Pat S.
My dogs and neighbor dogs used to have a daily barkfest. Not any more! This product works.
Anita P.
I was very skeptical that this product would work since we had purchased something similar in 2004 from a different manufacturer. I was hoping that the technology would be better now. Although this product doesn't work 100% of the time, it has really made a different in the amount of barking that we used to hear from our neighbor's dog. The dog clearly has separation anxiety when his peeps leave the house and would bark outdoors for long periods of time. After attaching the Dog Silencer Max to the eave of our house that faces our neighbor's yard, the dog will bark once or twice and presumably goes back inside. Of course the product doesn't goes through walls, therefore, we can't stop the dog from barking inside his home or if he goes to the opposite side of the yard.
Donte W.
This product worked immediately! This big fella would stand at the fence and bark for hours. Now, he barks once and that is it.. I kept the settings low as out houses are close together. This product works as advertised!
Jack J.
Somewhat early to positively tell if it’s working, but have noticed a big change in the neighbor’s dog’s barking and in the dog’s actions.
Russell L.
Hung it in a tree pointing at the neighbors hound dog and it’s been 2 weeks, he is still barking but not as much and the bark is way lower than normal.
Emily H.
Above and beyond the best purchase this year. Cats can now calmly relax in their own home n
Martin W.
Works great, especially with the remote
Steve R.
Extremely effective. The manic barking has been completely silenced. When the dogs do bark its short term and on the other side of the property.
This is everything its advertised to be!
vilos m.
Neighbors dog was always tied up on their back deck. Every time I opened my door that dog started barking and would continue as long as I was outside. Hooked it up, seemed to be working, every time I hit the remote the neighbors dog would go back to their back door and lay down. Dog seems to be gone, I haven't seen it in a week or so.
Janny A.
Ok—I admit I was desperate for a solution to my neighbor’s dogs barking incessantly. I have tried kindly talking to the dog owner, leaving notes on his door, calling the county ordinance enforcement agency to get the neighbor to take proper care of his animals. Improved sometimes for awhile and then it starts all over again.
I don’t hold the dogs accountable—it is the owner who is responsible for controlling his chosen pets.
I was left to trying other options within my control —so I ordered this device out of desperation.
I mounted it as described to align it with my neighbor’s yard—his dogs were watching me and barking as I secured it. And then — about 1 hour later— NO barking. It has been a week and a half —absolutely QUIET. Unless he hastily moved out, the device is working! Thought I had spent my money on a lark but this thing actually WORKS.
All I can say is THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!
Ken C.
neighbor's dogs on both side of me was more than I could take. First day it was out, the dog barked about 4 or 5 times and then (peace and) quiet!!!
Gary G.
My first order was not complete. I was contacted and the support team corrected the mistake immediately. Thank you support team.
My sisters neighbors dogs are idiots and never stop barking. The frequency has diminished to about 20% and I truly believe this machine works.
Michael P.
My dog would constantly bark after I put her out in our fenced in yard. She would signal to go out and after being out for 5 minutes would just start barking. After I put up the Dog Silencer she barked twice and has not barked once since. It has been a few weeks now and she does not bark anymore outside. Great product
Francesco A.
The ultimate barking machine has some success in stopping the dog barking
But it’s not working as good as advertised
Lucas P.
I was apprehensive because of the price, but I'm glad I got it. My dogs barking at 5am stopped the first day. She used to bark at 5am like it was her job to wake the neighborhood. It's nice to sleep in again.
Mark T.
helped reduce barking due to being overly excited
Roxanne P.
I have 4 dogs and they bark crazily when people come to the door, anyone opens the front door. With the Ultimate Bark Control, that has nearly stopped. Instead there may be a bark or two but the out of control crazy barking has ceased to exist. Thank you
Barbara B.
We moved into a new house, and my dogs started fighting at the fence with the neighbor dogs. They'd get so riled up they wouldn't even acknowledge that I was calling them until I walked right next to them to bring them in the house. Husband hung the silencer on a tree so it would sound for both ours and the neighbors dogs. The first day the silencer was put up, the dogs ran to the fence barked once, and walked away. The very few times the dogs have barked more than once, I could call them from the door and they would stop barking to come to me. A HUGE improvement. Two weeks later, it's still doing the job. In fact, sometimes the dogs don't even head for the fence, even when the other dogs are out. I consider this a major win.
