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Direct answers about who installs GPS dog fences here, what they cost, how GPS compares with a buried-wire “invisible” fence, whether they work in HOAs and gated communities, and how we think about collars such as Halo, SpotOn, and Fi. Planning prices are not a quote. A GPS fence is not a physical barrier, and we don't guarantee a dog will never leave the yard.
SWFL GPS Pet Fence installs and trains GPS wireless dog fences in Naples, Florida, and across Collier and Lee counties — including Bonita Springs, Estero, Fort Myers, Cape Coral, and Marco Island. We start with a free in-home demo and yard fit test, then map an app-based GPS boundary and train the dog. We do not bury wire or build a physical fence. Book a free demo to see it work in your yard.
Our planning range for professional setup and training is $1,199–$1,499 in Naples and throughout our Southwest Florida service area. That figure is from our November 2026 research and is not a quote. A premium GPS dog collar is typically about $999 retail if you don't already have one, and the manufacturer may charge about $8.49–$9.95 a month for tracking. Extra dogs need extra collars. An optional Monthly Care Plan starts at $29/mo, with a higher tier around $49/mo — planning prices, cancel anytime. We'll confirm the collar, its warranty, and the price in writing before you buy. Small Yard & Indoor Solutions are a custom quote at the demo. Try the cost calculator for a side-by-side planning comparison.
A GPS dog fence uses a collar and a boundary drawn on a map — no wire in the ground. A buried-wire electronic fence, sometimes called an “invisible” fence, uses a wire you bury around the yard. (Invisible Fence is a trademark of another company; it is not our name and is not a service we offer.) We only set up GPS wireless systems. We do not install buried-wire fences. GPS needs no digging, which is why people use it on HOA and canal lots; it is not a physical barrier, accuracy can drift several feet near water, buildings, or tree cover, and some products need a manufacturer tracking plan. Training is not optional. Read our GPS vs. buried-wire guide.
Often that's why people look at GPS collars here: some HOAs and gated communities restrict physical fences, and a GPS collar does not add a structure. Rules still differ by community, so check your documents and, if needed, ask the association. We don't promise any HOA will allow a given product. On canal lots, a GPS fence will not physically stop a dog from entering the water — training and supervision still matter. We show you the lot at a free demo. Read our HOA guide.
Halo, SpotOn, and Fi are popular GPS collar brands and trademarks of their owners. We are an independent installer and trainer — not an official dealer of those companies, and we don't use those names as our own. We match a leading GPS collar to your yard and dog, and we tell you the exact model and its warranty before you buy. At the free demo we can walk through how leading systems typically differ — how the boundary is drawn, whether a monthly tracking plan is required, and whether tone-and-vibration-only training is available — without selling a single brand. We offer a service, not a collar brand.
An app-based GPS fence uses a premium GPS dog collar and a boundary you draw on a map — usually in an app — instead of a wire in the ground or a physical fence. When the dog approaches the line, the collar warns, then may correct, according to the product and the settings. It is not a physical barrier, and it is not right for every dog.
No. We only set up GPS wireless systems, plus indoor wireless keep-out solutions for small yards and indoor zones. We don't dig, we don't bury wire, and we don't build a physical fence. In Collier County, buried-wire work can fall under fence licensing, and we don't offer that.
No. Some dogs blow through corrections, some need a physical fence, and some properties don't have the space. Under about 1/4 acre is usually not a fit for a GPS yard fence; about 1/4–1/3 acre we test at the demo; about 1/3 acre and up is typically a good candidate, with a 15–20 ft buffer from the house, roads, and water. A GPS fence is not for indoor use. For condos, small lots, and indoor keep-out zones we offer Small Yard & Indoor Solutions. Training is part of what we do, and we'll be honest if we think it isn't a fit. A GPS fence is not a substitute for supervision.
An optional Monthly Care Plan starts at $29/mo, with a higher tier around $49/mo. These are planning prices, not a quote, and you can cancel anytime. It includes boundary remapping when the yard or landscaping changes, refresher training visit(s), collar fit and battery health checks, priority help if the dog starts testing the line, and a seasonal check — for example, before summer storm season. Add-ons (a second dog, a vacation or second-home boundary, indoor keep-out zones) are quoted at the demo. The first 60 days of re-training after setup are already included in our setup fee.
Many GPS collars can be set to warning tones and vibration only. Static correction is optional and adjustable on some models. We start with tone and vibration. We don't claim every collar has a no-shock mode — if you prefer to train without static correction, we match a collar that supports tone-and-vibration-only training.
A GPS fence is a training aid, not a physical barrier, and no system can guarantee a dog will never leave the yard. We start with a free in-home demo and fit test, and if your yard isn't a good fit, you owe nothing. The collar carries the manufacturer's warranty; our fee covers professional setup and training, with free re-training visits for 60 days. If your property fails the GPS fit test after setup, we refund our service fee in full.
Lee and Collier counties in Southwest Florida: Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero, Fort Myers, Cape Coral, and Marco Island, including larger lots such as Golden Gate Estates. Enter your ZIP when you book a free in-home demo.
Click “Get Your GPS Dog Fence Now” to book a free in-home demo and yard fit test. Tell us about your dog, your yard, and a preferred visit day. You'll see the system work in your yard before you decide. That sends a demo request, not a paid order. You can also use the contact form, or call (239) 653-8625 — our AI phone assistant answers 24/7 and can book the demo.
Honest answers about training, candidates, signals, battery, and weather. We make no medical or health claims, and we don't promise a GPS fence will hold every dog.
Plan on about 2–3 weeks. That is typically 2–4 visits from us, plus short 10–15 minute daily sessions you do with your dog. Free re-training visits for 60 days are included.
Some dogs aren't good candidates. We tell you honestly, including at the free in-home demo. Our guarantee refunds our service fee if the property fails the GPS fit test after setup. Collar returns follow the manufacturer's policy.
We meet your dog at the free in-home demo. We may decline dogs with a history of aggression. The owner stays present and handles the leash during sessions.
GPS on the collar is receive-only. The collar's cellular radio is low power, and the device is FCC-certified like other wearables. We make no health claims.
Typically about a day to two days per charge, depending on the model and tracking settings. Charge it overnight. A dead collar means no boundary.
The manufacturer's warranty is typically 1 year. Rechargeable batteries gradually hold less charge over time. The Monthly Care Plan includes battery health checks.
These collars are built for outdoor use. Follow the manufacturer's care guidelines. We don't quote a specific water-resistance rating here, because that varies by model — we'll tell you the exact model's care instructions before you buy.
The fastest way is to book a free in-home demo — tell us about your dog and yard, and choose a visit day. You'll see it work before you decide.
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