DINJOO Smart Bark Training Collar Review

Summary

In this 'Awkward Hamster' video, the owner reviews a smart collar for their dog Mango, highlighting its barking recognition system. The collar, purchased for $35 on Amazon, offers vibration and beep modes instead of shock. It has a good battery life, is lightweight, and has a reflective strip for night visibility. After two weeks of use, the collar has helped reduce Mango's excessive barking, although it still barks when other dogs are close. The reviewer wishes for a more common charging cable in future versions and shares a link for interested viewers.

Takeaways

• 🐾 The video introduces a smart collar for the dog Mango, which includes a barking recognition system.
• 💡 The collar was purchased for $35 on Amazon with the intention of potentially removing the dog's fence.
• 🔧 The collar comes with shock plugs, but the owner plans to use only the vibrate and beep functions.
• 🔋 The collar has a good battery life, likely due to its energy-efficient design that only activates upon barking detection.
• 🔊 The collar has three modes: sound, vibrate, and shock, with adjustable sensitivity levels.
• 🔄 The sensitivity settings cannot be adjusted separately for each mode; they are linked together.
• 📚 The owner is not relying on the manual initially but is willing to consult it for more detailed instructions.
• 🐕 The collar is not heavy and does not bother Mango when worn, and she reacts to the beep and vibration without harm.
• 🚫 The previous anti-bark collar was ineffective in stopping Mango from barking at nearby dogs.
• 🚶‍♀️ The collar has a reflective part that helps locate Mango at night, but it's not a replacement for a reflective vest.
• 🔄 The owner wishes for a more common charging port like USB-C or Micro-USB for the next version of the collar.
• 📉 Mango's barking has decreased with the new collar, especially when other dogs are not too close.

Q & A

What feature does the new smart collar have that the previous one lacked?

The new smart collar has a barking recognition system.

How much did the smart collar cost on Amazon?

The smart collar cost $35 on Amazon.

What functionalities does the smart collar offer?

The smart collar offers sound, vibrate, and shock functionalities.

Why is the user not using the shock functionality?

The user prefers to use only the vibrate and beep functionalities for training their dog.

How can the user adjust the sensitivity settings on the collar?

The user can adjust the sensitivity by pressing the power button or tapping on it, with levels ranging from 1 to 8.

Can the user adjust the sensitivity for each mode (sound, vibrate, shock) separately?

No, adjusting the sensitivity for one mode changes it for all modes simultaneously.

What observations did the user make about the smart collar after using it for a couple of weeks?

The user noted that the collar has good battery life, does not bother the dog, and effectively reduces barking when using the beep and vibrate functions.

How does the smart collar help locate the dog at night?

The top and bottom white parts of the collar are reflective, making it easier to spot the dog with a light.

What is on the user's wish list for future versions of the smart collar?

The user hopes future versions will use a more common charging connection like USB Type-C or micro USB.

How does the dog react to the collar's beep and vibrate functions?

When the collar beeps and vibrates, the dog startles a little and runs back to the user.

Outlines

00:00

🐶 Introducing a Smart Dog Collar with Bark Recognition

In this paragraph, the speaker introduces a new smart collar for their dog, Mango, which includes a barking recognition system. They mention that they bought it for $35 off Amazon, hoping it will help when they decide to take down their fence. The speaker briefly discusses the contents of the manual, which viewers can pause to read in detail. They explain the different functionalities of the collar, such as shock, vibrate, and beep modes, but they plan to use only the vibrate and beep functions. The paragraph details the components of the collar, including the shock plugs, charging cable, buttons, and screen icons. The speaker also describes how to adjust the sensitivity settings and shares their initial observations and expectations of the collar's effectiveness in controlling Mango's barking.

05:01

🐕 Observations After Using the Smart Dog Collar

In this paragraph, the speaker shares their observations after using the anti-bark training collar for a couple of weeks. They highlight the collar's good battery life, which may be due to the fact that it only activates when it detects barking. The speaker notes that the collar is not heavy and does not bother Mango. When it beeps and vibrates, Mango is startled but not hurt, and she runs back to the speaker. The speaker demonstrates the collar's activation by yelling loudly, which triggers the beep and vibration. They mention that the collar is reflective, making it easier to spot Mango at night. The speaker expresses a desire for the next version of the collar to have a more common charging port like USB Type-C or micro USB. Overall, they believe the collar works, as Mango barks less, especially when other dogs are not very close. They provide a link to the product and invite viewers to contact them with questions or comments.

Keywords

💡Smart collar

A smart collar is an advanced type of pet collar equipped with technology to monitor and control a pet's behavior. In the video, the smart collar for Mango, the dog, includes features such as a barking recognition system, vibrate, and beep functionalities to manage excessive barking.

💡Barking recognition system

A barking recognition system is a feature in smart collars that detects a dog's bark and activates a response mechanism. This system is crucial in the video as it helps the owner manage Mango's barking by triggering vibrations and sounds to deter the behavior.

💡Shock plugs

Shock plugs are components of some smart collars that deliver a mild electric shock as a form of behavior correction. In the video, the user mentions opting out of using the shock functionality and instead uses the vibrate and beep options to train Mango.

💡Vibrate and beep functions

The vibrate and beep functions in a smart collar provide non-shock methods to correct a dog's behavior. These functions are highlighted in the video as the preferred methods by the owner to train Mango without causing discomfort.

💡Battery life

Battery life refers to how long a device can operate before needing a recharge. The video discusses the smart collar's excellent battery life, which is attributed to its selective activation only when barking is detected.

💡Proprietary charging cable

A proprietary charging cable is a unique charger designed specifically for a device. The video mentions that the smart collar uses a proprietary charging cable, which the owner hopes will be replaced by a more common USB type in future versions.

