Pet Stop® Systems are Made in the USA from imported components.
Hidden Dog Fencing
All of us at Hidden Fence of Minnesota are committed to providing you accurate information to help you understand how our products work and help you determine the best fit for your containment needs.
From choosing your system, to installation & training, rest assured, our team of qualified & experienced professionals will work with you to ensure your pet is safely contained utilizing the most humane, stress-free training method available – GentleSteps™
Be sure to ask us about our Unlimited Onsite Follow-Up training guarantee and our One Year Money Back Guarantee.
One-Year Money-Back Guarantee.Brand Comparison
Key Features
Equipment Warranty
Limited Lifetime Warranty
Standard 1 Year Lifetime On Some Products
Lifetime All Containment Products
Standard 2 Years Lifetime for Additional Fee
Maximized Yard Space
12-18 inches from Boundary Wire
Right up to Boundary Wire
Unknown
Unknown
Dealer Network
Family-Owned Large (>150 Dealers)
Corporately owned (Minneapolis, St. Paul & surrounding areas)
Large (>150 Dealers)
Small (1-75 Dealers)
Adjustable Setting
Easy to Learn Owner Adjustable (Dealer assistance also available)
Requires Service Call To Adjust
Owner Adjustable
Not Programmable
Training & Containment Levels
9-13 GentleSteps Setting Owner Controlled
5 Owner has no access to settings
20
32
Signal Type & Options
DM (Digital FM Modulation) Prevents accidental correction
AM (Digital) 2 Frequencies 2 Modulations
FM (Digital) 2 Frequencies 1 Modulations
Digital/Analog 2 Frequencies 1 Modulations
Rechargeable Receivers
EcoLite™ Rechargeable
None
None
Yes
Smart Receiver (Bluetooth Connectivity)
Link™ EcoLite™ Rechargeable
None
None
None
Diagnostic Testing Capability
Yes
None
None
None
Receiver Collar (Size/Weight)
EcoLite™ (0.88 oz.) Smallest & Lightest in industry
MicroLite™ (1.0 oz) R21 Titanium (1.6 oz) R22 Platinum (1.9 oz)
R1200 (2.2 oz) R1200m (1.7 oz) R9 (2.2 oz) R7 (1.7 oz) R7 Mini (1.3 oz)
DG5000 (2.4 oz) DG9000XT (2.9 oz) DG Micro (1.8 oz)
Precision 7 Point Diagnostic Testing
Diagnostic Charging Cradle Exclusively for Link™ EcoLite™ Receiver
Not Available to Customer
Not Available to Customer
Not Available to Customer
Other Features
Designed & Manufactured
USA from imported parts (Morgantown, PA)
China by PetSafe
China Parts Assembeled in USA
Won’t Disclose (Parts Assembled in USA)
Manufacturing Company
Perimeter Technologies, Inc. Design, Engineering & Manufacturer
By Contract Manufacturers
Dogwatch, Inc. By Contract Manufacturers
Sunward Electronics, Inc. By Contract Manufacturers
Unique Receiver features (varies by model)
GentleSteps™ Training mode 3-Level Stopper™ mode Variable Distance Settings Anti-Run Through Technology™
Indoor/Outdoor Setting SmartDoor RFID
Auto-Memory “Tattletale” Light
Not Programmable No Low Battery Light
Lightning Protection
On-Board (All Transmitters) Supplemental Protection Available
Requires Additional Protection
On-Board (All Transmitters)
On-Board (All Transmitters)
Dog Chew Warranty
Yes
Yes
Yes
Won’t Disclose
Independent Receiver Setting
All Receivers’ Settings are Independent of each other
All Settings Independent
Some Independent Settings
Some Independent Settings
Cross-Brand Compatibility
Programmable for Compatibility
None
None
None
Wi-Fi Transmitter
Available in select markets (Beta)
Yes
Yes
None
Brand Comparison
Key Features
Return Window / Trial Period
One Year Money Back Guarantee
60-day Satisfaction Guarantee
90-day Money Back Guarantee
45 day satisfaction guarantee, otherwise credit will be issued to go towards an in-ground Invisible Fence® Brand system
Warranty
Transferrable Limited Lifetime Parts Warranty that covers entire cost of collar. Dog chew replacements discounted ($149 replacement fee) $109 plus tax Labor Fee for any collar replaced after 2 Years from original purchase. Replacement normally within 1-3 business days brand new collar. 2-Year Guarantee on buried wire to cover installation-related defects
1 Year Non-Transferrable Warranty covers defective parts or workmanship of collars, as long as collar is activated within 60 days of purchase Dog chews and other damage due to misuse or abuse is NOT covered under warranty. Protective cases, straps, charging cords/blocks, beacons, USB cable and any accessories, whether or not purchased at the same time etc. are not covered under warranty Tiered Plans Available Must ship collar to Halo. You'll be without a collar for days, if not 1 to 3 weeks
1 Year Non-Transferrable Warranty One-Time Accident forgiveness (damaged by dog or accident) One-Time replacement of lost collar with refurbished one Customer pays repair costs (parts & labor) If collar is not reparable, refurbished collars cost $500 Must ship collar to Spot On. You'll be without a collar for days, if not 1 to 3 weeks
2 Year Limited Warranty Does not cover broken posts
Accuracy
Fixed Boundary Location due to wire. Dog can get as close as 12-18 inches from the boundary before receiving correction
No quantifiable Boundary Location accuracy provided on website. Halo is said to be "extremely accurate" and "more accurate than your smart phone." In all fairness, leaves margin of error reasonable estimated to be 1 to 6 feet.
