Thinking about getting your dog a GPS tracker but not sure if it’s right for you? Here are 5 reasons why we think you need a GPS tracker for your dog…
1 No more worrying about losing them with real time location tracking.
No matter how well behaved your dog is or how good their recall, there’s always a chance that they could get lost and that feeling when you can’t see your dog is absolutely terrifying. Thankfully with a GPS tracker on their collar, you’ll be able to see their every step on a map in a mobile app and find them a lot faster if they are missing than you would be able to without one.
And unlike Bluetooth trackers, GPS ones have an unlimited range, so no matter how far away your dog is from you, you’ll be able to track them in real time.
2. Microchips are not the same as GPS trackers
You might think that because your dog has a microchip, you don’t need a GPS tracker too but that’s where you’re wrong. Microchips are tiny and contain a reference number that when scanned at a vets will display your details so that you can be contacted and reunited with your dog if they’re found. They do not contain any GPS tracking element and so will not help you find your pet or track their location live.
3. Easily make sure they’re getting enough exercise to earn a few extra treats
With an estimated 40% of dogs overweight, it’s more important than ever for owners to ensure their dogs are getting all the exercise they need to stay fit and healthy. GPS trackers like Pawfit also double up as smart activity trackers. This makes it easier for owners to see exactly how much exercise their dog gets each day with personal fitness goals, and by tracking steps, calories, and distance travelled.
4. You’ll know when and where your dog has been for their walkies when they go out without you
Curious where your dog walker takes your dog whilst you’re at work or what they’ve gotten up to that leaves them absolutely exhausted at the end of the day? With a GPS tracker, you’ll be to follow their walk along live and should they get away from the walker, you’ll be able to track them down
5. Plenty of security features for peace of mind
Our Pawfit 2 GPS tracker is packed with added security features to help you better look after your dog, including:
- Virtual fences so you’ll be notified fast if they escape your home or garden.
- A built in LED light to make it easier to spot them when they’re off lead on walkies
- Personal voice commands, so you can call their name and be heard when they’re out of ear shot.
- An alarm so you can easily hear where they are when they’re hiding in tall grass or running through bushes
- Family sharing so everyone can help take care of the family dog and easily keep track on them on walks
What’s your reason for getting a GPS tracker for your dog? Let us know by emailing support@pawfit.com or sending us a DM on social media.
