I made the switch from TriTronics/Garmin to Dogtra and couldn’t be happier. I have the T&B Dual for my britts
Did the same, feel the same.
The Collar Clinic [collarclinic.com, (231) 947-2010] is another good source of information and might be better informed as to which brand(s) most frequently need repair.
I agree on not getting hung up too much on distances. I can see a dog a log way in N Dakota - but not far in a WI or MI clearcut. For me, as long as I can transmit 1/2 mile I think I'd be good.
Re above reply: I have avoided a combo (ecollar control / GPS unit) out of fear of losing both capabilites if the batteries or something goes wrong with the unit. But have also never run into anyone who has had that problem.
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