SpotOn has been independently proven to be the most accurate GPS smart fence.

SpotOn is accurate to three feet under open sky and ten feet under heavy tree cover or near buildings. As a point of comparison GPS-enabled smartphones are typically accurate only to within 16 feet under open sky and greater than 16 feet near buildings, bridges, and under trees.  

The accuracy of all GPS systems depends upon several factors including the quality of the GPS receiver and antenna, the number of satellites detected, and how much of the sky is in clear view from the ground. GPS satellites are continuously moving across the sky, above and below the horizon. The more satellites a GPS system can detect the greater the accuracy. GPS systems are more accurate in a large flat open field where there is a clear view of the sky.  Areas with large objects like buildings, hills, and heavy tree cover can reflect GPS signals, reducing accuracy.

SpotOn has access to a network of 128 satellites across four satellite navigation constellations including GPS (US), Galileo (European Union), Glonass (Russia), and BeiDou (China) and can simultaneously receive and track signals from up to 30 satellites at one time. SpotOn uses a dual feed antenna that is designed to detect and ignore reflected signals. SpotOn includes Forest Mode which improves accuracy in areas with heavy tree cover. Click here for more information on the tech that powers SpotOn.

Orders will be shipped within 1-3 business days after an order is placed, via USPS Ground Shipping.

The average shipping time for US-based customers with free shipping is 2-5 business days but can take longer due to heavy shipping volume during the Holiday season. We offer faster shipping for a fee at checkout.

Please note that many shipping providers delay their updates to your tracking information during periods of high volume. If your tracking information has not been updated, it is most likely still on its way to you and will be updated soon.

If it has been more than 10 days and your package still has not arrived, a claim can be filed with USPS 15 days after the order has shipped. Please file a claim at USPS.com with your tracking information or reach out to us at support@spotonfence.com.

For Canadian customers, taxes, shipping, customs, and duties are calculated at checkout and will be reflected in the total. You will not be responsible for any additional costs when it is delivered.

Once the dog is trained, SpotOn, has a near-perfect success rate, with dogs staying within their boundaries 99.3% of the time they spend outdoors.

We know even the most well-trained dogs can have a moment of weakness. For the less than 1% of the sessions that result in escapes, 81% of dogs return to their fences within one minute, and 92.1% of dogs return back to their fence within five minutes.

Since the entire SpotOn system is self-contained in the collar, each dog requires their own collar and their own (optional) cellular subscription. You can share fences between collars and manage multiple collars through the App.

We offer an automatic discount per collar for multi-collar purchases: $100 off per collar, as of August 2024. Offer subject to change. Cannot be combined with any other offers or sitewide sales (deepest discount will apply).

SpotOn comes in three sizes to fit most dogs fifteen pounds or more and with neck sizes between 10” and 26”. It’s important to measure your dog’s neck size prior to ordering. How to measure.

Measure your dog’s neck just above where his regular collar sits. Make sure you can fit one or two fingers between the measuring tape and your dog’s neck.

You’ll know you have ordered the right size, when the SpotOn dog collar fits snuggly and the antenna sits on the back of your dog’s neck. This ensures the best possible GPS connectionーthe more sky the antenna sees, the more satellites it can connect to, the more precise your boundary lines will be! 

If your dog is a puppy, we recommend waiting to purchase until she’s about six months old (or when you have a good idea of her adult size).

Yes!

Unlike your phone, SpotOn Fence can access GPS without a cellular connection. GPS is available anywhere you can see the sky, and it’s free. Just like your old Garmin® navigation system for your car!

SpotOn uses GPS to create, manage and activate fences or contain your dog. Thousands of customers use SpotOn off-grid, in remote areas with no cellular service.

With an optional cellular subscription, you can unlock some additional features. Cellular enables the SpotOn Fence to communicate with your phone over long distances. With cellular, you can:

• See your dog's location at any time, which is useful if your fence is large.
• Receive notifications if your collar battery is low or your dog escapes.
• Track your dog if he escapes.
  

You purchase a cellular subscription for your SpotOn Fence through us. It is not part of your phone bill. We offer several flexible plans and you can cancel anytime.

SpotOn’s team of experts pioneered GPS dog fencing, introducing the first-ever GPS dog fence on the market! We aim to put the best science and components into our collars, giving you unmatched performance without compromise. In addition, we are the only GPS system with Home Zones, Keep Out Zones, and Forest Mode. Visit How It Works for more details.

SpotOn is the only GPS fence to feature a dual-feed active antenna. This more-powerful antenna features a reception area 4x larger than competitors' antennas which ensures stronger signals and filters out interference for superior accuracy—even in challenging environments like dense woods.

In addition, only SpotOn offers:

🌐 Unlimited fences without a subscription

📍 True Location™ GPS technology

🌲 Forest Mode, which enhances accuracy in tee cover and remote areas

🔋 Extended battery life mode - enabling 35+ hours of runtime

⭐ A 5-star guarantee & 90-day return policy

♾️ Infinite boundary customizations

🏕️ Off-grid mode

🇺🇸 American craftsmanship

If you’re new to virtual dog fence technology, we encourage you to explore our GPS Dog Fence Buying Guide, which will give you a comprehensive overview of what you should look for in a secure GPS dog fence and, more importantly, why.

For more specific GPS dog fence comparisons, view how SpotOn compares vs. Halo Collar, Invisible Fence® (in-ground fences),  Invisible Fence® GPS Collar, and PetSafe Wireless Fence.

To give your dog enough space to roam without frequent feedback, we recommend you have ½ acre or more. The fence should be at least 80 feet wide at its narrowest point. Because your dog will hear tones 10 feet inside the boundary, if your fence is too narrow at any point, your dog will not be able to move freely without constantly hearing tones. 

Additionally, when planning your fence, account for GPS drift ーtypically between 3 to 10 feet near tall structures or heavy forest. It is important to include a 15-foot buffer zone between the boundary and any unsafe area, like a major roadway.

Unsure SpotOn is a good fit for your yard? We’ll review your property and recommend optimal fence placement. Reach us at support@spotonfence.com. We’re happy to help.

Yes. SpotOn's dog collar is waterproof to IP67 standards. It is designed for year-round use in any weather from -30 degrees F to greater than 120 degrees F. Your dog can swim and play in the rain or snow while wearing it.

If you use SpotOn with a tracking subscription, you'll get 25+ hours of runtime or 35+ hours if you activate Extended Battery Life Mode. Click here to learn how you can maximize your battery life.

If you opt-out of a subscription, the rechargeable battery provides 40+ hours of runtime.

Absolutely! Since SpotOn is connected to four global satellite networks, it will work in Canada just as well as it does in the United States. 

If you opt-in to the tracking subscription, SpotOn will communicate with your phone regardless of which carrier you use. It works with Bell, Telus, Rogers, Freedom, and more.

All taxes, shipping, and duties are required. They are calculated at checkout so you won’t be responsible for any additional costs when it is delivered.