Boundary Location accuracy within 3 feet in open space, and 10 feet under heavy tree cover. Uses satellite connectivity (up to 25 at a time) and calibrated motion sensors to determine location They recommend the fence is 80 feet wide at narrowest point
Boundary Location accuracy within 4 feet on average. Depends on tree cover.
Size & Weight
0.9 ounces
1.3 pounds
1.61 pounds
Unknown
Battery Life
Built-in Rechargeable Conservatively rated at 14 days
Built-in Rechargeable 20 to 24 hours
Built-in Rechargeable Approximately 25 hours
Built-in Rechargeable Up to 48 hours
Perimeter®
Standard Pro
Link™ EcoLite™
Our Systems
Perimeter®
Standard Pro
Link™ EcoLite™
Lowest Price Offer*
$1399
$1599
$1799
Parts Warranty
Limited Lifetime Warranty**
Limited Lifetime Warranty**
Limited Lifetime Warranty**
Wire Warranty
2 Years
2 Years
2 Years
GentleSteps™
Wi-Fi Transmitter Compatible
Adjustable Warning Time
Highly Programmable
Rechargeable
Diagnostic Cradle
Industry’s Smallest
Bluetooth Connectivity
Link™ App - Remote Trainer
*Lowest price offer includes pay in full by check or cash discount **A labor fee will be assessed after 2 years on all component replacements (accidental damage excluded but still discounted).
Custom Layouts
When it comes to determining which layout will best suit your containment needs our technician will walk your property with you, listen to your ideas & concerns, & then make suggestions based on the information you share and their expertise.
We strongly suggest this conversation happens with the technician the day we install your system rather than doing a consultation days in advance with a sales person that is not involved with the installation process.
If it is determined that a meeting prior to the day of installation is best, we will schedule a technician to stop by to meet with you to confirm that we can accommodate your containment needs.
Please know that the following images are only schematic – to give you a visual of what our most popular layouts look like.
Once completely trained, we can get your pet to within 12 inches from the boundary if necessary – maximizing their yard space while ensuring they stay inside your yard.
We can also make flower beds, pools, ponds (even streams & lakes!), and other landscaping elements off-limits to your pets.
Full Perimeter Loop
Our most common layout. This allows your pet to roam your entire yard, but not leave it.
Our most common layout. This allows your pet to roam your entire yard, but not leave it.
Hourglass
Similar to the Full Perimeter loop, but pinched in the middle. This lets you contain your dog in the front and back yards separately, depending on where you want them to be.
Similar to the Full Perimeter loop, but pinched in the middle. This lets you contain your dog in the front and back yards separately, depending on where you want them to be.
Double-Back Loop
This is used to contain ONLY the front or backyard. It’s usually used when your property’s geography won’t allow for installation around the whole property.
This is used to contain ONLY the front or backyard. It’s usually used when your property’s geography won’t allow for installation around the whole property.
Small Yard?
That’s no problem for Pet Stop® technology! Our technology can create a precise signal zone around the perimeter wire, to maximize the yard area your pet can enjoy. We can usually get your pet within 12" of the boundary wire.
That’s no problem for Pet Stop® technology! Our technology can create a precise signal zone around the perimeter wire, to maximize the yard area your pet can enjoy. We can usually get your pet within 12" of the boundary wire.
Block Area
Areas inside the boundary can be isolated and blocked off. Additional charges will apply and will depend on size and difficulty of blocked area.
Areas inside the boundary can be isolated and blocked off. Additional charges will apply and will depend on size and difficulty of blocked area.
Open Lake Side
There are multiple options for having water access (additional charges will apply), but we advise caution when considering these options, as they require more supervision and maintenance. Please let us know if you are interested in water access for your pet, and we will talk you through your options.
There are multiple options for having water access (additional charges will apply), but we advise caution when considering these options, as they require more supervision and maintenance. Please let us know if you are interested in water access for your pet, and we will talk you through your options.
