My Dogs Wouldn’t Stop Barking—Until a Neighbour Placed This Device on My Doorstep
Updated: Jun. 03, 2024
It was definitely a surprise, but it ended up being a good one!
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Many of us have been in the uncomfortable position of dealing with a neighbor whose dogs just won’t stop barking. After recently moving into a new apartment, though, my dogs were the source of the problem. To be fair, it was a new environment for my three pups—two chihuahuas and a Russell terrier/chihuahua mix—and we were all going through a major life transition, so you can’t really blame them for wanting to bark it out.
I realized I was that neighbor and was made aware of the barking issue when one of my neighbors introduced herself and apologized for asking me to keep the dogs quiet. She explained that she worked from home daily and that my dogs would bark for hours while I was at work. I completely understood her frustration and wanted to remedy the issue ASAP. The Sunbeam Sonic Egg Dog Bark Control Device solved all of my problems.
What is the Sunbeam Sonic Egg Dog Bark Control Device?
VIA MERCHANT
We tried it
Sunbeam Sonic Egg Ultrasonic Bark Control Device
This weatherproof, pet-friendly device is easy to use and helps control barking at home or on the go.
Any owner of dogs who incessantly bark knows this is easier said than done. I tried positive rewards, redirection, extra walks, crating, not crating and toys for weeks. Nothing worked. And then, one day, a mysterious device appeared on my patio. After some research, I realized that it was a Sunbeam Sonic Egg Ultrasonic Bark Control Device and that one of my neighbors must have placed it there!
At first, I was freaked out because it almost looks like a camera, and that’s a really creepy thing to have to show up on your doorstep. However, once I learned what it was, I felt differently. Essentially, the Sonic Egg emits a “pet-friendly ultrasonic sound”—a noise that humans can’t hear and doesn’t hurt your dog. When barking occurs, nearby pups want to cease barking pronto. The sound works in a 50-foot radius, which was plenty for my needs. It cut back the barking substantially. Here are some other ways to get your dog to stop barking—without yelling.
Sunbeam Sonic Egg Dog Bark Control Device features
The Sunbeam Sonic Egg Dog Bark Control Device is powerful enough to stop barking but small enough to use at home or on the go. It has a weatherproof shell, ensuring that you use it regardless of the weather, and it has an LED indicator light that turns red when it needs a new battery. The device has three different radius settings—15 feet, 30 feet and 50 feet—so you can control the extent of its reach. It’s pet-friendly, meaning it’s safe for use with all dogs and does not harm them in any way while in use.
How we tested it
All but one of my dogs responded to the device—and the doorbell still set them all off—but overall, it really helped calm them down 90% of the time when they were particularly on edge. The Egg also gave me peace of mind because it didn’t involve a “punishment,” like a shock collar or shaming them would have. I also liked its consistency, knowing that it would still be doing its thing even when I wasn’t home.
Pros
- Does not harm dogs in any way
- Silent to humans
- Helps stop barking of all dogs in earshot, not just your own
- Works for all breeds
- Safe for dogs of all ages
- Weatherproof
- Lightweight and portable
Cons
- Does not correct underlying behavior issues that cause barking
- Range of only 50 feet
FAQ
Do ultrasonic anti-dog barking devices work?
While ultrasonic anti-dog barking devices may be effective at helping deter dog barking, they do not address the underlying behavioral issues that cause dogs to bark in the first place.
How does the Sunbeam Ultrasonic Egg Dog Bark Control Device work?
The Sunbeam Ultrasonic Egg Dog Bark Control Device emits a pet-friendly ultrasonic sound, a frequency only audible to dogs, to stop the barking and restore peace and quiet.
Is it ok to use ultrasonic noise to stop my dog from barking?
Ultrasonic noise is pet-friendly and can be very helpful in stopping your dog from barking. Using an ultrasonic noise device may help stop your neighbor’s dogs from barking.
What other reviewers had to say
For some, the Sunbeam Ultrasonic Egg Dog Bark Control Device is a must-have device for helping reduce dog barking. Chewy user Michaela writes, “We have used this as a training tool instead of a ‘turn it on to make her stop,’ and it’s helped us so much. We say quiet, she doesn’t stop, we turn it on. It rings once, and we turn it off. The next time we say quiet, she looks at the egg and lays down. She now signals her needs quietly by pawing at what she needs.”
Chewy user Charlene writes, “Sometimes my grand doggie goes on a barking spree. And in the house, it is very loud! So I bought this to help when we doggie-sit. She went on a barking spree, so I turned it on. One bark was all it took for her to be quiet! When we told my son, he immediately said, ‘Where can I get one?’ So we are ordering another for him.”
Final verdict
I would definitely recommend the Sunbeam Sonic Egg Dog Bark Control Device if you’re at your wits’ end with a barking dog (or three of them). Or perhaps if you have a neighbor whose dogs just won’t stay quiet, you could mysteriously drop off one on their porch. Just leave a kind note with it so they don’t have to go through the whole creeped-out “What is this thing?!” period like I did! Next, find out why one owner swears by a ThunderShirt to deal with her dog’s anxiety.
Where to buy the Sunbeam Sonic Egg Dog Bark Control Device
VIA MERCHANT
We tried it
Sunbeam Sonic Egg Ultrasonic Bark Control Device
Use this ultrasonic device to deter not only your own dog's barking, but your neighbors' dogs as well.
The Sunbeam Sonic Egg Ultrasonic Bark Control Device retails for $47.99, but some retailers, including Chewy and Petsmart, have it discounted to $39.99.
