Summary: It works great and the range is excellent. I lost one of the pins, out of warranty, but they sent me a replacement free of charge. I highly recommend it!
Tri-Tronics reenters the pet market this year with the Sport Junior. The Sport JR. combines the
smallest remote collar ever made by Tri-Tronics (it's the same mold as the Bark Limiter) with a
twist on the old Sport 50 transmitter.
The biggest thing I want to stress to our customers is that this is a "pet" only product. Many sites are
pushing this collar as something that is suitable for a close working hunting dogs or for duck hunters. This is not the case. While the range of this system is fine, the transmitter is NOT water proof. There is no way we can recommend that a duck hunter purchase a water resistant transmitter.
If you want the small receiver collar for your duck dog, check out the Basic Junior -- where we combine the Sport Basic transmitter with the Sport Jr. collar. This gives you a waterproof collar AND transmitter.
A couple of other issues to point out to our pet customers about the Sport Junior:
It's non expandable -- the Sport Junior is a one dog only system. You can NOT add additional dogs at any time.
Tri-Tronics decided to add a built in Tracer Light and remove Tone. While I am not a big fan of tone, it is an important feature to many of our pet customers.
The Sport Jr. comes with long contact points only. Short Contact Points must be purchased separately.
All that said, what's really cool about the Sport Jr. is that both the collar and the transmitter will work with any G2,
G2 EXP, or G3 system. This means you can add them to the system you already have if you want a smaller collar or transmitter. You can use the collar along with the larger G3 collars with another transmitter. Click here to read more about the Junior Collar.
Customer Reviews
Sport Junior G3 by Tri-Tronics---- 05-09-2010 Reviewed: August 30, 2011
By: Stan from NC
mixed - 75lbs.. Pet.
It works great and the range is excellent. I lost one of the pins, out of warranty, but they sent me a replacement free of charge. I highly recommend it!
5 1885
SPORT JR G3 Reviewed: September 5, 2011
By: JOHN BELL
4 dogs: AM STAFF TERRIER/ OLD ENGLISH/ JACK RUSSELL TERRIERS. Pet. Competition dog. Working dog.
Prior to purching the Sport Jr G3, a friend and I had been sharing a 12 yr old Tri Tronic training collar. Between the two of us, we have owned or trained Am Staff Terriers, Am Bulldogs, Pit Bulls, Jack Russell Terriers, Old English Bulldogs, Rottweilers, Dobeman Pinschers,and others.breeds. I have shown and completed a number of AKC Champions. All of these animals were trained using Tri Tronic's collars.
Yes, there are other trainig collars on the market, but they will not endure the daily training.
Tri Tronic is an excellent company and they stand behind their products. I have been using their collars since the early 1980's with no problems.
Remember,You buy cheap training collars- you get junk!
"Buy American!"
5 2571
Sport Junior G3 by Tri-Tronics---- 01-11-2011 Reviewed: August 31, 2011
By: BD of CA
11 dogs: Yellow Labrador. Pet. Hunting dog.
Works well for our year old lab. Labs often need just a bit of encouragment this meets that need.
5 1892
Sport Junior G3 05-30-2011 Reviewed: August 31, 2011
By: James Hopkins from GA
rottie. Pet. Hunting dog.
Even on a large breed such as this it has plenty of stimulation. A great buy for single dog use.
5 1893
sportt junior Reviewed: August 31, 2011
By: Laura Ybarra
4 dogs: std poodle. Competition dog.
Great. Fast shipping!!
5 1903
Sport Junior G3 by Tri-Tronics---- 01-08-2011 Reviewed: August 31, 2011
By: Mary Velting from OR
Pet. Competition dog.
I haven't found anything about this collar that I don't like.
I especially like the fact that it operates on batteries that I can change myself.
My dog tended to be a bit unreliable with recalls and the collar helped to sharpen her up.
5 1909
G3 Sport Junior Reviewed: August 31, 2011
By: Diana Churchill
mixed - 40 lbs.. Pet.