GentleSteps™ Training
Dogs in different Phases of GentleSteps™ Training
Dogs in different Phases of GentleSteps™ Training
Industry-Leading Pet-Containment with Link™ EcoLite™
Precise Boundaries, Crushing Battery Performance, and Cutting-Edge Diagnostic Technology make Link™ EcoLite™ superior to any other rechargeable collar on the market. Take control of your pet-containment system today with the Industry’s most user-friendly and interactive Smartphone app. Settle the question of pet safety once & for all.
Precise Boundaries, Crushing Battery Performance, and Cutting-Edge Diagnostic Technology make Link™ EcoLite™ superior to any other rechargeable collar on the market. Take control of your pet-containment system today with the Industry’s most user-friendly and interactive Smartphone app. Settle the question of pet safety once & for all.
Receiver Comparison
Pet Stop® Link™ EcoLite™ Receiver
Invisible Fence Brand® MicroLite
Pet Stop® Link™ EcoLite™ Receiver
Highlights
— Limited Lifetime Replacement Warranty
— Rechargeable - Never Purchase Batteries Again
— Bluetooth Connectivity to Link™ App
— Diagnostic Testing Guarantees Safe Operation
— Smallest & Lightest weighs only 0.9 oz.
— 3 Hour Recharging Cycle
— Up to 3 Weeks of Operation Per Charge!
— Low Charge Indicator
Highlights
— Limited Lifetime Replacement Warranty
— Rechargeable - Never Purchase Batteries Again
— Bluetooth Connectivity to Link™ App
— Diagnostic Testing Guarantees Safe Operation
— Smallest & Lightest weighs only 0.9 oz.
— 3 Hour Recharging Cycle
— Up to 3 Weeks of Operation Per Charge!
— Low Charge Indicator
Pet Stop® Link™ EcoLite™ Receiver
Invisible Fence® Brand Titanium Receiver
Pet Stop® Link™ EcoLite™ Receiver
Even More Details
— Waterproof with Fastest Response Time
— Fully Programmable by Consumer
— Exclusive Spring Probes - Comfort & Reliability
— Lowest Level - Tickle for Gentle Training
— Highest Output Level for most Stubborn Dogs
— Best Available in the Industry
Even More Details
— Waterproof with Fastest Response Time
— Fully Programmable by Consumer
— Exclusive Spring Probes - Comfort & Reliability
— Lowest Level - Tickle for Gentle Training
— Highest Output Level for most Stubborn Dogs
— Best Available in the Industry
Link™ EcoLite™ System
We sell & install outdoor containment systems that will not only keep your pet safely within your yard, but can also keep them from special areas – like gardens, landscaping, pools, or other off-limit zones.
We sell & install outdoor containment systems that will not only keep your pet safely within your yard, but can also keep them from special areas – like gardens, landscaping, pools, or other off-limit zones.
Indoor Solutions
Need to keep the dog or cat off the kitchen counter? Prevent the dog from storming the front door when guests arrive? Or keep them from other indoor areas? We can easily bring the benefits of boundary-setting indoors, to help with whatever behavioral issues your pet may have.
Ask us for more information.
Need to keep the dog or cat off the kitchen counter? Prevent the dog from storming the front door when guests arrive? Or keep them from other indoor areas? We can easily bring the benefits of boundary-setting indoors, to help with whatever behavioral issues your pet may have.
Ask us for more information.
The Basics
Let’s address some of the most common questions that people we talk with usually ask (click each question for more info):
GentleSteps™ Training
Humane. Safe. Simple
Choose The Training Option that Fits Your Budget & Schedule The Best
Pet Stop®-exclusive. Revolutionary & humane.
Canine Approved Training
With all New Standard-Priced Systems, you will receive the GentleSteps™ Initial Day of Training, plus a Bonus Second Training Session with Unlimited Onsite Follow-up Assistance if necessary.
We also offer a 100% Containment Guarantee.
Pet Stop®-exclusive. Revolutionary & humane.
Canine Approved Training
With all New Standard-Priced Systems, you will receive the GentleSteps™ Initial Day of Training, plus a Bonus Second Training Session with Unlimited Onsite Follow-up Assistance if necessary.
We also offer a 100% Containment Guarantee.
Need Service or a Repair?
If you need any of the following Services, please click the Repairs & Service button:
Replacement Receiver Collar
Schedule a Repair
Service Call pricing information on Existing System
If you have moved and need your system reinstalled at a new location
— Replacement Receiver Collar
— Schedule a Repair
— Service Call pricing information on Existing System
— If you have moved and need your system reinstalled at a new location
Batteries & Parts
If you need batteries or other parts and accessories for your hidden fence system, please visit our Online Store by clicking the button.
If you need batteries or other parts and accessories for your hidden fence system, please visit our Online Store by clicking the button.
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