{"product_id":"automatic-citronella-bark-collar","title":"Auto Citronella Bark Collar, Upgraded Humane Anti Barking Collar for Dogs with 3 Spray Levels","description":"\u003c!-- ═══════════════════════════════════\n     JSON-LD STRUCTURED DATA\n     Paste into theme.liquid — NOT the description field\n     ═══════════════════════════════════ --\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"product-description\" style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; max-width: 760px; line-height: 1.85; font-size: 16px; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome dogs need a little help, and sometimes you need that help to work on its own — no remote in your pocket, no timing it manually, no standing at the window waiting for the right moment. That's what this collar is for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- ── SECTION 1 ── --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.15em; margin-top: 1.8em; margin-bottom: 0.4em; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eHow the automatic bark detection works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe collar's built-in sensor detects your dog's bark and releases a short burst of citronella mist automatically — no input from you required. The lemongrass scent is non-toxic and harmless; it works by briefly distracting your dog at the moment the barking starts, breaking the cycle without any shock, pain, or punishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sensor is calibrated primarily for higher-pitched barking, which is typical in small and medium-sized dogs. If you have a deeper-voiced breed, the collar may not trigger as consistently — something worth knowing before you buy. For those dogs, the sensitivity adjustment (more on that below) can help, though results may vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- ── SECTION 2 ── --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.15em; margin-top: 1.8em; margin-bottom: 0.4em; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eThree sensitivity levels\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe collar has three sensitivity settings, which matters more than it sounds. Set it too high and it may trigger from background noise — another dog barking nearby, or a loud television. Set it too low and your dog's bark won't register at all. Most owners find the right level within the first day or two of use. A good starting point: set it to the lowest level first, then bark at the collar yourself a few times (yes, really) to test the trigger point before putting it on your dog.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- ── SECTION 3 ── --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.15em; margin-top: 1.8em; margin-bottom: 0.4em; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eBattery and build\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe built-in lithium-ion battery lasts up to 60 days on a full charge — significantly longer than most collars in this category, and long enough that you're not thinking about it constantly. Charging takes around two to three hours via the standard charge cable included in the box. The strap is 30 inches long, fully adjustable, and made from a breathable polyester weave that holds up well with daily use. It fits dogs from 5 lbs to 60 lbs, which covers most small and medium breeds comfortably. The collar is IPX5 waterproof, so wet walks aren't a concern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- ── SECTION 4 — First-person E-E-A-T signal ── --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.15em; margin-top: 1.8em; margin-bottom: 0.4em; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eHow we got on with it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFigo is a cocker spaniel with a well-developed opinion about most things, including strangers at the gate and dogs he spots from the upstairs window. We tried this collar when we wanted something that would work without us having to be in the room. The automatic detection took a session or two to get right — the sensitivity needed adjusting before it was catching his bark reliably without false triggers — but once dialled in, it worked consistently. The 60-day battery is genuinely useful; it's the kind of thing you put on and forget about rather than charge every week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- ── SECTION 5 — Trustworthiness \/ usage guidance ── --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.15em; margin-top: 1.8em; margin-bottom: 0.4em; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eGetting the best out of it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike any bark collar, this works best alongside training rather than instead of it. Use it during the periods when you can't actively supervise — not as an all-day solution. Don't leave it on for more than 12 hours at a stretch, and check the citronella canister regularly so you're not running on empty without realising. If you're unsure which sensitivity level to start on, or if the collar doesn't seem to be triggering correctly for your dog's bark, get in touch and we'll help you work through it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- ── SPECS TABLE ── --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.15em; margin-top: 1.8em; margin-bottom: 0.6em; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 0.95em;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f4f4f4; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px 14px; border-bottom: 2px solid #ddd; width: 38%;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px 14px; border-bottom: 2px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eAutomatic bark sensor · calibrated for higher-pitched barking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensitivity levels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e3 adjustable levels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpray\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eCitronella (lemongrass) · non-toxic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBattery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eBuilt-in lithium-ion · up to 60 days · charges in 2–3 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWaterproofing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eIPX5 (rain and splash resistant)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrap\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e30 inches · adjustable · breathable polyester weave\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eDogs weighing 5–60 lbs · best suited to small and medium breeds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn the box\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003eCollar · Citronella spray refill can · Charge cable · User manual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- ── FAQ BLOCK ── --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.15em; margin-top: 1.8em; margin-bottom: 0.6em; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" style=\"margin-bottom: 1.2em;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\" style=\"font-size: 1em; margin-bottom: 0.3em; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWill the collar trigger from other dogs barking nearby?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"text\" style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eIt can, depending on the sensitivity setting. The sensor picks up sound and vibration from your dog's throat as well as the bark itself, which helps filter out external noise — but no automatic bark collar is completely immune to false triggers. Starting on the lowest sensitivity setting and adjusting from there will help you find the right balance for your environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" style=\"margin-bottom: 1.2em;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\" style=\"font-size: 1em; margin-bottom: 0.3em; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMy dog has a deep bark — will this collar work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"text\" style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eThe sensor is calibrated primarily for higher-pitched barking, which is most common in small and medium-sized dogs. If your dog has a deeper bark — common in larger breeds — the collar may not detect every bark reliably. If you're unsure, get in touch before ordering and we can help you decide if this is the right fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" style=\"margin-bottom: 1.2em;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\" style=\"font-size: 1em; margin-bottom: 0.3em; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHow do I know when the citronella needs refilling?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"text\" style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eThe collar will trigger but produce a weaker or dry spray when the canister is running low. Check the refill level every few days during active use. The collar comes with one citronella spray refill can, and replacement canisters are available separately from Calmshops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" style=\"margin-bottom: 1.2em;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\" style=\"font-size: 1em; margin-bottom: 0.3em; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eIs this collar safe to use every day?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"text\" style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eYes, with sensible limits. Don't leave it on for more than 12 hours continuously, and give your dog a break from it when you're at home and can supervise directly. The citronella spray is non-toxic and safe for daily use within these guidelines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" style=\"margin-bottom: 1.2em;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\" style=\"font-size: 1em; margin-bottom: 0.3em; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDoes it work in the rain?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"text\" style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eYes. The collar is rated IPX5, which means it handles rain and splashes without damage — suitable for everyday outdoor use in UK weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\" style=\"font-size: 1em; margin-bottom: 0.3em; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHow long does the battery last and how do I charge it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"text\" style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eThe built-in lithium-ion battery lasts up to 60 days on a full charge. Charging takes approximately 2–3 hours via the included charge cable. The collar fits all standard refill ports, so third-party citronella canisters are compatible too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- END FAQ --\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- END PRODUCT DESCRIPTION --\u003e","brand":"Calmshops.co.uk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45087390367968,"sku":"AutoCS001","price":34.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0491\/2617\/8983\/files\/auto-citronella-bark-collar-upgraded-humane-anti-barking-collar-for-dogs-with-3-spray-levels-915942.jpg?v=1733759116","url":"https:\/\/www.calmshops.co.uk\/products\/automatic-citronella-bark-collar","provider":"Calmshops.co.uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}