I had never used anything to train a dog before, but my new 2 yr. old pound buddy is VERY stubborn and even though he learned quickly, he felt that he would obey when he felt like it. There is nothing not to like about the G3 Sport Junior. It is very well made, and when used properly, it is an excellent, safe training tool. Now I can let him run all he wants, as he is a well trained, great dog. I highly recommend this company!
5 2190
Sport Junior G3 by Tri-Tronics Reviewed: August 31, 2011
By: SteveFl
2 dogs: Shelter Dogs (Lab Mostly). Pet. Working dog.
Good product overall. Replaceable batteries are a nice feature. Wish the collar had a 'tone only' which is all my dog needs. Other than that, compares well with more expensive collars. And my dogs are extremely active -- both in the woods and in the ponds...
4 2223
Sport Junior G3 by Tri-Tronics---- 01-29-2011 Reviewed: September 4, 2011
By: jackie lemons from NC
lab. Pet.
I was not happy with the range of the Sport Jr. I will not suggest this collar to anyone...
3 2558
Tri-tronics sport Junior Reviewed: September 1, 2011
By: Joni Primas
5 dogs: Collie. Competition dog.
I have had to replace the battery twice in the short period I have had it (less than a year)
2 2309
Tritronics Sport Junior Reviewed: September 5, 2011
By: Marc Goldberg
8 dogs: German Shepherds, Border Collies, Rat Terriers. Pet. Working dog.
Flashing light option is a waste of a button, plus it drains battery. Battery life in general is poor. Who wants to open a receiver to change batteries anyway?
I have several of these units and each of them feels different at the same settings...meaning they are not consistent. I have reported all of this to Tritronics who frankly, could seem to care less.
Compare the Sport Junior to the Dogtra iQ and the Tritronics comes in a very, very poor second.
The Tri-Tronics G3 Sport Junior is designed for pet owners. TriTronics has packaged the reliability and quality of their professional systems into a simple and affordable design that allows virtually anyone to effectively and easily train their companion pet or house dog.
The TriTronics Sport Junior G3 is a good choice for basic obedience training or working with a close dog off leash. The Sport Junior's waterproof collar receiver is about half the size of Tri-Tronics G3 EXP receivers. This makes it a good choice for small dogs. The built-in remote activated collar light is a great safety feature allowing you to see your dog in low light conditions. The Junior features 7 levels of continuous stimulation and 7 levels of momentary stimulation and has a 1/4 mile range. Fits up to a 25" neck.
Use the Junior with your existing Tri-Tronics system! The Tri Tronics Sport Junior G3 is designed so that both the transmitter and receiver can be married to any G2, G2 EXP or G3 Tri-Tronics system. The Junior transmitter and receiver collar are also available separately as accessories, which gives you the ability to train small dogs and continue to use your favorite G2 EXP or G3 Tri-Tronics transmitter, or add an inexpensive second transmitter to use with your existing G2, G2 EXP or G3 collar receiver.
The TriTronics Sport Jr G3 is backed by a 30-day money-back guarantee plus a two year manufacturer's warranty.
System Specifications:
Collar length: 27"
Collar length with receiver: 25.5"
Transmitter Dimensions: 6" x 2" x 1"
Receiver Dimensions: 1.75" x 2.25" x 1.25"
Transmitter Weight: 4.8 oz.
Receiver Weight with collar: 4 oz.
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Owner's Manual Download Tri-Tronics Sport Jr. G3 Owner's Manual, downloadable in .pdf format. Click here
to read the Tri-Tronics Sport Jr. G3 Owner's Manual.
TriTronics Sport Junior G3 Overview:
The Sport Junior is easy to use and is designed for the pet owner. The handheld transmitter sends signals to the collar on your dog. There are three buttons on the Sport Junior transmitter:
The "Stim - C" button activates continuous stimulation. Continuous means that the stimulation stays on as long as you press the button. Stimulation times out automatically after eight seconds.
The "Stim - M" button activates momentary stimulation. Momentary stimulation means that the dog will feel a very quick pulse. Press and release the button in a natural fashion.
