½ inch longer, but BACK ORDERED 2 months. Why? The 鶹 advertising did not mention anything about dog size, fur thickness, etc. This may have affected the purchase decision.

    The color of controller is battleship gray which is hard to see at night or low light. I see adds for the orange version but not listed in the options on the 鶹 pages. I put on orange tape to increase the visibility. I painted the control buttons but the paint came off after a few days. The controller is very small but then I have large hands (large gloves are very tight). I didn’t see any dimensions for the handheld controller so I have these measurements: 3x1.75x1 inches shaped like an hour glass. It’s too small for my hand. It may be best for a small child.
    The overall small size of the controller makes it harder to find the proper fit to a hand. The contoured unit is shaped like an small hour glass. The activation button is the same dull gray color and it’s only ¼ inch round . and it’s hard to locate and only on one side. It needs to be much bigger (the button ½ inch) and there should be 2 of them, and a neon glow color for rapid identification. The grey leash is accessing hanging from the necklace suspension, and about 80% of the time the palm of my hand wrapped around was totally out of place. It took 2 or more grabs to get the single activation button in an activation position. Larger and 2 extra buttons would be an improvement.
    The collar is long and rubber with the standard belt buckle design, NOT Velcro. Velcro would be easier to put on a bouncing puppy. On the recommendation of the mfg I trimmed the collar but just few weeks later because my puppy rapid growth , I had to buy another collar ………. $20 with shipping, or buy 3 and get free shipping ($45 for 3). In my option Velcro would be easier to fit and adjust.
    The batteries charge with 110 AC from a compatible sourse, like the wall. The charging light is steady during the charge and go to ”flashing” when charging is complete. The duration of the charge depends on frequency of the unit use. The zap is very short and has an aural beep when zapped. As the battery drains the flashing green changed to flashing red. The manual suggests that a charge will last 72 hours if not used.

    I’m not happy with the unit. It seems they should of had an interview questionnaire to assist on making a purchase decision more informed, such as dog type, long or short hair,
    The instructions are not simple. There are 3 plateaus for shocks at 21 level. I’m not clear how to change the settings. I think I’m on level 1.3 now, but not sure. I found the instructions confusing.
    Not knowing where the zap setting is was poor planning. Why not an LED scale for rapid referral to set the zap?

    The collar was purchased for training AND for safety interventions. My puppy is curious and is distracted when he gets close to a road with a speed limit of 25 (not the 52 everyone speeds at). It’s important to me that the collar can be used to change his run direction away from a danger. This unit seems only to work 20% of the time for a correctional change.

    We were at a local farm store when an elderly man came out and my Puppy 70 lbs at the time, began to pull me flat footed on pavement toward this man. I’m 230 +gun & amo and he was pulling me. I was pressing the zap button with nothing happening. I was yelling for him to stop. Finally the man began to pull his pistol. When I was 30 I could draw and fire from the hip in .26/100 second striking center mass. I shoot competition. I’m 68 and have slowed down to .68/100s …….. the old man saw the business end of a 45 auto. He stopped. We talked. We understand that the puppy thought the guy was our neighbor. THE fact is the SPTDOG failed during a critical time.

    SUNDAY DEC 12 2021 I’m sitting here with a pulled hamstring leg muscle. I can barely walk. I was taking my 85 lb puppy out for potty time. He saw a kitten on the front porch and puppy bolted through the screen door with my hand holding the leash, and other hand on my sportdog 425X shock button. Putty had the forward momentum and pulled me (220 lbs) off of my feet and across the deck. Down the steps in a single foot touching the ground 5 ft drop to the ground …… pulling my hamstring. THE SPORT DOG FAILED ……. FAILED TO SHOCK AND THE DOG DRAGGED ME DOWN THE STEPS AND ACROSS THE DIRT……….
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    Gregory Knox
    1.0 out of 5 stars
    DON'T BUY THIS. JUNK OR DEFECTIVE

    Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2021
    Do NOT buy this unit.

    UPDATED DEC 15 2021 USA.
    I added the longer electrodes and they didn’t make any difference. The sportdog continues to UNDERPERFORM. Right now I have no idea what power setting is activaged. I thought it was set on #2 but the test put my puppy on the ceiling. This unit may have a short. Nethertheless it’s a POS.

    This a review of the SPORT DOG E-trainer Model 425x, an electrical training collar designed for training animals, mainly dogs. This was purchased by me shortly after I adopted (purchased) my new 10 week old German Sheppard puppy with true blue bloodline documented by the AKC. The collar was purchased April 3, 2021 and put into use May 2021. The electrodes were 3/8. Extended 5/8 inch is a $10 option but back ordered 2 months+.
    I never write a review when I’m mad, and finally after several months using the SmartDog 425X I decided to write the review mad or not.

