Going for a walk with pets is an activity that is not at all strange, but no matter how well trained they are, there is always the risk that they will get lost in unknown places and make us have to publish this painful event, either in social networks, on street signs or using lost pet locator applications, even with offers of financial rewards.
Fortunately, all this process can be avoided with the help of technology, in particular GPS satellite positioning technology, originally designed for the military because of its ability to collect and provide information on the position and speed at which an aircraft is moving. object, but which has become indispensable in a great diversity of human activities such as sports, transportation, communications in the monitoring of people and pets.
In fact, with a simple GPS receiver like the one found in current cell phones, it is possible to know the almost precise location, direction of travel, and speed of a person. This same concept can be applied to pets through dedicated GPS devices in the form of collars, bracelets, among others. In this case, the information received by the pet’s GPS can be transmitted with the help of mobile data to the owner’s cell phone.
Here is a list of the best GPS pet trackers for sale on the market.
GPS tracker TKSTAR, TK-909
Ideal for dogs and cats, TKStar’s TK-909 collar uses GSM technology to transmit its location on the map to a smartphone with the associated mobile app installed or to a computer browser. It is very easy to configure, and is characterized by being waterproof and having a long-lasting battery.
TKSTAR GPS locator, TK-909: link to Amazon
Tractive GPS tracker
Tractive GPS is a shock- and scratch-proof collar for pets that, in addition to helping you know its location, will inform you about its well-being conditions, since it can monitor patterns related to activity and sleep. It offers regular location updates that can be shared with family members. Unlike the previous one, Tractive GPS works through subscription plans. The price of the device fluctuates around $49.99.
Tractive GPS: link to Amazon
Kippy EVO Tracker
Priced at $49.99, the Kippy EVO tracker for dogs and cats is in the form of an adjustable collar that can be lined with a silicone sleeve for maximum comfort. It works with a mobile data SIM card that sends the position of the animal with an SMS message from the owner. You can also monitor motor activities based on a proprietary algorithm.
The Kippy EVO tracker has coverage throughout USA through the acquisition of a monthly service package with a cost starting at $5 per month.
Kippy’s EVO Tracker: link to Amazon
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