When the author began his search for an e-collar for his hunting dog, he had very little knowledge of what he needed. His shopping experience can shed valuable light on how a new customer researches and finds the right collar.

Built for single- or multi-dog hunting situations, the SportDOG Brand SportTrainer 1275E features a digital LED transmitter screen and has a range of .75 miles.

The Dogtra Pathfinder combines GPS/e-collar and smartphone technology, providing a more intelligent and responsive way to track and train dogs.