    Notes: 1) The extended electrodes are backordered 2 months…. Why?

    • 500 yard range e collar that can support training 3 dogs with the same remote with purchase of additional collars (SDR AF)
    • Choose to train with vibration (buzz), tone (beep), or 21 levels of static simulation in either momentary (nick) or continuous
    • Waterproof and submersible to 25 feet using DryTek technology
    • Lithium ion, rechargeable batteries feature a 2 hour quick charge, and a low battery indicator lets you know when to charge
    • Fits dogs 8 pounds or larger with neck sizes 5 to 22 inches
    • Age range description: All stages
    • Included components: Basic training manual

    The puppy, is an energetic male of 10 lbs as a puppy, and is still growing at 11 months and approximate 80 lbs. His dog mom (130 lbs estimated and dog dad 150 lbs. Due to breeder issues Yeti was not transferred to me until he was 12+ weeks old. That is on the further edge of the training age and to wait longer will make training more difficult. He is a smart dog and I enrolled him a reputable boot camp for 2 weeks. He came home with a good attitude. We have a lot of distractions (cats, snakes, horses, coyotes, wolves, cougars, etc. on a 10 acre ranch with a stocked lake and I was afraid that we may have issues with him chasing animals or cars. The additional benefits of the SmartDog is to further train him with obedience for his and my safety. However, it seems NOT TO WORK about 80% of the time. Perhaps there’s a Broken wire which may cause the malfunctions, or maybe a design issue.
    The Good: Customer Service is very friendly and cooperative. I’d give them 5 stars.

    2) The competitor’s devices are backorders 2 months .. that may indicate problems with this product forcing a purchase of the competition?
    The Bad:
    The E-Collar 425X is not reliable. My German Sheppard Puppy has thick hair so to get a electrical shock the collar has to be very tight making it hard to put a finger between the electrode and skin. The longer electrodes are ½ inch longer, but BACK ORDERED 2 months. Why? The 鶹 advertising did not mention anything about dog size, fur thickness, etc. This may have affected the purchase decision.

    The color of controller is battleship gray which is hard to see at night or low light. I see adds for the orange version but not listed in the options on the 鶹 pages. I put on orange tape to increase the visibility. I painted the control buttons but the paint came off after a few days. The controller is very small but then I have large hands (large gloves are very tight). I didn’t see any dimensions for the handheld controller so I have these measurements: 3x1.75x1 inches shaped like an hour glass. It’s too small for my hand. It may be best for a small child.
    The overall small size of the controller makes it harder to find the proper fit to a hand. The contoured unit is shaped like an small hour glass. The activation button is the same dull gray color and it’s only ¼ inch round . and it’s hard to locate and only on one side. It needs to be much bigger (the button ½ inch) and there should be 2 of them, and a neon glow color for rapid identification. The grey leash is accessing hanging from the necklace suspension, and about 80% of the time the palm of my hand wrapped around was totally out of place. It took 2 or more grabs to get the single activation button in an activation position. Larger and 2 extra buttons would be an improvement.
    The collar is long and rubber with the standard belt buckle design, NOT Velcro. Velcro would be easier to put on a bouncing puppy. On the recommendation of the mfg I trimmed the collar but just few weeks later because my puppy rapid growth , I had to buy another collar ………. $20 with shipping, or buy 3 and get free shipping ($45 for 3). In my option Velcro would be easier to fit and adjust.
    The batteries charge with 110 AC from a compatible sourse, like the wall. The charging light is steady during the charge and go to ”flashing” when charging is complete. The duration of the charge depends on frequency of the unit use. The zap is very short and has an aural beep when zapped. As the battery drains the flashing green changed to flashing red. The manual suggests that a charge will last 72 hours if not used.

    I’m not happy with the unit. It seems they should of had an interview questionnaire to assist on making a purchase decision more informed, such as dog type, long or short hair,
    The instructions are not simple. There are 3 plateaus for shocks at 21 level. I’m not clear how to change the settings. I think I’m on level 1.3 now, but not sure. I found the instructions confusing.
    Not knowing where the zap setting is was poor planning. Why not an LED scale for rapid referral to set the zap?

    The collar was purchased for training AND for safety interventions. My puppy is curious and is distracted when he gets close to a road with a speed limit of 25 (not the 52 everyone speeds at). It’s important to me that the collar can be used to change his run direction away from a danger. This unit seems only to work 20% of the time for a correctional change.

