Dogs are known to run away, especially if you are moving to a new place or the dog is new to your family. Sometimes dogs are just curious and enjoy running away. They are also fast and can be hard to find. This is why a dog GPS system can be essential and save you a lot of trouble.
The simplest, least expensive way is with a GPS collar. They look like regular collars, only they have a small protruding piece that looks a little like a Blue Tooth phone. This is the GPS system. It is tough and can stand up to many things a dog can get into. They are waterproof and lightweight so a dog will probably not even know it has one on.
Your half of the system looks like a normal GPS that you would hook into your car. It has a screen with a map on it. A great feature is your specifically designed 'safety zones'. You can pick locations via satellite where you want your dog to stay or you really do not want them to go. If there is movement into or out of any of these zones, you will be alerted immediately.
Your zones can be very narrow, since the system and new satellite technology are so exact. The alerts come in the manner of your choosing and are instantaneous. This allows you to better train your dog since you can 'catch it in the act' and condition it better. It also may save your dog's life or keep it from getting too far away.
If you are a particular worry-wart or do not trust the system to alert you, your other option is to have a constant watch on your dog. This means that you can keep a continual eye on its whereabouts. Updates can come as soon as five minute intervals. You can also see its history--where it has been on any particular date and for how long.
The system is on a battery system, so make sure the battery is well-charged or replaced right when it needs to be. There is a great customer support center to help you with tricky situations. If you are going to buy the system, keep in mind that it is easier with bigger dogs. The bigger the dog, the less likely they will be able to slip off their collar and the less likely they will notice the system is even attached.
If your dog is very small and likes to run away, it can be difficult to find. The collar is also not a good option, so what are you to do? You can always get a chip implanted. It is a minor surgery that will not hurt the dog. The chip just goes under the skin. It is more expensive than the collar and certainly has some problems as it cannot locate your pet.
However, the technology is really improving in the area of chips. It is also great for cats or other animals too small for the collar. Discuss this option with your vet.
The simplest, least expensive way is with a GPS collar. They look like regular collars, only they have a small protruding piece that looks a little like a Blue Tooth phone. This is the GPS system. It is tough and can stand up to many things a dog can get into. They are waterproof and lightweight so a dog will probably not even know it has one on.
Your half of the system looks like a normal GPS that you would hook into your car. It has a screen with a map on it. A great feature is your specifically designed 'safety zones'. You can pick locations via satellite where you want your dog to stay or you really do not want them to go. If there is movement into or out of any of these zones, you will be alerted immediately.
Your zones can be very narrow, since the system and new satellite technology are so exact. The alerts come in the manner of your choosing and are instantaneous. This allows you to better train your dog since you can 'catch it in the act' and condition it better. It also may save your dog's life or keep it from getting too far away.
If you are a particular worry-wart or do not trust the system to alert you, your other option is to have a constant watch on your dog. This means that you can keep a continual eye on its whereabouts. Updates can come as soon as five minute intervals. You can also see its history--where it has been on any particular date and for how long.
The system is on a battery system, so make sure the battery is well-charged or replaced right when it needs to be. There is a great customer support center to help you with tricky situations. If you are going to buy the system, keep in mind that it is easier with bigger dogs. The bigger the dog, the less likely they will be able to slip off their collar and the less likely they will notice the system is even attached.
If your dog is very small and likes to run away, it can be difficult to find. The collar is also not a good option, so what are you to do? You can always get a chip implanted. It is a minor surgery that will not hurt the dog. The chip just goes under the skin. It is more expensive than the collar and certainly has some problems as it cannot locate your pet.
However, the technology is really improving in the area of chips. It is also great for cats or other animals too small for the collar. Discuss this option with your vet.
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Anyone who has lost a pet knows how helpful a dog tracking system can be. If you use a pet GPS, you can easily locate a missing or stolen animal.
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