What Happens if My Dog Escapes?

At SpotOn, we believe transparency is key. Let’s dive into the concerns, essential features, and real-world data that demonstrate how a GPS-enabled virtual fence can help protect your furry friend.

Why Your Skepticism is Valid

If you’ve ever questioned whether a wireless dog fence could keep your dog safe in a real-world scenario, you’re not alone. Concerns like accuracy, equipment reliability, and your dog’s behavior are all valid. But did you know that SpotOn’s GPS-enabled system has been tested extensively to address these issues?

With a 99.28% success rate in containment and over 92% of dogs returning within five minutes of a boundary breach, the numbers prove it works. Let’s dive into why your concerns are not only justified, but essential to understanding what sets the best systems apart.

• Dogs With Strong Prey Drives May Ignore Warnings Some dogs have an instinctive urge to chase wildlife or passing vehicles, making it difficult to envision your dog respecting the boundary.
• Technology Accuracy Varies Wildly - While all wireless dog fence systems may seem similar on the surface, the quality of the technology can greatly impact its reliability and effectiveness. You’ll need to research the options and learn how to choose a GPS fence for your dog.
• Equipment Issues or Failures - In this same spirit, quality matters. Collars or GPS systems with low-cost components are more prone to malfunction than higher-quality systems.
• Training is Key - A wireless fence is only as effective as the training that accompanies it. An investment in a smart collar doesn’t end when you click the buy now button. It’s also an investment in time and care to follow the recommended training so your dog will understand the boundary and associate warning tones with corrective feedback. 
• Concerns About Discomfort - Many pet owners worry about the corrective feedback being inhumane. Today’s high-tech wireless dog fence feedback is much more advanced than the more simplistic shock collars of decades past. The key is to find a system with adjustable and humane settings that suit your dog’s temperament, like the SpotOn GPS Fence.
  
  

Essential Features to Look for in a Wireless Dog Fence

When evaluating wireless dog fences, it’s important to look for systems that offer comprehensive control and humane warnings. Here’s what you should prioritize:

1. Progressive Alerts and Tones

A quality system should issue multiple warning levels as your dog nears the virtual fence line. Progressive tones mean that static correction becomes a true last resort, and it will make it easier for your pup to learn how virtual fence boundaries work, especially in new places.

2. Customizable Warnings

Choose systems that let you adjust how your dog is notified at the boundary. Vibrations are an excellent alternative for those who want to avoid static correction entirely.

How SpotOn Handles Escape Attempts

SpotOn’s advanced GPS technology ensures that your dog receives clear and fair warnings, backed by real-time tracking and adjustable correction settings. Here’s how the system works:

1. 10 Feet From the Boundary: The collar issues an alert tone to signal the dog to stop. 
2. 5 Feet From the Boundary: A faster, more urgent tone is issued to warn the dog they are close to crossing. 
3. At the Boundary Line: Owners can customize this stage. Choose between: 
• Vibration feedback  
• Static correction (with 30 adjustable levels to find the perfect balance for your dog)
  
  
  
  
4. Crossing the Boundary: If the dog crosses, the chosen correction lasts for 10 seconds, ensuring they can’t "outrun" the feedback. 
5. Tracking Kicks In: SpotOn’s app provides real-time GPS tracking, so you can monitor your dog’s location and guide them back safely. 
6. Return to Safety: Once your dog returns, the feedback stops immediately, reinforcing the importance of staying within the boundary.
   

SpotOn’s system is designed to minimize stress for your dog while maximizing safety. SpotOn’s time-based correction after crossing the boundary prevents prolonged discomfort, unlike lesser systems that issue corrections continuously when the dog is out-of-bounds.

How Reliable is SpotOn at Preventing Escape Attempts?

It’s no secret that finding concrete information about virtual dog fence reliability can be tricky. Many systems on the market make vague claims without offering real data to back them up. At SpotOn, however, we strive to be different. We believe transparency is key, and we’re happy to share the results of our in-depth analysis of preventing escape attempts. Using data from a three-month observation period, SpotOn measured how effectively its GPS-based system contained dogs. The findings?

 SpotOn keeps dogs safely within their boundaries
99.28% of the time!

For the rare moments when dogs do cross the boundary and receive a correction—just 0.72% of all sessions—the system ensures they return quickly. More than 61% of dogs were back within 10 seconds, 81% within a minute, and over 92% within five minutes. These rapid return rates underscore the effectiveness of SpotOn’s design, giving you confidence in your dog’s safety. Escapes are rare with SpotOn. And when they do happen, they’re brief. SpotOn’s system works not only to prevent breaches but to ensure your dog is guided back quickly, making it the most reliable choice for dog owners who value safety.

SpotOn: The Best GPS Dog Fence to Prevent Escapes

SpotOn’s virtual fence system is a proven solution for unpredictable and active dogs who might otherwise test their boundaries. By offering progressive warnings, customizable feedback, and industry-leading GPS accuracy, SpotOn provides peace of mind for dog owners while ensuring the comfort and safety of their pets.

Ready to give your dog the freedom they crave while ensuring their safety? Explore SpotOn Fence today and experience the difference for yourself. 

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