Unfortunately, the PetSafe Indoor Bark Control Multi-Room didn’t live up to our expectations when it comes to curbing excessive barking. While PetSafe is a trusted brand in pet products, this particular device left much to be desired. Here’s an honest review of our experience with the product:
Design and Features:
The PetSafe Indoor Bark Control Multi-Room is designed to detect barking within a specified range and emit a sound that’s meant to deter the dog from continuing to bark. It has a sleek, unobtrusive design, which is a plus for pet owners who want a more discreet solution to barking issues. The device is marketed as covering multiple rooms, making it ideal for households with more than one dog or where barking is a concern in different areas.
Performance:
Sadly, the performance of this bark control device fell short. Despite being in a room with the barking dog directly in its range, the unit often failed to activate properly. Even when it did emit the sound, it didn’t seem to deter the dog from barking. In fact, some dogs didn’t respond at all to the sound, and others continued barking without being affected.
The device’s range also didn’t seem as effective as promised—barking from other rooms was not detected consistently, which meant it didn’t offer the “multi-room” coverage that was advertised. For a device that promises to control barking over a larger area, the results were disappointing.
Ease of Use:
While the device is easy to set up and operate, the inconsistent performance made it frustrating to use. The adjustment settings for sensitivity didn’t appear to make much of a difference in terms of how well it responded to barking. Even after experimenting with different placements around the house, the results remained underwhelming.
Pros:
- Sleek, compact design that blends into the home environment
- Easy to set up and use
- Intended to cover multiple rooms, which could be convenient for larger spaces
Cons:
- Often fails to detect barking or activate appropriately
- Does not seem to effectively deter barking, especially in more persistent dogs
- The multi-room coverage is inconsistent and limited
- Not effective for all dogs (some dogs simply ignored the sound)
- Requires a battery replacement frequently
Final Verdict:
While the PetSafe Indoor Bark Control Multi-Room has a promising concept, it simply doesn’t deliver on its promises. If you’re dealing with persistent barking, this device may not be the solution you’re looking for. It’s worth considering other options, like training collars or more advanced bark-control methods, that may offer better results. For the price, we expected more reliable performance and more consistent effectiveness.
Rating: 2/5 stars