Randolph K.
I live in an apartment and work during the day and my golden doodle was barking all day while I was gone. My neighbors complained. I tried a bark collar, but they often ran out of spray and were not very effective. The dog silencer was the perfect solution. No need to refill it or change batteries. I just plug it in and my dog knows not to bark. Great product!
don k.
We didn’t put it on automatic.
When he barked we would tell him to stop he always does but then he picks up on it again that’s when he gets a remote reminder and it really works. Then he goes and lays down in his doghouse and stays completely quiet for a long time.
I have tried three other devices none of them worked like this one. Thank you very much.
Deborah K.
My dogs now quiet and he does not bother the neighbors.
Perry V.
We have several areas and so does our neighbor with under ground electronic fencing. As soon as we would walk out house door all 3 of their dogs would race across their yard and start barking nonstop, the neighbor nothing to help… I setup the bark control only adjusting the height and direction a few times. 90% Barking reduction in the first few days. Its been more than 3 weeks and the neighbors dogs may run by, but they don’t bark.
Jodie W.
I have two very anxious Jack Russells that bark at everything (leaves falling off trees, birds, door bell, kids playing in the street). I’ve only had the product for one day, but so far, this has been around 90% effective in stopping my dogs barking. I am using it indoors at quarter strength sensitivity. I am absolutely thrilled! Highly recommend. Considering purchasing another one for outdoors.
Becca B.
Amazing product! An answer to prayer! We’ve tried other barking deterrent devices but this one is by far the best. So worth the money! Thank you!!
Charles L.
My Neighbors dogs would always bark really close to my bedroom window late at night and did nothing to stop it I bought this Item from you guys and it really works no more barking dogs thank you so much my friend's
jim g.
So far not much change
Neighbor has 3 dogs
Still light off anytime we are outside
Even use manual button with little satisfaction
Robert H.
Dog to my east has been to an obedience school, so he quit barking very quickly after I used it. German Shepherd to my north will take longer... he still barks but not as much and you can tell he isn't comfortable when he does. Told my brother in Michigan about it & he bought two of them! Very pleased with what I have seen so far.
Dottie W.
They right away started settling down and going to the far corner of their yard, sad when you have to train your neighbors dogs. It’s not the dogs fault. The big plus also was the remote. If one of the five dogs don’t get it and you hold that button down, all good
Andrew J.
Excellent product. I see some one/two star reviews on the website, with themes of "not working" and blaming a breed.
From the perspective of any dog, they are someone's bestest bud or good boy. They form relationships with their environment.
The dog whistle is perhaps best used in "manual" mode, where you establish presence in a brief conversation with dog.
Your conversation is dominance over misbehavior, and you are willing to share the periods of calm as neighbors.
Setting the device to auto may unduly oppress and zone out any breed. Consider only using the device to bark back.
I have been using this product across the street from multiple neighbors with large security alarms and small ankle biters.
This product works great.
paul K.
Makes my dog bark more
Christine P.
I really can’t tell if it’s working if I’m being honest…the neighbors dogs still bark at all hours of the night and we read the directions very carefully for use and placement of the device. I’m unsure if they’re pausing at times since the device makes a noise and they’re just curious or if indeed it’s irritating them. I’m hoping over time it annoys them just as much as their bark annoys us and they’ll finally just stop!
Brian J C.
I don't write many reviews, if ever. Yapping dog next door would never be quiet. Barked all the time regardless. We call it air-barking. But especially if any of us or our cat were in the back yard. Endless. I hung the Dog Silencer on the back of my house pointed over the fence into neighbor's back yard. Silence. No barking. None. I know the dogs are still alive as they bark like hell inside their house. No problem. I have my yard back and sanity as well. This things works. bc
Karen H.
My dog freaks out anytime he’s alone. Your product has helped so much. My neighbor just said his barking has improved about 85%. Thank you so much.
Danilo C.
Zero barking once I installed this… it has been weeks. amazing.
Home... B.
Put it outside the day I got it and it worked! Finally peace and quiet in the neighborhood again
Sara M.
Fantastic product!! Has saved us from the misery of the neighborhood dogs going crazy. It’s also doubling to help train our dogs too. Very grateful!!
Mary T.
I have it pointed directly at neighbors yard, seems to go thru the pvc vinyl privacy fence!
