Does Ultralight mean light weight? I have a small dog and the collars seem so big and heavy.
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This item is just a replacement prong kit for the collar. I have a Boston terrier that I use my collar on and while it seemed to bother him at first, I think it would have been the case with any collar since he's always been in a harness. He doesn't mind it at all now.
1250180
Yes I believe it would be too heavy, but I also got a very light one when my dog was a puppy, and think it would be fine for your dog.
201794
The "shock box" on the collar is fairly large and having had a small dog that size, I think it would be too heavy.
480830
Yes, I would think it would be quite heavy/bulky around a little maltese neck. They're similar in size to any of the correction collars - maybe you can check the size at your local pet store.
529910
All I can do is tell you what weight my dog is so you can use that info, I was worried if they would fit at 4.5 lbs. they fit perfectly and you might say bulkier but a lot more comfortable for the dogs, I scoured the internet just to find this kind. Hope this helps
701010
Hi Norm - I think this unit would pack too much of a wallop for a little one like that. I have a shih-tzu bichon mix who weighs about 20 lbs or so and the collar seems a little too heavy for her. It may be that you can find one for a smaller dog that wouldn't be so heavy around the neck. I would highly recommend the unit itself as a deterrent and as stated, we have never used the shock feature and the vibration is enough to get her attention and to stop her unwanted barking. Hope this was helpful.
2173338
I have a little Yorkie and ordered this collar for her. It is a beautiful collar but way too heavy for a tiny dog. Not sure what to tell you about the neck size but i thought I'd give you that info. Maybe it will help you decide.
976688
I think the weight is 40 pounds from their website. I have large dogs and set the collars to the maximum setting. Start low and go up. Older dogs less, more aggressive or energetic go more and then go less after you have achieved control.
2264500
The hooks that attach to the collars are as heavy as any other leash, but i think the center ring that pivots for both leashes may be heavier, but still within acceptable limits. I walk a Tibetan spaniel with it and he had no issue at 12, 15 or 20+ lbs.
1707007
Yes, but it may be too much of a jolt. I would go for a smaller collar and go with a brand other than Sportdog due to their reliability issues
1086443
I just went onto the manufacturer's website and the large collar is for dogs over 18lbs. Hope that helps.
974511
I think the "stubborn" dog one would be wayyyyyyyyyyy too powerful for a 7lb dog. I used the regular collars on all my other Labs, but I had this one who was 100lbs & was very stubborn, so that's why I got the beefier one. I think they have one for small breeds though.
423021
I think you need the next size down. It's too big for your dog. Are you keeping this collar on your dog 24-7? I only use mine to walk the dog. It shouldn't fall off when you're walking your dog. If it does, it is definitely too large.
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Jane, its not very heavy but everything is relative. The plastice box that attaches to the collar holds a small circuit board and two AAA batteries to give you an idea of how much it will weigh. What I think would be more problematic is adjusting the collar enough to stay on a small dog's neck. I would estimate the collar can be adjusted down to about ten inches at most so you can measure the circumference of your dog's collar to get an idea if it will. Hope this helps.
441015
This collar is very adjustable and can fit a very small dog. I'm not sure if the manufacturer recommends using it on dogs under 10 pounds.
488296
The weight is fairly light considering it's size, but I would not use it to carry a dog to the vet. I would get a soft-sided carrier for that. With a dog inside, it would be too awkard to lift without tossing the doggie all around and it's just too big to be very mobile. It also doesn't have a good way to lift it besides sticking your fingers in the wire mesh and the tray bottom is designed to slide out one side, so if you move it around too much, the tray will slide out. They're not desinged to be mobile carriers. I have mine in a bedroom and it never moves. We have a carrier with a long strap as well as short handles to tote the dog to and from the vet. The weight is fairly light considering it's size, but I would not use it to carry a dog to the vet. I would get a soft-sided carrier for that. With a dog inside, it would be too awkard to lift without tossing the doggie all around and it's just too big to be very mobile. It also doesn't have a good way to lift it besides sticking your fingers in the wire mesh and the tray bottom is designed to slide out one side, so if you move it around too much, the tray will slide out. They're not desinged to be mobile carriers. I have mine in a bedroom and it never moves. We have a carrier with a long... » Read More The weight is fairly light considering it's size, but I would not use it to carry a dog to the vet. I would get a soft-sided carrier for that. With a dog inside, it would be too awkard to lift without tossing the doggie all around and it's just too big to be very mobile. It also doesn't have a good way to lift it besides sticking your fingers in the wire mesh and the tray bottom is designed to slide out one side, so if you move it around too much, the tray will slide out. They're not desinged to be mobile carriers. I have mine in a bedroom and it never moves. We have a carrier with a long strap as well as short handles to tote the dog to and from the vet. « Show Less
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I wasn't able to use collar -- my dog didn't weigh enough. I would call the Dogtra people and see what they say. Good luck!