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Garmin Tri-Tronics PRO 550

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    Long Line and DVD Add-On Pro 550 TX and RX PRO 550 Transmitter PRO 550 Transmitter Side View PRO 550 Transmitter in Hand PRO 550 Transmitter Button Detail PRO 550 Transmitter Dial Detail PRO 550 Transmitter USB Port PRO 550 Lanyard Attachment Point Pro 550 Transmitter and Receiver Scaled PRO 550 Collar PRO 550 Probe Comparison Detail PRO 550 Bottom of Collar PRO 550 Beacon Lights PRO 550 Beacon Lights in Darkness PRO 550 Charging Contacts PRO 550 Transmitter and Collar on Charger PRO 550 Clip on Collar PRO 550 Clip on Charger PRO 550 Accessories PRO 550 Manual PRO 550 Box PRO Collar on a Beagle PRO Collar on a Beagle PRO Collar on a Hound PRO Collar on a Hound pro lanyard instructions







    The Garmin PRO 550 with Tri-Tronics technology gives the serious trainer one-handed control with a 1-mile range and easy access to 21 levels of momentary and continuous stimulation, plus non-stimulation vibration and tone options.

    ONE-HANDED, NO-LOOK OPERATION

    Quickly switch between stimulation levels with the tactile dial so you can keep your eyes on your dog.

    BEACON LIGHTS

    Remote controlled Beacon Lights help you locate your dog in low light.

    OPTIONAL: ACCESSORY BEEPER

    Plus, the PRO 550 handheld has the ability to remotely operate the accessory Upland Beeper (sold separately), turning the 550 into a versatile upland hunting unit.

    BUILT-IN BARK COLLAR

    The built-in BarkLimiter (activated on the receiver collar) helps keep your kennel a little quieter when you get back home.

    EXPAND TO 3-DOGS

    Expandable to 3 dogs (additional receiver collars available separately).




    Garmin PRO 550 Overview:

      The Garmin Pro 550 is an improved version of the Tri-Tronics PRO 500 G3, and is a direct descendent of the 500 Lite/LS/XLS Pro series collars which professional and serious amateur trainers have relied upon for years. This top of the line model is an extremely versatile remote training collar that is right for any breed of dog and any type of training -- from basic obedience to advanced field work.




    Gun Dog Supply Exclusive: One Hour BASIC OBEDIENCE Ecollar Training Video

      Garmin Tri-Tronics PRO 550 $40 Value -- You get this FOR A PENNY when you buy this ecollar.

      We are proud to announce that Professional Dog Trainer Robin MacFarlane is working with us! We just wrapped another video shoot, and are launching her latest DVD.

      PREVIEW: Watch a 10-minute Preview here...

      What's interesting about these videos is that Robin has never worked with these dogs before, and several younger dogs have never been trained on an ecollar.

      First, Robin walks you through the basic obedience commands showing what proper form looks like.

      Next, Robin shows how she introduces the ecollar to two of Steve's puppies, Jack & Tilly, and shows you how to find the right STIM level to communicate with your dog.

      She then turns that into a lesson for your dog to recognize that STIM means pay attention to your handler and expands that into a basic recall.

      Additional segments include teaching RECALL, PLACE, SIT, and HEEL.



      Exclusively available at Gun Dog Supply.



    Multi-dog Collars / Systems:



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    Garmin PRO 550 Transmitter (Remote)

      Garmin Tri-Tronics PRO 550BUTTONS / TOGGLES / DIALS
      • Two black buttons control 21 levels of continuous and momentary stimulation
      • Stimulation toggle lets you select continuous or momentary mode
      • "A" setting on stimulation toggle allows accessory and remote Beacon Light operation
      • Dog selector toggle allows expansion up to 3 dogs (with purchase of additional collars)
      • "V" setting on intensity dial activates non-stimulating Vibration feature
      • Front mounted tone / accessory button


      RANGE
      • 1 mile range


      TRANSMITTER BATTERIES
      • Quick charge Li-Ion batteries are user-replaceable and last 3-5 years with proper care
      • Approx. 60 hour battery life
      • LED battery charge indicator


      TRANSMITTER SPECS
      • Weight: 7.8 ounces
      • Transmitter dimensions: 8.2"H x 1.8"W x 2.1"D
      • Fully waterproof (IPX7 rating) -- it even floats!
      • Ergonomic and balanced 1-handed design
      • Rubberized sure-grip, no-slip area for your hand on the back
      • Fixed internal antenna
      • Virtually indestructible Lexan construction
      • Lanyard connection slot