Dogs next door are much quieter. Seemed to work almost immediately.
I have 2 indoor cats, that sit out in screened porch and doesn’t seem to affect them.
Great investment and I don’t have to complain / confront Next-door neighbors.
Happy and peaceful.
Ryan B.
I am hoping it just needs more time…. Only been up for a week or so…
Veronica D.
I am sitting in my backyard as I write this review. I'm enjoying the peace and quiet again as I sip on a cold beverage. I think back to last month before I used the Dog Silencer and how miserable I was. We had dogs barking incessantly to the left, right and in back of us. The ones to the left of us were the worst. It was impossible to enjoy an evening in the yard. So I told my husband that we had to take matters into our own hands because the neighbors were oblivious to their dogs incessant barking. I don't understand how they could just ignore this behavior. Nonetheless, we researched several dog silencers and found that the Dog Silencer Max had strong positive reviews. We decided to go for it. Upon using it the first night, it really seemed to cut down how much the dogs barked. We really couldn't believe it and figured it was a coincidence. But the more we used it the quieter it became. I like to walk around with it and aim it where the barking comes from. At this time we decided not to mount it, as we have barking all around us. So I'll walk around the yard and approach the area where the nuisance is coming from and it does take a little commitment because you have to be willing to take the time to train the dogs yourself this way, but it's so worth it. Peace at last, thank god almighty, peace at last. If you are like us and really need some quiet time and dogs Barking are a nuisance I would recommend giving this a try. My husband enjoys aiming the dog silencer at the dogs when they start their routine, and he is so satisfied when they stop. It was really worth it. It's nice to find a product that really works as the claims state. Thank you Dog Silencer Max designers/developers, you've helped us so much.
leslie l.
WORKED GREAT ON FIRST DAY.. HAPPY CAMPER!!
Arthur M.
Next door dog barking excellent.
Across the street dog, has no affect
b/c there is no clear path to the dog trees & bushes block the path.
Scott N.
got it set up. I put it on audio but cant here it to know when it activates, so I taped a mirror on a pole and could barraly see green LED come on. be honest iam not sure really how well its working. I set it up next to BARK OFF unit and because of the location its very difficult to know how well its working. The dogs are still barking but give it time right.Just wish i knew for sure when it activates and how long and how often.. I will send pictures please respond after you get them. thank you. sincerely scott@volunteerangels.net
CHRISTY D C.
Didn't really help with the barking unfortunately. I expected less barking after 2 weeks. Could be the breed of dog, could be something they are just not phased with.
John E.
Next door dogs were barking on a regular basis while neighbors were home and when they were away. Installed Dog Silencer on tree next to property line and barking decreased almost immediately and now is only an infrequent occurrence. Great product.
Jesse K.
Was wondering if it would work since I have a huge shepherd and it 100% works.. not a peep out of him as long as the device is outside
Danny N.
Seems to shut the dog down pretty quickly. Sometimes 1-3 barks and then quiet. Had been fairly constant.
Keith G.
There are 3 big German Sheppards next door. Their favourite thing is expressing them selves at any sound that might be made by a living thing. They are super loud when they all bark at once. Not today. They went nuts at a Collie early thismorning and have been very vey very quiet since. The real barking is still there but the constant excess barking is gone. They want to really have to bark. This is just day one. Stoked.
James H.
The offending dog is just about at the 75' limit. When I first set it up it was detecting the barking but when I checked a few days later it was not. Since then we have been using the remote. It does seem to be working, the dog is barking much less now.
Anthony C.
