# PetSafe SMART DOG Trainer

> Smartphone-controlled dog training collar with vibration, tone, and static stimulation. (iPhone/iPad app by Radio Systems Corporation.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/petsafe-smart-dog-trainer/id1143643880 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Radio Systems Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/326173459)
- Category: Lifestyle
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.60/5 from 932 App Store ratings · 136 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 15 MB
- Languages: American English, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, European Spanish
- Released: 2016-09-07
- Data updated: 2026-07-19
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/petsafe-smart-dog-trainer/id1143643880/reviews.md

## What is PetSafe SMART DOG Trainer?

Use the PetSafe SMART DOG app with the PetSafe SMART DOG Remote Trainer (PDT00-15748) to train your dog and prevent jumping, digging and other misbehaviors. Innovative Bluetooth technology allows you to train your dog via your smartphone from up to 75 yards away.  Send a signal for vibration, tone (beep) or static stimulation to your dog’s collar without the need of an external remote!  

Use of the SMART DOG Trainer requires iPhones with iOS 8 or later.

## Key features

- Smartphone control via Bluetooth
- Remote training up to 75 yards
- Vibration, tone, and static stimulation
- Corrects misbehaviors
- No external remote needed

## What do users think of PetSafe SMART DOG Trainer?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 🚀 Works great
- 👍 Effective for training
- 👍 Customizable settings
- 🚀 Convenient app control

**Cons**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🔋 Battery life concerns
- 🔍 Difficult to see battery level
- 🔍 Lack of multi-collar support

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Frequent disconnections
- App crashes and freezes
- Unintended shock/vibration activation
- Compatibility issues with recent app updates

**Most requested features**

- Apple Watch app support
- Ability to name and manage multiple collars
- Improved Bluetooth range and reliability
- Battery life indicator improvements

## Recent user reviews (10 of 136)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/petsafe-smart-dog-trainer/id1143643880/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Ne fonctionne pas

*2025-06-26, version 1.2.2*

Il ne reconnaît pas mon collier

### 1/5 — App is terrible

*2025-03-31, version 1.2.2*

I want to like this but it’s day one and I have reinstalled the app multiple times and restarted collar and recharged it since within 12 hours it was dead

### 1/5 — Terrible product

*2024-12-22, version 1.2.2*

Don’t waste your money not only does the charge last only 25 to 30 minutes
I can never get thd phone to find the collar
I didn’t realize there was no manual control as i had thd same issue with other electronic products that required u to use your phone .
I am returning this for a  refund

### 1/5 — DOES NOT WORK

*2024-11-19, version 1.2.2*

My boyfriend and I have been sitting here for over 2 hours trying to get the app and collar to connect. We’ve tried calling the number and it doesn’t work. The app is useless and won’t let us use the live chat or submit a complaint either. The instructions also say how to reset the collar and we can never get it to blink 5 times. Serious waste of our time and money.

### 1/5 — How can I rate it

*2024-04-30, version 1.2.2*

While trying to use this to train my dog, constantly interrupted with rate this app!!! While trying to use the training tools to train my dog.. so dumb!

### 2/5 — DONT BUY

*2023-03-23, version 1.2.2*

Started zapping my dog repeatedly without me touching the button! Horrible product, will be returning tomorrow.😡

### 1/5 — Collar

*2022-12-25, version 1.2.2*

Will not connect

### 1/5 — Scam!

*2022-03-17, version 1.2.2*

Don’t waste your time! 
won’t connect to collar…
Waste of money!
Buying from Chewy

### 2/5 — Notifications

*2022-02-06, version 1.2.2*

I wish this app offered notifications like when the batter needs to be charged.

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work.

*2022-01-02, version 1.2.2*

Won’t connect to the collar. Don’t waist your money your only paying for frustration.

## Frequently asked questions about PetSafe SMART DOG Trainer

### What does the PetSafe SMART DOG Trainer app do?

The app works with the PetSafe SMART DOG Remote Trainer to allow you to train your dog using your smartphone. It helps correct misbehaviors like jumping and digging by sending signals to your dog's collar.

### What training methods does the app use?

The app can send three types of signals to your dog's collar: vibration, tone (beep), or static stimulation. This allows for varied training approaches to address different behaviors.

### How far away can I train my dog?

Thanks to innovative Bluetooth technology, you can train your dog via your smartphone from up to 75 yards away. This provides a good range for most training scenarios.

### What devices are compatible with the app?

The SMART DOG Trainer app requires iPhones with iOS 8 or later. Ensure your iPhone meets these requirements to use the app and the remote trainer.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the app itself is free to download and use. The functionality is enabled when paired with the PetSafe SMART DOG Remote Trainer device.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.2 — 2020-11-21

Fixed minor bug

### 1.2.1 — 2020-11-18

Adjustments on SmartDog trainer collar Bluetooth connection.

### 1.2.0 — 2020-11-11

Bugfixes

### 1.1.13 — 2020-05-18

Fixed issue clicking the  Static Correction which does not have vibration or tone > User might keep pressing it multiple times.
Internal improvements.

### 1.1.12 — 2020-04-15

Improved connection between collar and the app.
Internal Improvements.

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