    Garmin PRO 550 Collar

      Garmin Tri-Tronics PRO 550
    • Remote controlled, built-in Beacon Lights
    • Built-in Bark Limiter activated at the collar
    • 3/4" black collar strap with metal keeper fits up to a 24" neck
    • Approx. 60 hour battery life
    • No external antenna
    • Plastic Lexan molded case built to withstand all kinds of training and hunting conditions
    • Waterproof collar/receiver to 1 ATM (10 meters -- perfect for retriever training)
    • No exposed charging ports to gather debris, no covers to remove for charging
    • Quick charge Li-Ion batteries are user-replaceable and last 3-5 years with proper care
    • Built-in LED is a battery charge indicator and test light
    • On/Off switch activated at the collar
    • Weight: 3.5 ounces
    • Receiver dimensions: 1.7"H x 3.1"W x 1.7"D
    • Collar strap dimensions: 3/4" x 27"




    Garmin PRO 550 Comes With

    • Handheld waterproof transmitter
    • Waterproof dog device receiver collar with black 3/4" adjustable strap
    • Collar receiver charging clip
    • Split adapter cable
    • AC adapter
    • Set of long contact points
    • Set of short contact points
    • Contact point wrench
    • Owner's manual
    • Optional Robin MacFarlane's Basic Obedience Ecollar Training DVD
    • Optional Long Line / Checkcord (color may vary)




    Features of the Garmin PRO 550

    • Two black buttons control 21 levels of continuous and 21 levels of momentary stimulation instantly selectable at the transmitter
    • Non-stimulating tone and vibration features
    • Dog selector toggle allows expansion up to 3 dogs (with purchase of additional collars)
    • Waterproof transmitter (IPX7) and dog device (1 ATM)
    • Transmitter floats
    • One mile range
    • Interchangeable contact points for dogs with long or short coats
    • Insulated contact points ensure consistent and reliable stimulation in the water
    • No external collar antenna
    • Remotely controlled Beacon Lights built into the receiver collar
    • Built-in Bark Limiter activated at the collar
    • Rechargeable lithium-ion batteries in the handheld with approx. 60 hour run time
    • Rechargeable lithium-ion batteries in the dog device with approx. 60 hour run time
    • 3/4" collar strap with metal keeper fits up to a 24" neck
    • One year manufacturer warranty



    Garmin PRO 550 Batteries

    • The PRO 550 has lithium-ion batteries with two hour rapid charge
    • Batteries are user-replaceable in both the transmitter and dog device collar
    • Includes USB Splitter Cable that lets you charge both collar and handheld at the same time
    • Dog device features a compact charging cradle for no exposed charging jacks




    Stimulation from the Garmin PRO 550

      Choose the stimulation that is best for your dog

    • Intensity levels can be quickly adjusted, meaning you can instantly adjust intensity whenever distractions increase
    • 21 intensity levels of STIM (1-7, low/medium/high)
    • Non-stimulating tone and vibration functions

      BOTH STIM TYPES
    • Change STIM type with the toggle
    • Continuous stimulation allows you to control the length of the correction based on how long you hold the button down
    • Momentary stimulation delivers a quick preset duration of stimulation (less than 1 second) for enforcing commands your dog already knows and for correcting behavior

      TRAINING WITH STIM
      • Tactile dial with clicks between levels allows you to raise and lower the stimulation level by feel without ever having to take your eyes off your dog
      • Teach yardwork/obedience and enforce known commands with lower levels of stimulation
      • Use higher levels to stop unwanted chasing or to overcome strong distractions


      CONTACT POINTS
    • Insulated contact points ensure consistent and reliable stimulation in the water
    • Includes interchangeable contact points for long or short-coated dogs



    Garmin PRO 550 Range

      Collar range is up to 1 mile which is ample for most dog training or hunting situations.

      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 will vary depending on training conditions, including weather, terrain, and the presence of cover.

      Remember, too much range will never hurt, but too little could be a problem.











    Garmin PRO 550

    Gun Dog Supply EXCLUSIVE

    One hour of BASIC OBEDIENCE training
    from Pro Trainer Robin MacFarlane.