This has to be the MOST AMAZING PRODUCT to ever come out since sliced bread!! I have lived in my home for over 7 years, and every night since I bought my home has been filled with non stop barking all night, every night with my neighbors "beasts of burden". A little background is my neighbors some how convinced the county I live in to allow them to run a rescue place for neglected animals (more like a concentration camp for dogs to come and die a slow painful death). They only get fed twice a day, no human interaction at all, and kept in a 5' X 5' jail cell 24/7-365 days a year. I have tried multiple times to speak to them about the all night barking with no luck. They simply do not care. Desperate early one morning (2 am I was up listening to *Fido and the quartet" howling the latest dogs version of "jingle bells" when I found this product. I work dayshift, my kid goes to school during the day and our neighbor's in the area have their lives that require a peaceful good night's sleep so I spared no expense and dropped $300 not thinking twice. I bought the dog silencer and all the accessories that I could get, plus I paid for expedited shipping. The product came when it was supposed to as I waited eagerly on the front porch for it. The UPS driver did not have eto get out of his truck, that's how fast I was getting it. Prior to that I had done all of the leg work needed to make a fast setup when it arrived. As soon as I got it, it was installed in less than 10 min. During this time these beasts from you know where we giving me a work over barking, howling, and agitating the others to join in. I kept saying to myself, "Just a little bit more and I will have my revenge"!! Set up completed, I turned it on with audio and found the "sweet spot" to where it only was triggered by their sound. The barking stopped IMMEDIATELY!!!! Not one whimper, bark, howl, nothing!!! We are talking about 5 to 6 dogs. Total silence... Use the AC outlet to ensure you get constant reinforcement training. It's been less than 24 hours since I put this thing up and you could not tell there is a dog in the area. I would 1,000 times recommend this product to anyone who has a problem like what I had. Please don't think I hate animals, because I don't, they can't help the situation they are in but I and my family will not be the ones that suffer for it. If your thinking about it, DO IT and buy your freedom of peace and quiet back that was robbed from you by inconsiderate neighbors. You will be glad you did! (I'm not getting paid for this review either, this product works)!!!
Jim F.
MUST use the remote, as the dial setting is never quite accurate enough for actually handsoff use. It will either be so sensitive the wind will activate, or not activate at all.
William B.
The Dog Silencer Max seems to have worked very well on both of my neighbors dogs. One neighbor dog in back of our home and one next door.
Simon I.
Efficient, discreet, easy to maintain.
C Douglas G.
I was all set to be disappointed. Seemed too good to be true. Well, it seems to be working! My two dachshunds are barkers. It is in their DNA ( just like digging holes). I am very pleasantly surprised. I turned the sensitivity down low so city noises wouldn’t trigger it but a close up dog bark will activate it or I just press the remote if they are out of sound range.
Birdie F.
Fantastic product and works great.
TED T.
Works great!! Also, your customer service dept is wonderful!!!
Tanner M.
I have lived in my house for over 2 years now. For those entire 2 years, my neighbors dogs have barked at me from the moment I walked into my own back yard to the moment I went inside. I have walked over to there house and asked them politely to help me out, but there was no change in behavior.
Within 2 days of setting this device up, the barking has stopped completely. I cannot believe I waited so long to get this. It is worth every penny!
Andrew B.
I set this up at the very end of the season, but right away there was a difference! Fingers crossed for next summer, but so far I highly recommend this product.
Rufus J.
3 to 4 pit bull dog, loud barking constantly day and night.
Not anymore! At least 85% less noise! Thanks
Steve A.
This device is amazing!! I have 3 dogs next door about 75 feet away that would bark 24/7. I actually
considered moving!!! Neighbors are very inconsiderate of other peoples privacy. Well it took about 3 days and it is back to how things were before the trash next door moved in! Its so quiet now! I would buy this product again!!! Its a miracle!
Christina S.
I raise dogs and have a kennel I bought two of your systems one to put outside and one to put inside the first night it seemed to be working but I haven’t noticed much of a difference since then
Roger L.
No results yet after a month.
Matthew R.
The day we brought our 5 year old Anatolian Sheppard home from the shelter the skies darkened and it started to rain. Not just any kind of rain, it was an ominous rain the lasted for over 3 months. Meat is really a sweet dog as long as you are not a cat, a deer, a deiseal truck, or any other kind of noise that might bother him. At first we thought he had turrets because he'd just be laying there all calm and all of the sudden his barking would start. We equate his barking it to the annoying car alarm that is going off in the parking lot that is being ignored. We tried everything from a spray bottle filled with holy water, Benadryl, Trazadone , nothing worked! We were desperate when we found the Ultimate Bark Control online. We ordered it and got an email saying it would be here in 2 weeks due to it being held up in Tacoma Washington. When I got an email saying it had arrived I raced home in the pouring rain that hadn't stopped since Meat can home with us. Alas Fed Ex had ruined my day because it wasn't actually there. I didn't think our life would ever be sane again. I called and emailed Good Life and they sent a replacement the next day. A few short days later the rain begin to taper off and that afternoon when I arrived home the Ultimate Bark Control was waiting on our doorstep. As soon as I plugged it in the rain completely stopped, the sun came out and birds started signing again. It was like heaven had opened up and was pouring down on us again. Needless to say Meat has stopped his car alarm barking at absolutely nothing while in our home. Now if we could get a portable one for walks in the neighborhood so he wouldn't go nuts over a Tesla driving by that would be epic! Meat still hates cats but so do I so that's a non issue as far as I'm concerned.
