Dogtra 200 IQ Product Review
- Full Product Review
- Where it fits in the Dogtra Lineup
- How does it compare to other brands
The Dogtra 200IQ is a great everyday use e-collar for small to mid-sized dogs at an affordable price point. It has easy to use and understand features, making it quick for new users to learn and understand. This is an important factor, when you have a new e-collar user working with their dog for the first time.
Where can you buy the Dogtra 200IQ?
The easiest place to get the Dogtra 200IQ is on Amazon. As many of you know, Amazon has easy returns and fast shipping. This makes it the easiest place to find all of Dogtra's products including the 200IQ. You can also purchase the collar from a reputable dog dealer, which would include many dog trainers. Chewy is another great option when searching for deals on e-collars, however it is rare that Chewy will offer a better price on a new product like the 200IQ.
What Size Dog is the 200IQ Best For?
The 200IQ is an E-collar that is meant to be used with any size dog. That being said it is replacing the Dogtra IQ, which we would say was geared toward smaller dogs. The 200IQ has a larger receiver than the previous generation IQ which could mean that it isn't a great fit for the smallest of dogs. They say that it is geared for 10lbs up. For your largest dogs, I would recommend going with either the 1900X or the Dogtra Arc-X.
What is the Range of the Dogtra 200IQ?
According to Dogtra the 200IQ has a range of a 1/2 mile. From our previous Dogtra product reviews, we don't have a reason to question this claim. When comparing this to other Dogrta collars, the Arc-x and 1900-x have a 3/4 mile range and the Dogtra 280-x has the same 1/2 mile range. Thus making the 200IQ and the 280x the most similar. Make sure to keep in mind that overall range for e-collars is straight line with no obstructions. This means that the total performance of the collar will be less than that when you take into account buildings, rolling terrain, etc.
What features does the Dogtra 200IQ Come With?
- Audible Tone - the audible tone is great to use as a pager feature to call your dog back to you.
- Vibration - the vibration of the 200IQ is a bit stronger than we would like to see it, but is a great feature to offer.
- Levels from 1 to 100 - Much like the new Dogtra X-Series the 200IQ comes with
- LED E-Collar Flashing Light
- Front Facing Dial
- Waterproof
- 1/2 Mile Range
Does the 200IQ Work With 2 Dogs?
The 200IQ is expandable up to 2 dogs, which fits many users needs. The most comparable collar in the X-Series, the 280-X is expandable up to 3 dogs. We don't really see the need for a 3 dog system often. This makes the ease of use for the 200IQ superior to the 3 dog features offered in the 280X.
Is the Dogtra 200IQ Waterproof?
The 200IQ is waterproof! Both the remote and the receiver offer IPX9K waterproofing, which protect them from the elements and let your dog run in the wet grass without any issue.
Training Your Dog with the Dogtra 200IQ?
If you are looking for help training your dog on any e-collar, we offer in-home training that can help you learn everything you need to know about training your dog. We also have a ton of great videos and articles that can help you. You might want to start with E-Collar Training for Beginners. We also have a great article that walks you through sizing and other helpful tips featuring the Dogtra Arc.
- The Dogtra 200iQ gives you everything you need to start training with your dog.
- Offering simple and intuitive controls you can build communication and trust with your dog.
- The 200IQ remote is compact and lightweight, fitting comfortably in your hand.
- Comes with tone, light, vibration, and 100 correction levels.
- WATERPROOF & 2-DOG EXPANDABLE
Situation | Training Type |
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General obedience, manners, jumping, pulling | In-Home Obedience Training |
Serious aggression, reactivity, or fear | Behavioral Modification Program |
Puppy biting, socialization, potty training | Puppy Packages - Like our One Year Program |
Busy schedule, accelerated progress | Board and Train Program |
Dogtra 200IQ: FAQ
Much like the rest of the Dogtra-X series the 200IQ comes with male contact points. This means that many of the winged contact points and other products that were available for the older dogtra collars will not work directly with the 200IQ. For some attachments it is possible to use the new contact points to attach the old attachments, however this would be completely product specific and certainly will not work in all situations. It is best to get new contact points for the 200IQ and the rest of the new Dogtra Product lineup.
That really depends on your individual use case. We would suggest the 200IQ to any client with an average dog looking for an easy to use and understand collar. The price point of the 200IQ is less than the Dogtra X-series and comparable to collars by other companies. The layout of the buttons on the remote is also easier to use than the X-series. These 2 things combined would make it our go to choice for most people. If you have a difficult dog you may want to look at either the 1900-x or the arc-x.
Use of an E-collar in training is a choice you need to review carefully and decide if it is right for you and your dog. The 200IQ much like any e-collar is a training tool and it is important to use it correctly. I highly recommend that you consult with an experienced trainer before deciding on the use of any training tools.
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