    The Pro 550 is a training collar only. If you are looking for a similar training system that also has GPS tracking, check out the Garmin Pro 550 PLUS.

    "Take the best collar we sell, the Pro 500, add built-in beacon lights and a bark collar, then add 3 more STIM levels to the top end, add vibration, and then knock $110 off the price. That's the new Pro 550."

    The PRO 550 is the perfect training collar for folks looking for a system that has it all.

    Like the other two Pro Series collars, it has built in BEACON LIGHTS and a BARK LIMITER.

    Both Kinds of STIM:

    Gone are the days of having to pick between more momentary or more continuous. The PRO 550 has it all and at a substantially lower retail price.

    Tone and Vibration:

    The Garmin PRO 550 is the first Tri-Tronics tube unit to include vibration selectable from the transmitter with the V on the dial.

    More STIM levels:

    The PRO 550 is a 21 level training collar. The smooth transition between stimulation levels allows you to gradually increase stimulation and find the exact level that your dog needs. The three new levels at the top make sure you have enough top-end to train even the highest-intensity dogs.

    The PRO 550 replaces the Field 90, Flyway Special, Pro 100, Pro 200, Pro 500 and the Upland Special.







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    Customer Reviews

     
    Review Summary
    4.8
    242 Reviews
    5
    84% (204)
    4
    12% (28)
    3
    4% (9)
    2
    0% (1)
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    99% Recommend this product (239 of 242 responses)
    Expert Review
    Paul Graham
    Sales / Product Specialist Supervisor
    Mathiston, MS
    Great For Retriever Training
    July 31, 2020
    I've been using the Pro 550 since it came out and have very pleased with it. It's a great system for retriever training, Easy to use and very dependable. Includes nice features such as the Bark Limiter option and Beacon Lights
    Pros
    • Ease of use and 21 levels of continuous and momentary stimulation, vibration, and tone.
    By Allie
    Duluth Minnesota
    Great Quality product
    March 24, 2023
    After adding a second dog I wanted a quality product that I could trust. Previously I had a different brand e-collar/trainer and it lost the lower stims. We also found that it was malfunctioning and giving stims randomly.

