Tractive Smart Dog GPS Tracker | Live Pet Tracker with Virtual Fence | Vital Signs Monitoring of Heart & Respiratory Rate | Dog Collar Attachment (White)

On my second year of using this tracker for my two female hound dogs.I live in a rural area on the edge of a national forest. My two dogs have a penchant for running off on little "adventures" that take them miles and miles from our home. They always come back but there are hunters, ranchers with cattle, a moderately busy scenic highway nearby, coyotes, etc. etc -- plenty of hazards.I got the tracker so that I could go out and run the little rascals down and retrieve them when they take one of these jaunts and it has worked well for that. If I can get within 500 - 1000 feet of them and whistle they will come right to me, with a "Gee, you're out here too? You should have come with us, it was great!" look on their faces.The only slight drawback is that the tracking is dependent on 1) cell phone coverage and 2) GPS reception. Since our area is remote, mountainous and heavily forested both of these can be spotty or even non-existent depending on where the dogs are. The result is that they drop off the map for some period of time and then re-appear when the tracker gets in range of a cell signal and/or GPS. This coupled with the sparse road network means that it can take some time to run them down but over the last two years I have managed to run them down every time they have taken off. Sometimes it takes an hour or two but that is not the fault of the unit --- it's the environment I live in.I've found that the location the unit gives is very accurate. Live mode works very well if you have a strong enough cell/GPS signal.The unit has saved me a lot of worrying and fretting. Before I got it I would have no idea at all where they were and I would just have wait (and hope) they would not get into trouble and would find their way back. BTW, these two must have a biological GPS built into them because after I got the tracker I found that they would go up to 5 miles away and cover a track of 15 miles or so in just a few hours! With the unit I can know, with assurance, that (for instance) "Oh, they're running down the power line right of way to the lake, no big deal" or "They're over at the Smith's ranch, probably chasing calves so I better get them".So now, if I worry, at least it's more informed worrying! : >The unit seems to be durable and waterproof. This is my second year with it and it's holding up well. My dogs come back covered in mud, water, cockleburrs, etc. The unit is scratched up a bit but otherwise no worse for the wear.Battery life is very good. In our wifi power saving zone the battery would probably last up to a week (guessing). Out of the power saving zone and with a lot of live mode tracking I would estimate that battery life would be 1 -2 days. Can't really say for sure because I charge the unit every night, just in case.My dogs are getting a bit older now and are less adventurous; this unit helped me get them through their adolescence and was certainly worth every penny for the unit and subscription!UPDATE: February 2025The battery on the tracker that I purchased nearly two years ago degraded to the point that I would have to charge it every night. The charge would barely last 24 hours, less if I was using live tracking. A couple of times it went flat while I was still out looking for my dogs.So, I bought another one. The newer model has an updated charging arrangement that is a cradle that securely snaps on to the tracker. The older model had a cord with a magnetic socket that was easy to detach so you had to be careful when setting it down or the connection would be lost. So the new charging arrangement is definitely an improvement.The newer model has great battery life. So far I have gone 3 - 4 day (with a fair amount of life tracking in there) without it dropping below 50%. This better than I got when my first unit was new so perhaps Tractive has improved some of the inner workings too.So -- not a complaint at all. I got almost two years use out of the first tracker and I think that is quite good. Nothing lasts forever, all things wear out and for the price (less than $50) I consider this good longevity.Great product, at least for me, and I will definitely renew my subscription (for the third year) come March when it expires.

The media could not be loaded. As a busy surgeon in Guayaquil, Ecuador, I can’t always be home with my two-year-old Chihuahua, who is truly my “four-legged son.” After he managed to slip out three times, I was at my wits’ end, until I installed the Tractive GPS Pet Tracker with Premium subscription. Here’s why I’m giving it a full five stars:Unmatched GPS AccuracyDespite Ecuador not being on Tractive’s “official” coverage list, the device picks up satellites quickly and updates every few seconds. I receive real-time location data whether I’m in the operating room or stuck in city traffic.Reliable Virtual FenceThe customizable safe-zone feature alerts me the instant my dog wanders beyond our large backyard. It has already saved me one frantic search, sparing both of us a lot of stress.Long Battery Life & Rugged BuildEven in Guayaquil’s humid, tropical climate, the tracker holds a charge for days and stands up to rough play with his Bulldog “sister.” The waterproof casing is a lifesaver during sudden rainstorms.Intuitive App & Premium PerksThe app’s history mode lets me review every adventure in detail, and the worldwide data included in the Premium plan means no hidden roaming fees. I also love the heat-map feature that pinpoints his favorite spots.Outstanding Customer SupportBefore purchasing, I contacted Tractive’s support team. They confirmed it would work seamlessly here and followed up to ensure everything was running smoothly, an impressive, personal touch.Bottom LineIf you live outside Tractive’s core markets and hesitate to invest, don’t. This tracker has turned my constant worry into genuine peace of mind. Knowing my little explorer is safe allows me to focus on my patients during the day, and enjoy carefree playtime with him each morning and evening. It is very easy to setup!Highly recommended, worth every penny for any devoted pet parent!Dr. Francisco E. Borja Ponce, Guayaquil, EcuadorMateo Chihuahua Father!