GPS Tracker for Dogs - What you need to know
The GPS system offers many advantages to everyone when it comes to navigation and positioning. But GPS trackers for dogs and cats are no less interesting for pet owners. There are many different reasons why a four-legged friend might run away.
Contents: GPS tracker for dogs
- Reasons for GPS trackers
- Four good reasons for GPS trackers
- How a GPS tracker for dogs works
- What to look for when buying
- GPS tracker models
- Conclusion
Reasons for GPS trackers
This can easily happen, especially on vacation , if the owner is not yet familiar with the new terrain, is very skittish, or the cat curiously sneaks through an open window into a cellar or shed and then does not come out.
Of course, there are also animal catchers who can offer their support. The pet owner then no longer has to go searching or spend anxious hours of uncertainty, but with the help of a GPS dog tracker, he can easily locate his furry friend and bring him home quickly and safely.
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Four good reasons for GPS trackers
- The “geofence” reports the dog’s immediate escape. This means that the dog is virtually fenced in. If the animal leaves the property for any reason, the owner is immediately notified.
- If you want to take your dog on holiday with you, you can also use the online tracking abroad without any problems. Using so-called built-in M2M maps, routes outside Germany are recorded and alarms are activated.
- Theft protection using GPS trackers. Some thieves specialize in expensive pedigree dogs.
- Route tracking, so everyone can trace the route hiked with the dog.
How a GPS tracker for dogs works
You can buy a wide variety of GPS trackers for dogs on the market. The GPS trackers available on the market have a wide variety of functions, qualities and special features.
In addition, GPS trackers for dogs are shaped differently. But GPS trackers and GPS collars all work with GPS technology and therefore function according to the same principle.
What to look for when buying
Dog owners should pay attention to the following when buying: That the device can be securely and easily attached to the dog's collar or harness. The GPS tracker should be as small and light as possible so that it does not disturb the four-legged friend.
In order for the GPS transmitters for dogs to be used correctly, a tracking radius or tracking options should be available. The GPS device should be waterproof, for the water rats among the furry friends.
There are GPS systems that can be used within a certain range, but there are also trackers that operate worldwide. Of course, there are price differences.
GPS tracker models
Tractive GPS Tracker Classic
Price: approx. 31,03€
Subscription required, starting at 3.75 euros per month
Additional function: Geofencing
Battery life 2-5 days
GPS mobile network
Simmotrade TKstar 911
Price: 62,90€
Card is required
Additional function: Geofencing, live tracking, history
Battery life 5 days
GPS mobile network
Prothelis Greta
Price: 79,00€
Subscription required, starting at 3.79 euros per month
Additional function: Geofencing, speed limit, temperature measurement
Battery life 5 days
GPS mobile network
Kippy Vita
Price: 29,00€
Subscription required, starting at 2.99 euros per month
Additional function: Live tracking, activity tracking
Battery life 10 days
GPS mobile network, WLAN, Bluetooth
Weenect
Price: 49,90€
Subscription required, starting at 3.50 euros per month
Additional function: Training, Geofencing
Battery life 10 days
GPS mobile network
Conclusion
It is a fine technology that can of course be used in a variety of ways. It is therefore certainly not a bad idea to have at least one of these small GPS receivers in the house. In your local area, this may not be so important for your dog, but when you are on holiday, knowing your dog's exact location is something you don't want to miss if, against all expectations, he has run away. These practical helpers definitely make sense for hunters and their hunting dogs !