    After lots of research Garmin was my decision. I chose this particular model based on budget, versatility, reviews, range and quality. This model is easy to adapt to, has different level settings for the dogs. I like the fact you can use tone, vibration, and different stim levels.
    Pros
    • Different stim level settings for the dogs
    • Tone, vibration and stim options
    • Light on color to easily locate dog at low or no light
    • 1-3 dogs can be added
    • Color coded for ease of use
    • Built in bark limiter(really nice I did not have to buy additional collars)
    • Lightweight and easy to use on smaller size dogs
    Cons
    • You cannot call back all collars at once. You can only call back one at a time.
    By Cody M.
    Jackson Ga
    Training collar
    March 1, 2023
    Ordered this collar for training and it is awesome works well with everything I have thrown at it plus the bark collar feature really helps keep the kennel quiet
    Pros
    • Works well in water has awesome distance when training for field trials
    By D C.
    South Carolina
    Great E-Collar
    December 23, 2022
    Great collar! Collars are nice and work as should. Handheld Reciever is well built, but not too heavy. Only issues I have is, I wish the beeper button could be used for vibrate instead of beeper. I train retrievers and do not use the beeper at all. I also keep bumping the toggle and changing the selected dog. I wish you could lock the dog in use so this wouldn't happen. Overall great product! GDS is second to none great company! Great people!! And customer service second to none!!!
    Pros
    • Works great.
    • Nicely built.
    • Not too heavy.
    • Comfortable in hand.
    • Buttons nicely configured.
    Cons
    • Wish the beeper button could be used as vibrate. Would like to be able to lock the dog selector switch.
    By Christopher
    Watertown NY
    Overall great product but could use a few tweaks
    December 2, 2022
    So far very happy and overall easy to use. Product registration on garmin express was difficult to do but since this isn’t a GPS device it is not necessary. The only major gripe I have is the small metal toggle switches. I live in a cold climate and have to wear heavy gloves while using this controller. The placement and design of the toggles get caught on my gloves and moved to different settings. This seems like a minor thing but it does have an impact upon cold weather use. This does not prevent me from using this and I would purchase again.
    By Steve
    Scottsdale, AZ
    Perfect Training Tool
    August 17, 2022
    This is our second collar. We wore the old one out with two hunting dogs. We now have a Spinone Italiano hunting dog and we are using the new Garmin 550.
    Pros
    • Easy to use and the "beep" capability eventually becomes the signal. No shocking necessary. OK, sometimes.
    Cons
    • Hmm. None
    By Hendrick E.
    Monticello, Arkansas
    Service
    June 14, 2022
    Thank you for the prompt delivery -I will do all of my business with you.
    Ed Hendrick
    By Thomas
    Beach City, tx
    So far so good
    February 2, 2022
    Haven’t had this system for long but so far I like it for training. I don’t use it when I’m guiding hunts because the controller is too big. I use the Pro Sport for that. I have trained several dogs with the pro sport but this one seems to have much more and better stimulation. Again I haven’t had it very long so don’t know how it will hold up for the long term but if it’s anything like the Pro Sport then it will be good for years.
    Pros
    • Many levels of stimulation
    Cons
    • Controller is too big to use while hunting, for me
    By Eric S.
    Oakdale, MN
    Great training collar
    February 2, 2022
    I love the Garmin Pro 550. All the options I need. I like that I can simply use the audible beep to get my dog’s attention without shocking or buzzing him. I don’t use the bark limiter feature. Tried it once and it ramped up too fast and gave my dog way too much stimulation and scared him more than made him stop barking. I only replaced my last 550 because we lost the handheld. Now I have two collars which I can use simultaneously with a single handset. I also love the running light
    Pros
    • Audible beep option
    • Running light
    Cons
    • Hard to find in stock
    By Todd O.
    Buffalo Minnesota
    Garmin Pro 550
    February 2, 2022
    Very nice unit. Easy to use. Battery life is very good.
    Pros
    • Battery life
    • User friendly
    Cons
    • 3/4? collar, you have to have it pretty tight.
    • Switches are hard to flip with gloves on.
    By Robert
    Kalamazoo, Michigan
    Pro 550
    November 14, 2020
    Replaced and older Tri tropics unit love the unit and the light feature is great let the dogs out in the dark and you know where they are
    By Joe
    Midlothian, Va
    Garmin Tri-Tronics Pro 550 Review
    October 1, 2020
    It is a pleasure to write a review for Gun Dog Supply. I have bought several items from Gun Dog Supply. I have found their company and personnel very helpful when I have called them to help make a purchasing decision or to change a purchase.

    I have had several tri-tronic collars over the years. We got our new pup Kota, back in March. He was a planned purchase not a Covid dog to replace another Labrador that had passed earlier in the year. Years ago, I was an avid waterfowl hunter and had always relied on Tri-Tronics. For me and my family a finished dog in the house is a trained dog. My old Tri-Tronic collar unit had a closed battery which is no longer replaceable. I talked to a friend who runs trials and hunt tests and he suggested I talk with Gun Dog and to look at the 550. So far we have not been disappointed. Kota had come to the point of challenging me and the family, by looking at us when given a command. So a collar was the next step in training. Funny how a dog responds with a sound or a nudge. We have had the collar for several weeks and train everyday in the house and outside for a well mannered dog and for hunting. With the new pup, and now a new e collar I have a renewed interest in training for trials and waterfowl hunting.
    Pros
    • Very easy to use and dial in to the correct baseline.
    • Long battery life.
    • Ability to control the dog while he is off leash in the yard.
    • The video is pretty comprehensive for basic e collar training.
    • Ability to train for correction at a distance.
    Cons
    • It is a more expensive unit, however you may not need the distance of this unit.
    By Harold
    Rock springs Wy
    Gun dog supply/garmin pro 550
    February 13, 2024
    Gun dog supply is a great company. Very fast shipping have done business with snells for a long time .
    The garmin 550 pro is a very good remote trainer for hunting .
    Pros
    • Everything about it is a pro
    Cons
    • None
    By CowboyJo
    Cody, WY
    Great Three-Dog System
    April 30, 2023
    While not a hunter nor field training our three large doodles, we've used e-collars to help keep track of everyone on our property.

