Dog Guard® vs. Invisible Fence® vs. Halo® Collar

Choosing the right electronic pet containment system can be challenging with so many different companies offering similar products. But, all companies and products are not the same. We believe Dog Guard® consistently provides not only the most reasonably priced, high-quality electronic pet-containment system, but also industry leading customer service and support from local Pros. This page compares three of the top-rated systems to make it easier for you to decide the one that is right for you and your dog.

Dog Guard®
FreedomPro™
Halo® Collar
Halo® Collar 4
Invisible Fence® Brand
Boundary Plus Smart® System, Boundary Plus® Wired System, Invisible Fence® GPS Collar
Exclusively Locally-Owned Professional Training & Installation
No
Online only
Warning
Some corporately owned locations
Accurate Boundaries
No
Boundaries inaccurate up to 15 feet
Warning
Accuracy varies by system
30-Day Battery Life
No
Requires daily charging
Warning
Battery life varies by system
No Monthly Fee
No
Monthly subscription required
Warning
Required for some products
Works for Small Yards & Tight Spaces
No
Requires 20-foot buffer on each side
Assembled in the U.S.A.
No
Made in China
No
Various foreign countries
15 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty
No
One-year limited warranty
Warning
GPS collar has a one-year limited warranty
Ultrasonic Alerts
Ultrasonic sounds that gently alert your dog.
No
No
Gradual Correction
Provides dozens of possible intra-zone correction levels. Gentle for most dogs, but tough when necessary.
Warning
Set correction levels only
Warning
Set correction levels only
Industry Leading Correction Power for Stubborn Dogs
If needed.
No
No
Works with Small Dogs
No

Revision Date: 5/30/25

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The terms “invisible”, “invisible fence” and “invisible fencing” are registered and considered trademarks by Invisible Fence, Inc.  Electronic pet fences with a buried wire are often referred to as “invisible fences”, but Dog Guard® should not be confused with the Invisible Fence, Inc.  Dog Guard® is not affiliated in any way with the Invisible Fence, Inc.  Dog Guard® and Out of Sight Fencing® are registered trademarks of Sunward Electronics, Inc.
Boundary Plus® and Boundary Plus Smart® are trademarks of the Invisible Fence, Inc.  The terms “invisible”, “invisible fence” and “invisible fencing” are registered and considered trademarks by the Invisible Fence, Inc.  Electronic pet fences with a buried wire are often referred to as “invisible fences”, but Dog Guard® should not be confused with the Invisible Fence, Inc.  DogWatch SmartFence® is a registered trademark of DogWatch, Inc.  Dog Guard® is not affiliated in any way with Invisible Fence, Inc. or DogWatch, Inc., and use of their marks herein does not imply any association with or approval by their respective holders.  Dog Guard® and Out of Sight Fencing® are registered trademarks of Sunward Electronics, Inc.
Boundary Plus® and Boundary Plus Smart® are registered trademarks of Invisible Fence, Inc. The term “invisible fence” is registered and considered a trademark by Invisible Fence, Inc. Electronic pet fences with a buried wire are often referred to as “invisible fences”, but Dog Guard® should not be confused with Invisible Fence, Inc. or the Invisible Fence brand. Halo® is a registered trademark of Protect Animals With Satellites, LLC. Dog Guard® (Sunward Electronics, Inc.) is not affiliated in any way with Invisible Fence, Inc. and Protect Animals With Satellites, LLC. Dog Guard®, Out of Sight Fencing® and FreedomPro™ are trademarks owned by Sunward Electronics, Inc.