GPS for Pets - Finding Fido or Fluffy Fast!
Do you own a dog or cat that is constantly escaping or disappearing?
Have you set up fences and closed windows only to stand helpless as
your dog rushes through your legs and out the door when the mail person
arrives? Or your cat escapes over the weekend you were away and the
neighbor came to feed her? Even if your pet stays safe when they are
home you may face dangers when traveling with your pet to camping
grounds or other areas.
Pets love to explore and even the most conscientious owners will find
certain pets - especially dogs like Beagles and other hunting breeds -
that routinely seek adventure out-of-bounds. Outside and alone your pet
will face the dangers of cold weather, traffic on the roads and even
attack by other animals - wild or not.
Can You Protect Your Pet?
Finding them as soon as possible will reduce the threats drastically.
Getting your pet home before nightfall when cars are less likely to see
them, the temperature drops and wild animals can roam even in the city,
is key to keeping them from harm.
If you have spent too many days roaming the streets looking for your
pet or suffered the heartbreak of loosing a pet forever you will
appreciate what GPS technology can do.
What is GPS?
GPS means 'Global Positioning System'. It is a method of tracking the
position of anything from a car to a child or even your pet. The system
uses surveillance methods set up by the government with satellites
monitoring a tracking device worn by the person or pet.
How Do I Get the
Information?
The information can be accessed by your phone, the Internet or with
software you install on your PC. Some systems also permit data to be
delivered to a cell phone with GSM (Global System for Mobile
Communication).
You can set a 'safe zone' on your tracking device that will only start
monitoring your pet's location if they leave the area. If they leave
the zone you will be alerted. When you are traveling you can reset the
zone boundaries.
The information itself must be tracked by attaching a transmitter to
the collar of your pet. The GPS system is much more powerful than a
typical tracking collar which has a limited range. However, you will
have to pay for a service provider to monitor the device and relay the
information to you.
If you do choose to use GPS with your pet make sure it is part of an
overall strategy to protect your pet since the device itself will not
prevent your pet from escaping or encountering harm. If your pet loves
water you will also need to be sure the device you choose is waterproof.