💡Sensitivity settings

Sensitivity settings on the smart collar allow the user to adjust how responsive the device is to barking. The video shows the owner adjusting these settings to find the optimal level for managing Mango's barking.

💡Reflective parts

Reflective parts on the collar enhance visibility at night by reflecting light. The video notes that these reflective elements help the owner quickly locate Mango in the dark, adding a safety feature for nighttime activities.

💡Behavior correction

Behavior correction involves using tools or techniques to modify an animal's behavior. The video demonstrates how the smart collar's vibrate and beep functions are used to correct Mango's barking when other dogs are nearby.

💡User manual

A user manual is a document that provides instructions on how to use a product. In the video, the owner references the user manual for the smart collar, indicating its importance for understanding and correctly utilizing the device's features.

Highlights

Introduction of a smart collar for the dog named Mango, featuring a barking recognition system.

The collar was purchased for $35 off Amazon, with an aim to potentially remove the fence.

Manual and user guide provided for detailed instructions on using the collar.

The collar includes shock plugs, though the user opts for vibrate and beep functions.

The collar has a proprietary charging port and a USB type A male charging cable.

The collar's interface includes icons for sound, vibration, and shock settings.

Battery indicator and sensitivity settings are adjustable through the collar's interface.

The user cannot adjust sensitivity settings for each mode separately.

Previous anti-bark training collar was ineffective for Mango's excessive barking.

Mango's reaction to the new collar includes starting and running back to the owner when activated.

Observation of the collar's effectiveness in reducing Mango's barking after a couple of weeks of use.

The collar has a good battery life, potentially due to its activation only upon barking detection.

The collar is lightweight and does not bother Mango while wearing it.

The collar's reflective part aids in locating Mango at night in the backyard.

The user wishes for a more common charging method like USB type-C in future versions.

Mango barks less frequently now, especially when other dogs are not very close.

A link to the collar will be provided in the video description for interested viewers.

Transcripts

hi welcome to awkward hamster

recently got this smart collar for my

dog mango

the one I had previously that still

works but this one has one thing that my

other one lacked

a barking recognition system

the cost valve 35 off Amazon

and the reason why I wanted this is

because

I'm thinking about taking down the fence

at one point

so here's the manual if you want to read

any part of the manual in more detail

feel free to pause the video

I'm not going to be reading it this fast

but I think I can figure it out or at

least try to

before I turn to the manual

so these are those shock plugs

this

will be screwed to the back over over

here to use a shock functionality

I'm not using the shock functionality

I'll be using the vibrate and beep

here's a user guide

safety information

charge it

[Applause]

that's covers a lot

[Applause]

here's a charging cable one isn't is a

USB

type a male

other end that plugs into the collar is

their proprietary

the one that's installed already on the

collar those are slightly shorter than

these replacement ones

two buttons on top power mode

charging port is right here

this can this will just be the speaker

I'm not sure what this bottom part is

turn this on

there are three icons on the screen

upper left

the blue one is sound

the one to the right of the blue that's

like a teal that's from vibrate into the

right of that it's purple for shock

the battery indicator

and the sensitivity

so this is just

sound

just

adjusting adjusting the sensitivity for

a vibrate

sound vibrate

sound vibrate shock

and rings around the eight

pressing the power button or tapping on

it allows me to adjust the sensitivity

eight is the highest

okay three for now

let me see if I can adjust them

separately

sensitivity for

nope so I can't adjust each of those

modes separately if I adjusted one of

them to four

the rest of them are all four now

as sound and vibrate

this is the item I had before to try to

control mangoes barking every time

there's another dog walking nearby Mako

stars parking your head off

even when I say hi

it's like it has zero impact

I would not recommend this unit

this one is supposed to have smaller

detection

and now that this is actually attached

to Mango hopefully mango will just learn

not to

be so loud with other dogs

come by

she's in the house I don't mind her

parking but a lot of times when she's

outside

a dog be walking over here she'll keep

barking yapping yapping when the dog

turns the corner

she'll come over here so yeah

here's my adorable mango

just two years old the collar's on

here's a lot of slack I need to trim it

later

she needs a haircut but

until he was to at least place two

fingers through it so

it's not tight on our

I've been using this anti-bark training

collar for a couple weeks now I'd like

to share a couple of observations

first it's very good battery life

now that could also be due to this item

does not

vibrate shock beep unless it detects a

bark also I'm only testing the beep and

the vibration not the shock part so that

could also be wide the battery lasts

alone

okay

it's not heavy at all

it's not bothering my dog when she's

wearing it

and when it beeps and vibrates she

started for a little bit she's not hurt

by it but she started a little bit and

she'll run back to me

and I'm going to just yell real loud

right now so it's just so I can trigger

this item to activate yo

first peeps then immediately it vibrates

I did have it set to six

eight is the highest I don't need to set

eight

1136 once this goes off my dog knows to

pull back not bark my dog does go out at

night time and this collar the top white

part the bottom white part that part is

reflective

so if I'm not sure where she is I can

just Shine the Light and quickly spotter

now this doesn't replace a vest so if

I'm walking my dog at night she's still

going to wear a reflective vest

this is just something that that's good

enough for my backyard not for walking

the sidewalk where streets or parking

lots on my wish list I hope that the

next version instead of charging it

using their proprietary connection

it'll be like a USB type-c a even a

micro USB just something that's more

common just in case I lose the charging

cable I don't need to worry about it

I can just grab any other cable and

charge this item overall I do think this

works my dog she is barking less unless

the other dogs are walking very close to

her she'll still bark but in the past

even if they're across the street she'll

be barking now not so much

I'll place a link to this in the

description below

if you guys have any questions comments

suggestions feel free to contact me

thanks for watching awkward hamster

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