Thank you Good Life!
You have made the sun shine on our family again
Manuel V.
Best dog barking control I have used
Stuart J.
Made no difference at all. Not like it’s a large dog, but couldn’t position it any closer to the dog without it being in their yard. Gave it plenty of time but too long for refund so atm it’s just an expensive garden ornament. Best I can hope for now is the neighbour realises what it is and actually does something about controlling the dog.
Woodrow P.
My neighbor has a wire mariner. Doesn't constantly bark but takes spells 10-15 mins at a time of a loud bark that carries a distance in this relatively quite rural neighborhood. They're across the street but far enough away that I can't use the sensitivity adjustment because I have to set it on max (75') to be effective and too many other things are causing it to falsely go off. I've set the sensitivity on min (25') and manually set it off from inside the house with the included remote control, every time I here the dog bark. This device has been amazing and very effective using it the way I described. Just been using one week. Once in a while the dog will bark, I hit the button on the remote and barking stops immediately. If you want peace in your neighborhood, it's worth every penny.
Doug G.
Worked for a few days but dog is back to barking alot. Will be sending it back.
Vanessa S.
Device didnt even faze him. Barking did not increase or decrease. Waste of money for German Shepherds
Samantha C.
I wish a product was made that works at distances greater than the average suburban yard. We live in the country and I just don't think the range is there, even with the amplifying cone. So far I don't notice much of a difference, but that is probably because of the distance and presence of trees and brush that block the path.
Douglas H.
It has reduced the neighbor's dog barking by 90%.
Gary N.
Before getting this the dogs wouldn't shut up. I advised the owner to do something about it or something would happen. I purchased this little item And believe you me it works. It's gonna take a while for them to get adjusted adjusted to the sounds that's that's driving them nuts. The owner doesn't know what's going on And I'm not going to tell her she should have listened Thank you for such a wonderful item and I highly Recommend this to anyone
Chris R.
We have neighbor dogs from different directions barking at different times. The remote is wonderful for this situation!
William B.
Neighbors dogs are let out to fend for themselves. They bark all the time. My family and myself cannot sit out on the patio without being barked at and have to go back inside.
We couldn't tell any difference with the Bark machine and were dissapointed. We call the police, write emails, letters etc. Next will be legal action.
Unfortunately the Dog Silencer didn't appear to have any effect.
Thank you,
William Banaszek
Elizabeth G.
I have a pug and shenloves to bark at anything and anyone. Since purchasing this device, we have noticed the difference immediately. I would definitely recommend to family and friends.
Jay Z.
It’s wonderful to sleep at night again!
B A.
Have two dogs. When one barks more the other, one is always scratching his hears or yawning because if the device. But the barking g dog never stops barking
Kenneth M.
Beware of employing this device because it is a strong device to use if the dogs are having a hard time adjusting to barking less. I used this on my neighbor's dog who was barking so dang much that it was hard to concentrate on anything at my home desktop office. That along with the coverplate that it fits into is a combo that should end the dogs barking, short of calling the police for unnecessary noise. Awesome combo but if the neighbor two houses away has dogs curbing their barking then it could be a tad too much. I do not want to make any dog miserable, hence will use the least invasive means to stop their barking for the one causing the irritation next door.
Mark C.
It seems to work very well.
It definitely needs to be “ line of site” installed.
Had to move for best installation
Julie S.
I haven't used this part yet, as I gave been carrying the devise to different areas where the dog is, but glad to have it in case I decide to hang it.
Julie S.
Our dog barks at people in the neighboring school yard. Fortunately the school track has a fence and we have a fence, but he is still annoying. When I turn on the bark control, he turns and looks at me. This may take awhile for him to calm down but I have noticed he returns to me on the deck, but he still starts barking. It'll take time I think.
Sandra S.
One of the dogs quit barking, but the other was impervious to it, even on the highest setting. I hope they eventually get used to it and stop barking and whining a lot.