The "Light" button turns the bright red flashing collar safety lights on and off. The collar lights are handy for seeing where your dog is in low light. Use it when you take your dog for a walk in the dark.
Fasten the collar high on your dog's neck with the receiver box underneath his chin and the lights facing forward. Tighten the collar securely in place, allowing only two fingers to slip under the strap. A loose collar won't give good contact and your dog won't feel the stimulation consistently. Be sure to pull the excess strap back through the D ring. The use of the plastic keeper is optional.
TriTronics Sport Junior G3 Transmitter (Remote)
Tactile Stimulation Dial has a pronounced "click" for no-look stim level adjustments.
User Replaceable Battery -- Uses a standard alkaline 9-volt battery (included).
Battery Life Indicator Light lets you know ahead of time when you need to replace the battery.
No Holster Required -- The Sport Junior transmitter is small enough to hang from the included lanyard.
Plastic Construction with integrated antenna.
The Sport Junior remote transmitter only weighs 4.8 ounces and measures 6" x 2" x 1" with antenna.
When used with a G3 / G2 "standard" collar receiver, the "Light" button can control a Tracer Light or Remote Beeper.
TriTronics Sport Junior G3 Collar
The Tri-Tronics Sport Junior G3 collar is smaller and lighter than the "standard" G3 receiver. It features a built-in, remote activated red flashing safety light. The Sport Junior uses a 3/4 inch collar strap.
Internal antenna system
Built-in remote activated flashing safety light
Waterproof Collar/Receiver
User replaceable 3-volt lithium battery (250 hour run time)
Built-in LED battery life indicator
Weight: 4 ounces with collar strap
Receiver Dimensions (without collar strap): 1.75" x 2.25" x 1.25"
Collar Dimensions: 3/4" wide, 27" collar strap fits up to 25" dog neck
Black strap included
NOTE: The Sport Junior collar has two contact points. The third "probe" is a non-stimulating stabilizer.
Tri-Tronics G3 Sport Junior water resistant transmitter
Long stimulation probes
Adjustable black collar strap with roller buckle and metal keeper which fits up to a 25" neck
Included user replaceable batteries in the collar + transmitter
Lanyard for the transmitter
Tri-Tronics Owner's Manual and Training DVD
Features of the TriTronics Sport Junior G3
One hand operation
1/4 mile range
Compact receiver fits dogs of all sizes
Remotely activated collar safety light
7 levels of stimulation for use with the most sensitive or stubborn dogs
Both continuous and momentary stimulation available for all training situations
Waterproof receiver
Water Resistant transmitter
Insulated stainless steel contact points for reliable performance
User replaceable batteries (included)
Battery life indicator light for Transmitter and Receiver
Transmitter lanyard
30 day money back guarantee
2 year manufacturer warranty
Made in USA
TriTronics Sport Junior G3 Batteries
Batteries are included
User replaceable
Transmitter: 9-volt Alkaline Battery -- 6-12 month life
Receiver Collar: 3-volt Lithium Battery -- 250 hour run time
Stimulation from the TriTronics Sport Junior G3
The G3 Sport Junior has multiple intensity levels, which allows you to choose the stimulation that is best for your dog.
Seven intensity levels can be quickly adjusted with the dial on the side of the transmitter. This means that you can instantly adjust intensity whenever distractions increase.
Teach basic obedience and enforce known commands with lower levels of stimulation.
Use higher levels to stop unwanted chasing or to overcome strong distractions.
7 levels of continuous stimulation and 7 levels of momentary stimulation.
TriTronics Sport Junior G3 Range
1/4 mile range, designed for basic obedience or close dogs off leash.
Maximum range is based on "line of sight." This means that to get the full range out of a system there should be nothing between the transmitter and the receiver and the terrain should be flat and open. This isn't going to happen in most places that we spend time with our dogs.
The range on all of the systems that we carry depends on training conditions, including weather, terrain, and the presence of cover.
