Technology now allows us the ability to keep tabs on everyone we can.
It has expanded now to pets.
One of the fastest growing items is a GPS Dog Tracker.
This will help you locate a lost pet, or keep an eye on them while you are out of town.
There are many different types of units available.
Some are more affordable than others.
From a teeny tiny microchip that is embedded under your pets skin, to larger device that attaches to your dogs collar.
These can help prevent your animal from being stolen, or help locate them if they get out.
Micro chipping can be a more expensive option.
Many animal shelters, however, require a pet to be chipped before being released for adoption.
The micro chip contains the owners information should they get away.
The collar device is similar to a GPS unit in your car, just smaller.
It gives off a signal that can be monitored on a computer or cell phone.
These devices can be vital in locating a lost animal.
If you have more than one dog, the collar is probably the best option for you.
They can track many dogs at the same time.
Fox hunts use many different dogs to track one animal, but sometimes all those dogs can get lost.
They use GPS units to find the ones that did get distracted by another scent, or ones that are just not very good at hunting.
It is rare that the dog pulls out of the collar.
If there has been a series of dog thefts, or if your animal likes to get away, you should invest in one of these units.
If your animal is unfortunately taken, the proper authorities can find them and the persons that took them with the signal the tracking device gives off.
This increases the chance you will get your animal back, and many other people will too.
You can also help lower your communities crime rate.
Whatever you may choose, start off with the most basic for your needs.
You can always add services when you figure out what else you may need.
If you are not familiar with an area they are lost, some of these units contain a navigation and mapping system that will lead you directly to your animal.
Many truck drivers have dogs that they bring with them on the trips.
They provide companionship, as well as protection.
They are the perfect example of needing a gps unit.
It would be extremely upsetting if they were to get lost at a rest stop.
While they may be very good at coming when you call them, if it is new surroundings for them, it may confuse them and they may not be able to find their way back to you.
By getting a GPS dog tracker, you can show your children and pets how much they mean to you.
Many people consider their pets their children.
Just as an adult has to take care of a human child, the same is expected of a pet owner and their fur child.
Show yours how much you care.