Steve H.
This device does trigger for a dog next door. Not sure if it's going to be effective or not. Leaving it in "audible" mode to hopefully annoy the neighbor as well as the dog with ultrasound.
Adam S.
It doesn’t seem to work at all. Dogs still bark non stop. It was worth a shot
mark p.
The ultra-sonic signal could be stronger, it seems not to work as well as the audio signal.
Troy T.
We live in a neighborhood where we are essentially on top of our neighbors. One of our neighbors shouldn't even own dogs, but alas, she does. Two of them, and they are outside on their deck (only) basically all day. And they bark...incessantly. They bark when I go outside to grill; they bark when I get home from work; they bark when we unload groceries; they bark when the kids are outside; they bark when there's nothing outside. She leaves them home while she leaves for the weekend and they yip for days, hoping to get back inside. We have been at our wits end for a year or more. We read reviews and decided to give this a shot. At this point, we had nothing to lose. After two-three weeks, my conclusions this: It's not perfect, but it is effective. We were looking for new homes and now we aren't. That's all I can ask. I imagine it will get better over time, but we are very pleased and thankful for this product, as it has dramatically decreased (almost eliminated) the mindless barking at nothing, and definitely has made a dent in the other occurrences as well. Thank you!
Steven S.
Been using it for almost 2 weeks and no difference going to give it another 2 weeks if no results I’m going to return it
Alan S.
Meh, kinda works. You may have a better experience.
Susan R.
It doesn’t make me confident that it’s working like I want it to. I want absolute compliance/silence and that’s not the case.
Rick B.
Little dog still will not stop barking I guess that is ok because the other two goes to the other side of the yard to bark.
Lauren V.
The dog silencer Max worked beautifully, dogs quieted right down. life is good
Patrick D.
The dog was looking all around when he barked so the owner spotted the device and has now kept the dog in. He is now barking indoors very loud. Pitty it don’t work through glass patio doors. It’s a very good device. Thanks Patrick in Northern Ireland.
Joan H.
Best product ever!!!!!! Keep up the good work.
Jeffrey E.
Does not seem to work on my neighbors dogs, definitely effects my dog even though he doesn’t bark, maybe sending back. Trying to move it around and mess with settings but so far no help
Edmund S.
the little dog in the yard opposite mine is left out for hours and doesn't stop barking..the owners don't care..it also sets off other dogs barking.i called customer service and they guided me on how to set up my device. CS told me the most important thing is to have it pointed directly at the area of the barking dog without anything blocking it..So far it works GREAT..i can sleep at night with no early morning barking.i can relax in my yard and hear myself think..So far i love this device
Asten B.
I was VERY skeptical about this product. The 60 day mint back helped ease my mind. And you have to keep in mind it might not work on all dogs. That being said I was expecting three weeks for it take effect. NOPE! It started working right away! Even worked through the fence. Both dogs (1 small, 1 medium) have stopped barking and I’m not getting woken up at night! Problem solved without ever having an awkward conversation with the neighbors.
Kirsten H.
Died in the first rain storm. Didn’t survive being outside.
David
After asking nicely, our neighbors did nothing to address their constantly barking dog (from 7:15 am - noon every day). Both my wife and I work from home. I ordered the Dog Silencer Max. After three days (doesn’t work immediately as dogs have to lean what’s causing irritation), no more barking! Neighbors requested after 2 1/2 months to see if he’d been trained so gave it a try. A week later, back to barking self. They weren’t happy it went back up … but If they can’t keep their dog quiet, my Dog Silencer Max will!
Char N.
I bought this with the hope of getting some relief from my neighbors dog who barks up to 5 hrs a day when she leaves for work. Yes I've spoken to her about it several times. People become defensive about their pets. Anyway, the dog is always inside one of those small Ceasar dogs but if she gets spooked she begins to bark uncontrollably. The neighbor had already mentioned the dog has separation anxiety and "barks at the wind". I said you need to get her some help. I dont think it's fair to me to have to hear a barking dog all day when I'm not at work. I deliver mail and get paid to hear dogs bark. I don't want to pay my mortgage company to hear my neighbors dog bark. Make sense? This device DOES NOTHING! However, when I take it with me to work it does quiet the rowdier ones when they come within 5 feet. So I guess in a sense it works but not in the way it was advertised. Not worth the money I paid.
