PetSafe PetSafeClassic In-Ground Fence for Dogs and Cats - from the Parent Company of Invisible Fence Brand - Includes 500 ft of Wire - Expandable Coverage up to 5 Acres Review

Our scorecard

The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other dog and cat food, health, gear and grooming we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.

Overview

['This PetSafe kit includes 500 feet of boundary wire, a receiver collar, mounting hardware, training flags, and a transmitter, everything needed to set up containment for one dog. PetSafe rates the coverage as expandable up to 5 acres, which gives some room to grow beyond the wire included in the box.', "The kit is built for medium sized dogs and does require assembly, since the wire needs to be laid out and secured around the yard perimeter. At 3.31 lbs for the full kit, it's a manageable setup for most owners comfortable with basic yard work.", "At $174.99, this is one of the more affordable full in-ground kits in the category. With 269 reviews and a 3.9 star average, it sits a bit below some of PetSafe's other systems, so it's worth weighing against pricier options if a stronger review history matters to you."]

Specifications

Breed size

Medium

Weight

3.31 Pounds

Performance notes

The kit's 500 feet of wire is sized for smaller properties, with PetSafe stating it can expand up to 5 acres if more wire is added. Assembly is required, so plan on laying and securing the boundary wire before the system is fully operational, and the training flags help mark the boundary for the dog during the initial training period.

What buyers say

With 269 reviews and a 3.9 star average, plus about 50 bought in the past month, this kit has a moderate, established following, though its rating trails some higher-rated PetSafe and SportDOG systems in this category.