Replacement Transmitter Model: SD-1825

I have had this system for my German-short haired point and a rescue dog that we have over two years. We tried electronic fences, leashes wireless fences. Nothing works as well as this system they can run on our three acre lot and used along with voice command you have total control. I hardly ever use the electronic correction a simple beeb from the collar, once they get it, and they are right back where you want them.

I am a little disappointed that the controller only lasted a couple of years, but it does take some serious abuse and is worth every penny for the results.

I will say that ordering the controller is a little confusing because they do have so many models, so keep your model number where you can find it. Don't worry if you lose your owners manual though, they have down loads available on line.

all and all a great trianing aid

In March this year we adopted a 3 year old German Shorthaired Pointer (GSP) from the local humane society. The dog had been a stray, so we didn't know anything of his background. He also had heartworm, and so had to be on restricted exercise for a few months while he received treatment for that. Having a high energy dog on restricted exercise is somewhat of a nightmare combination. He basically needed 2 hours of on-leash walking a day to get enough exercise for him to settle down. He's a wonderful dog when he has enough exercise, but can be a handful when he has too much energy. We called him the 50lb tow, as he pulled us up and down hills from start to finish. We tried different collars and harnesses, and while the easy walker harness did work, it also rubbed his skin raw over the course of a walk. Because he wasn't allowed to get out of breath, we had to take a hard line with the leash pulling. So, for 2 hours every day we were constantly fighting the dog, trying to maintain our calm and assertive exterior... which was difficult given that we live in an area full of deer, turkeys, squirrels and all manner of other things that GSPs just love to chase and get excited about.

During this period we also got an e-fence for our yard. We have a couple of acres around the house for him to explore, and he responded very well to the training for this system (which gives a tone warning one yard out, and then an adjustable shock if they cross the boundary). To this date, he has only crossed the boundary once, and that was the first day of training. Since then, he has been 100% perfect with not leaving his area. He will chase deer to the boundary line, and then pull up. The same with squirrels. Even the rabbits have now learned to stay the other side of the invisible fence (which causes the dog great distress).

Also, during this period, it became clear that I couldn't keep walking him for 2 hours before work every morning. Also, I found it difficult to keep calm after an hour or more of constant corrections and time outs. It became obvious that we need to at least try letting him run off the leash. But, while we knew that he was generally a good dog, it is quite difficult to get his attention when he's in mid flight. We worked hard in training and he would come when called about 60% of the time.

I was somewhat reluctant to try the collar out. I wasn't overly comfortable with the idea of giving a shock to my dog, and all the negative images that conjures up. However, given the success with the e-fence I decided that it was worth a shot. Also, we found this particular model on sale for much less than it's listed here, and it has a vibrate function.

I have to say, that since getting this handset our walks were transformed. He is off the leash now whenever he can be. To date we haven't had any issues at all. He love his walks, he has no hesitation in accepting the collar and both he and I seem to be enjoying the walks much more. After a few months the transmitter literally stays in my back pocket. 90% of the time he stays within my comfort range, if he goes too far then a quick call will bring him back almost all of the time. The only time I use the zapper now is for the infrequent times when he is being a little willful, or when he sees something that he just can't resist but a quick buzz with the vibrate, or a low level shock (level 3 of 26) will break that focus and get his attention back to you. I cannot recommend this product more highly... it has changed our life.

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