K9 Precision makes the Precision Training Collar, a dog-training tool developed by Mitch Fletcher after more than 15 years of training dogs for the public. Designed as an alternative to traditional prong collars, the collar combines flat-buckle ease of use with adjustable intensity and a focus on safe, effective communication. The company also supports its equipment with Foundation Style Dog Training, a 10-level approach developed in partnership with professional trainer Mike D'Abruzzo.
DT SystemsSince 1983, DT Systems has built its identity around durable, dog-tested training gear for handlers working at home or in the field. The Dallas company serves pet owners and hunting enthusiasts with equipment designed for obedience, upland training, and waterfowl work.CINCINNATI, OH
BAYDOGFounded by Marine veteran Barton O’Brien after a Chesapeake Bay walk with his puppy Walter, BAYDOG makes dog gear for active outings, from everyday harnesses to life jackets. The Annapolis-based company began with the Pack-N-Go Bag, an invention that solved the messy problem of carrying a tennis ball, treats and waste bags at once, and it remains veteran owned and operated. BAYDOG also pairs select harnesses with its Find My Owner registration system to help reunite lost dogs with their families.STEVENSVILLE, MD
AveriaFounded by Yury and Ekaterina after they opened a veterinary clinic for their own dog, Averia makes smart GPS collars and connected accessories that help owners monitor a dog’s location, activity, and safety. The company grew out of veterinary practice and six years of research and development, pairing its collar hardware with an app for global tracking, virtual Safe Zones, and shared care. Averia says its collar was built from scratch six times before the team was satisfied with the result.NEW YORK, NY
Dog GuardBorn from a family’s loss of a German Shepherd, Dog Guard has made electronic pet-containment systems in Troy, New York, since 1988. This second-generation family business uses North American-made components and performs final assembly and testing in-house, then supports installations and pet training through a network of locally owned Dog Guard Pros across the country. Its FreedomPro system is designed for precise underground boundaries, including small yards and tight spaces, with a rechargeable collar offering up to 30 days of battery life.WARRINGTON, PA