    This is a meaningful upgrade vs. an older Delta Sport and is working well with our pack.
    Pros
    • Three dogs
    • Simple controller
    • The tone gets our dogs attention
    • Collar light
    • Controller long battery life.
    Cons
    • Collar units a a bit bigger vs. our previous Garmin, but feature-packed.
    By Sam
    Tallahassee Fl
    Garmin collar
    March 1, 2023
    Have tried several different collars I found the Garman the most reliable
    Pros
    • Easy to use
    Cons
    • It transmitter needs a smaller one if possible
    By Adam
    Georgia
    Pro 550
    January 19, 2023
    Product works great and was easy to set up. Adjustability of shock level, sound for audible “beep”, and lights for nite time use are all effective.
    Pros
    • Simple to use
    • Easy to adjust
    By Steve
    Washington state
    Good unit, but...
    December 17, 2022
    The controller is fine, with lots of options for sending a message to the dog. But if I had to buy another unit, I would shop for one that has a wider collar, like the old Tri-Tronics. The new collar is 1/2 inch wide, whereas the old one was 3/4. The problem I am having is I have a hard charging dog and when she races to the bumper or bird she dips her head to pick up the bumper and sometimes the collar twists around. I have cinched it up tightly, but you can't choke the dog. Never had any problems with the 3/4 inch collar. Can't give it a higher rating because of the collar strap.
    Cons
    • collar strap is too narrow at 1/2 inch.
    By Kathy
    Central Wisconsin
    Best training collar
    November 28, 2022
    This E collar is the best I have tried. My dog trainer recommends it for all the clinics. It has been both easy to use and very effective. There are many levels to choose from as well as the beep and the vibrate. The quality is far better than others!
    Pros
    • Ease of use, quality
    Cons
    • With smaller hands, i cannot use all the controls with one hand but that is not a major concern.
    By Doc
    Rural northwest Kansas
    Excellent training tool
    November 22, 2022
    Really like this set-up for training our 6mo-old female Draaht. I know the "expert opinions" are mixed on using an e-collar for a dog her age, but she is a very smart and driven pup... and a family, indoor dog first day-in-day-out. With a 2yo toddler, having a good household canine "citizen" is a must. Tried to avoid a collar as long as possible with Tippet, but wish I would've listened to my inner-voice and got this on her sooner. Have used an older sportdog trainer on our 12yo wirehair for years, but the transmitter finally gave up the ghost this year. Had already made the investment into a tt15x / 200i system earlier this summer for hunting/camping with the two dogs (because anyone who's ever had a beloved family member and hunter wander off for a few hours knows how gut-wrenching it is), but using a tt15x in the house is OVERKILL. The 550 pro is perfect for daily use. Charge lasts a long time, light led function is surprisingly useful for morning/evening exercise as the days have gotten shorter, and the ergonomics of the remote are simple and highly functional - particularly for a two dog set-up . The bark-limiter functionality has also cut down on excessive crate-bark tremendously. I actually like the layout of the 550 pro so much that I'm considering phasing out the alpha 200i and picking up a 550 plus for primary use in the field with the tt15x.
    I would NEVER got back to my old sportdog now.
    Oh, and for what it's worth, the pup's house manners have improved tremendously. Saved a lot of spousal tension and my sanity.
    By Michael
    kansas
    ALL THE FEATURES I WAS INTERESTED IN
    October 6, 2022
    Please use the training video that accompanies this product - you will be doing your puppy / companion a great service. this product has all the features i was looking for in an ecollar, the decision maker for me was the auto bark feature. the ability to have that reinforcement for the puppy while i am away or at work has made a great difference. my puppy has responded positively because i was able to correct my training behavior through the video training guide, a very useful product.
    By Cindy E.
    Mississippi
    Garmin Pro 550
    September 13, 2022
    Love it, easy set-up and easy to understand the use. Love the holster
    By MBJ
    Excelsior, MN
    The Best Could Use Some Improvement
    July 5, 2022
    Garmin got this one mostly right. They missed the mark on a few things, but for me, this is the best solution available. The things that should be changed, in order of priority.

    1. The collar selection toggle needs to be a different switch type. It is currently exactly the same switch as the mode selector. EASILY confused.
    2. Correction level increments are much too great from 2(barely perceivable) to 4(too hot to hold on to).
    3. The charging port on the transmitter, with the rubber cover, needs to be redesigned. The charging connectors for the collars is excellent. Why not use the same style? The charging cable daisy-chain is a poor excuse for a proper system. Obviously done to control costs.
    4. The antenna needs to be replaceable.
    5. The Bark Limiter progressive correction algorithm needs to be the same as in the Sport Pro.
    I had to replace my Tri-Tronics Pro-100 2 dog system after 22 years because the Transmitter stopped working. It was a much higher quality unit(for its time)
    6. The tone button's rubber boot is cheesy and I feel will fail in short order.

