Wireless dog fence for 2 dogs: what it really costs
A second dog means a second collar and often a second plan: the real 3-year cost of fencing two dogs.
Halo Collar 49.2/10Read the review
Every GPS fence we compare needs one collar per dog, and plans are per collar too. So a second dog roughly doubles the bill, except where a brand sells a cheaper add-on collar (PetSafe Stay & Play, Garmin, Dogtra). Here is the 3-year cost for two dogs, before any multi-dog promotion.
Two dogs, three years
| Device | Second collar | 3-year total, 2 dogs |
|---|---|---|
| PetSafe Customizable GPS | Second kit | $400 |
| PetSafe Stay & Play | Extra receiver $159.99 | $485 |
| Pawious XEdge | Second kit | $518 |
| PawTronic Pro Series 2 | Second kit | $558 |
| Tractive DOG 6 | Second tracker and plan | $854 |
| Halo Collar 4 | Second collar and plan | $1,487 |
| PetSafe Guardian GPS 2.0 | Second collar and plan | $1,494 |
| Invisible Fence GPS Flex | Second collar and plan | $1,594 |
| Halo Collar 5 | Second collar and plan | $1,687 |
| SpotOn Nova with tracking | Second collar and plan | $2,561 |
Totals use the device prices and cheapest published billing cycles read on November 9, 2026, with no promo code or multi-dog discount. Try other combinations in the cost calculator.
Things to check with two dogs
- Both dogs must fit: minimum weights range from 5 lb (Stay & Play) to 20 lb (PetSafe Customizable, Pawious).
- Shared fences: on Halo, the number of fences depends on the plan tier, not the number of dogs.
- Train them one at a time: a dog that has learned the tone can help, but start each dog alone.
Two dogs over five years
Plans keep running, so the gap between cheap and premium setups widens with time. Five-year totals for two dogs, same rules as above:
| Device | 2 dogs, 3 years | 2 dogs, 5 years |
|---|---|---|
| PetSafe Customizable GPS | $400 | $400 |
| PetSafe Stay & Play | $485 | $485 |
| PawTronic Pro Series 2 | $558 | $558 |
| Tractive DOG 6 | $854 | $878 |
| PetSafe Guardian GPS 2.0 | $1,494 | $1,890 |
| Halo Collar 4 | $1,487 | $1,907 |
| Invisible Fence GPS Flex | $1,594 | $1,990 |
| Halo Collar 5 | $1,687 | $2,107 |
| SpotOn Nova, no tracking plan | $1,998 | $1,998 |
PetSafe Customizable GPS Dog Fence8.5/10Read the review
When your dogs are different sizes
A Lab and a Yorkie in the same yard is common, and it narrows the choice. Every collar has to fit the smaller dog. Minimum weights: 5 lb for the Stay & Play, 7.9 lb for PawTronic, 10 lb for Halo and the PetSafe Guardian GPS 2.0, 15 lb for SpotOn, 20 lb for the PetSafe Customizable and Pawious. On the larger dog, check the top of the neck range too: Halo goes to 30.5 in, SpotOn's Nova to 26 in.
Mixing brands is possible, since each collar stores its own fence, but you then run two apps and two sets of chargers. One brand for both dogs is simpler.
Wireless (radio) dog fencePetSafe Stay & Play Compact Wireless FenceWhich setup fits which household
- Two small dogs, a modest round yard: the PetSafe Stay & Play, about $485 for both dogs over three years, from 5 lb and with no plan.
- Two dogs, half an acre or more, no monthly bill: two PawTronic Pro Series 2 collars, about $558, from 7.9 lb.
- Two dogs, a small or odd-shaped yard, tracking wanted: two Halo Collar 4 collars, about $1,487 over three years with two Bronze plans.
- Two dogs, big open land, longest battery: two PetSafe Guardian GPS 2.0 collars (up to 70 hours each), about $1,494, if your cell coverage is good.
- Two hunting dogs: one Garmin Alpha 300 handheld tracks up to 20 dogs; a second TT 25 collar is $349.99, about $1,500 for both.
Totals are only half the decision. Before ordering two of anything, check that both dogs fit the brand's weight and neck range, that your yard meets its minimum size, and how long its return window is: Halo offers a 90-day satisfaction guarantee, SpotOn 90-day returns, PetSafe 45 days on petsafe.com and PawTronic 30 days for unused items.
Whatever you choose, budget a charging spot for two collars. Fence collars here last from about 18 to 80 hours per charge, so two collars means two cables every night or two.
GPS dog fencePawTronic Pro Series 2Figures from official manufacturer pages and US prices checked on November 9, 2026. Images: manufacturers. How we score: see our methodology.
Our selection
Three rated collars mentioned in this guide, with their 3-year cost.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest wireless dog fence for 2 dogs?
Of the fences we compare, the PetSafe Customizable GPS (two kits, about $400) and the PetSafe Stay & Play (kit plus an extra $159.99 receiver, about $485), both with no plan.
Do I need two subscriptions for two dogs?
Yes for Halo, PetSafe Guardian GPS 2.0, Invisible Fence, Fi and Tractive: plans are per collar.
Can two dogs share one GPS fence boundary?
Yes. Each collar stores the boundary and works on its own, so two dogs can play inside the same fence. You draw it once per collar or once per account depending on the brand's app.
Which wireless fence is best for a big dog and a small dog?
It has to fit the small one. Here the Stay & Play (from 5 lb) and PawTronic (from 7.9 lb) go lowest; Halo starts at 10 lb with a neck range up to 30.5 in for the big dog.
Is there a multi-dog discount on GPS dog fences?
Sometimes, and these offers change. Our totals leave them out. Check the brand's store on the day you buy, and compare against a cheaper add-on collar where the brand sells one.
Can two dogs share one GPS collar?
No. Each dog needs its own collar; the fence is stored in each collar and plans are billed per collar.