    We were at a local farm store when an elderly man came out and my Puppy 70 lbs at the time, began to pull me flat footed on pavement toward this man. I’m 230 +gun & amo and he was pulling me. I was pressing the zap button with nothing happening. I was yelling for him to stop. Finally the man began to pull his pistol. When I was 30 I could draw and fire from the hip in .26/100 second striking center mass. I shoot competition. I’m 68 and have slowed down to .68/100s …….. the old man saw the business end of a 45 auto. He stopped. We talked. We understand that the puppy thought the guy was our neighbor. THE fact is the SPTDOG failed during a critical time.

    SUNDAY DEC 12 2021 I’m sitting here with a pulled hamstring leg muscle. I can barely walk. I was taking my 85 lb puppy out for potty time. He saw a kitten on the front porch and puppy bolted through the screen door with my hand holding the leash, and other hand on my sportdog 425X shock button. Putty had the forward momentum and pulled me (220 lbs) off of my feet and across the deck. Down the steps in a single foot touching the ground 5 ft drop to the ground …… pulling my hamstring. THE SPORT DOG FAILED ……. FAILED TO SHOCK AND THE DOG DRAGGED ME DOWN THE STEPS AND ACROSS THE DIRT……….
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Product Summary: SportDOG Brand FieldTrainer 425X Remote Training Collar, E Collar for Dogs - Waterproof Dog Trainer, Submersible Up to 25 Feet, Rechargeable Dog Training Collar with Remote Static, Vibrate, and Tone

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  • ADVENTURE READY: Unleash your dog's adventurous spirit with our shock collar for dogs, designed to ensure your control and your dog's safety even when they're exploring far-off areas. The SportDog Brand FieldTrainer 425X Remote Trainer, a dog shock collar with remote control, boasts an impressive 500-yard range and can support training up to 3 dogs with the same remote with purchase of additional collars (SDR-AXS).
  • CUSTOMIZED TRAINING: Experience no look operation and ease-of-use with our SportDog Brand training collar with remote, offering more levels of stimulation for customized training. This shock collar for large dogs allows you to adjust the intensity of the static stimulation to match your dog's sensitivity and response, ensuring a humane and effective training experience.
  • MULTIPLE MODES: Choose from a variety of training modes with our training collars for large dogs, including tone, vibrate, and static stimulation. The FieldTrainer 425X, one of the best e-collars for dog training, offers 21 levels of static stimulation in medium/high ranges, ensuring effective communication with your dog.
  • WEATHERPROOF: Train your dog in any weather with our e-collar, the FieldTrainer 425X, equipped with DryTek technology and waterproof up to 25 feet. This device, one of the best shock collars for dogs, is perfect for training sessions at the beach, lake, or during rainy days, adding durability and longevity to your training equipment.
  • RECHARGEABLE: Power your training sessions with the FieldTrainer 425X's rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, ensuring you'll never have to cut a training session short due to a dead battery. With a quick charge time of just 2 hours and lasting 50-70 hours per charge, this device gets you back to training in no time, and the included low battery indicator ensures consistent and uninterrupted training.
  • INCLUDES: Remote Transmitter, Receiver on 3/4" Collar Strap, Charging Adaptor, Standard Contact Points, Large Contact Points, Lanyard, Test Light Tool, Operating Guide & Basic Training Manual.

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Experience the convenience of a compact and lightweight shock collar for dogs with the SportDOG Brand FieldTrainer 425X Remote Trainer. This dog shock collar with remote control is specifically designed for in-the-field training or hunting with close working dogs, ensuring consistency and perfect timing for your sporting dog's development. Enjoy the freedom of a 500-yard range with this sport dog shock collar with remote, capable of supporting training up to 3 dogs with the same remote when additional collars (SDR-AXS) are purchased. This shock collar for large dogs proves beneficial for multi-dog households or professional trainers, allowing simultaneous training of multiple dogs. Benefit from the ease-of-use design of the FieldTrainer 425X, one of the best training collars for large dogs, offering no look operation. Fits dogs 8 pounds or larger with neck sizes 5" - 22" (small, medium, large, extra-large, giant). Adjust levels of stimulation for more customized e-collars for dog training without having to divert your attention from your dog. Train in any weather condition with the FieldTrainer 425X, a versatile e-collar, which is waterproof and submersible up to 25 feet using DryTek technology. This feature ensures the durability and longevity of the best shock collars for dogs, providing a reliable training tool regardless of the environment. Never worry about interrupted training sessions with the rechargeable lithium-ion battery of the FieldTrainer 425X. Charging in just 2 hours and lasting between 50-70 hours per charge, this feature minimizes downtime. The system also includes a low battery indicator, so you'll always know when it's time to recharge.

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