    This unit, like most other things designed today, has a much shorter expected service life than its pre-Garmin Tri-Tronics predecessor. They got most of it right and still the best unit available for the money.
    Pros
    • Long battery life
    • Light-weight transmitter and collars
    • Long range
    • 2 button system for instant access to 3 stimulation levels.
    • Reasonable price for the features
    Cons
    • 6 listed in the review and comments.
    By Sean R.
    Montana
    Garmin PRO 550 2-dog Combo
    June 15, 2022
    Excellent Product and the free video is extremely helpful for training too!
    Pros
    • Great product, affordable, easy to use, has many options and has a more extended range than most e-collars.
    Cons
    • The beep tone is a lower pitch and only a single beep instead of a higher pitch and two beeps like our old Tri Tronics G-2 Sport model we had with our last two French Brittany's.
    By Jonathan
    Milwaukee WI
    Control the uncontrollable!
    May 17, 2022
    I’ll start by saying that we don’t have hunting dogs, however we have a pair of high strung Dalmatians! We also have a yard full of rabbits. The dogs go nuts every time they eye up a rabbit and the collar helps us make corrections in an instant and from a distance. So fat ese have only needed to use the tone and buzz for 90% of corrections and handful of electric corrections.

    A note about Gun Dog Supply: I was impressed with the original order but what blew my socks off was when we needed a replacement part. One of the chargers stopped working for whatever reason one week after we got it. Without question we were sent a new charger and we are back in business. That’s level of service is so rare these days! So refreshing!

    Even if you don’t buy this exact collar, be sure to buy here. If you’re on the fence about what to buy, give them a call and someone will help you with a selection!
    By Steve
    Texas
    great product I own 3
    April 23, 2022
    I recommend this System because of the versatility , when traveling for Field trials i usually feed and air early AM and use the light option, the finger tip controls and levels are great. If you have working dogs and need a long range , good in the water training system.....look at this one!

    Pros
    • Versatile
    Cons
    • none that i know of
    By Greg
    Tennessee
    Garmin Tri-Tronics PRO 550 E Collar
    April 8, 2022
    For me its the best training collar hands down because you can immediately change the intensity from the transmitter without needing to look down, move your hand, and turn a dial. Instead you just use the two buttons at your finger tips.

    I also like the bark collar mode and the light you can turn in the collar. I live on 20 acres in the country and with the light on you can easily see where your dog is in the dark.
    Pros
    • Reliability and ease of use. i've used this unit for years trouble free and just bought a new unit for my son who is now training his own dog.
    Cons
    • none
    By Tim
    Ohio
    AWESOME SERVICE FROM GUN DOG SUPPLY AND AWESOME PRODUCT FROM GARMIN
    March 22, 2022
    My GARMIN Pro 550 arrived very quickly and it is an AWESOME training collar. I will definitely order from Gun Dog Supply again. Great service.
    By Duff
    Birmingham Alabama
    Amateur trainer using Pro 550
    March 11, 2022
    Very effective training collar. I rarely need to go above 3 to get focus.
    Pros
    • Plenty of power and battery life.
    • Buttons are easy to use.
    Cons
    • The audible volume is for dog only, I was hoping it would be loud enough to locate dog in heavy cover.
    • The power/vibrate controls are not convenient for switching during training.
    By Susan
    ND
    Perfect
    February 3, 2022
    For training the dog, the 550 pro is perfect. It is direct, and easy to go up and down on the stim dial as needed. No need to wait for a gps signal, we love the bark limiter option, and when out hunting, this model accepts a beeper.
    Pros
    • Very user friendly
    Cons
    • None
    By Pup m.
    Ohio
    Helps our boys listen
    February 2, 2022
    We have used these collars on all our pups. The beep reminds them of what they are supposed to be doing Very good product. It is really nice because you can beep and not punish the behavior unless more re-enforcement is needed . Charges quick and batteries lasts a could days.
    Pros
    • Can use on low shock or vibrate
    • Works on up to three dogs
    • Light on collar helps to see where the dogs are in the dark

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