SideWalker SW-5
Walking Shouldnât Be a Drag
The SideWalkerÂŽ Leash Trainer is a gentle and reliable way to create a more enjoyable on-leash experience for you and your dog. More walking, less pulling, and more time together side-by-side.
Collar Features
5 Adjustable Settings
The 5 adjustable settings include a vibration setting, 3 electrical stimulation settings, and a Progressive setting that begins with vibration and gradually progresses from Low to High if the dog continues to pull.
Progressive Levels
When the dog pulls, the level of the vibration or electrical stimulation (for that setting) gradually increases. When the dog stops pulling, the SideWalker resets to the lowest level for that setting.
Long-Lasting Battery
The long-lasting, easy-to-recharge battery typically stays charged for several days.
Low Battery Indicator
Lets you know when it is time to recharge.
Lightweight & Water-Resistant
Because dogs will be dogs.
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What Our Customers Say
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Tom KochanMay 12, 2025A great experience and the product works as expected.Posted on Google
Jeni O'ConnorMay 3, 2025Whenever something goes wrong with our dogwatch collars, receivers or fence, Metro East DogWatch is incredibly helpful, prompt and efficient in setting things right! I canât recommend them enough.Posted on Google
Kate SteffensApril 24, 2025Great service! Quick install and kind, professional service!Posted on Google
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Karen RichOctober 8, 2024Our dog is now safe to run in our yard without us worrying he might get hit by a car. Being able to run has calmed him down.Posted on Google
Amy Longnecker-WilliamsOctober 7, 2024The technician was so helpful and did an amazing job.Posted on Google
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Linda LaskowskiApril 20, 2024I've had my DogWatch system for 14 years. Highly recommend Metro-East DogWatch. They have great customer service, as well. No issues with the system whatsoever. They send replacement batteries quickly.
Custom Designed With Your Pet in Mind.
No two dogs are alike, and every dog has their own unique behavioral challenges. Our trained experts will work with you to create a reliable, custom-tailored solution for your pet and your family.
You Asked, We Answered
The SideWalker is used to train dogs to walk on a leash without pulling and to reinforce appropriate leash walking behavior.
A sensor under the collar strap on the SideWalker is triggered by pressure when the dog pulls on the leash (or when you pull the leash to direct the dog into the desired position.) When the sensor is activated, the dog receives either a vibration or a stimulation. The SideWalker should be set to a level that is just enough to distract the dog from the pulling behavior. Most dogs learn quickly that the sensation stops when the pulling stops.
Several variables affect how quickly your dogâs behavior will change, most notably the personality of your dog and the environment in which you are training the dog. Most dogs begin to understand the relationship between pulling and the vibration/stimulation after several activations of the collar. The pulling behavior diminishes quickly in some dogs and more gradually in others. If there is no noticeable change in pulling behavior after a reasonable trial period, check the collar to make sure the fit is good and the contact posts are the correct size. If collar fit is appropriate and the dog continues to pull, the SideWalker setting should be increased one level.
The SideWalker is safe and effective on dogs as small as 6 pounds.
We recommend waiting until the dog is 4-6 months old.
The components in the SideWalker are specified to operate from minus 25 degrees (F) to 125 degrees (F). A significant and rapid change in temperature may temporarily disrupt some of the SideWalker functions until the device adjusts to the new temperature level.