GPS Dog Trackers for Hunting

Hunting season is here!  If you are a hunter that uses dogs for tracking, then the GPS Dog Trackers are a great resource!  When it comes to GPS tracking devices there are a couple of different options.  The one that most hunters will use though is the handheld version.

GPS dog tracking devices, much like the GPS devices in your vehicles, utilize assisted global positioning satellite technology to track your dog.  A handheld GPS dog tracker will consist of two parts.  The first is the transmitting unit which is worn by your pet as a collar and the second is the receiver which is your handheld device.  There are many different types of handheld GPS dog trackers available and you will need to do your research to see what is the best fit for you.  Some of the units are even waterproof.  Still others, like the Garmin Astro 220, can track multiple dogs at one time.

Here are some things that you may want to check out before making your final purchase on a GPS dog tracker.  Check the battery life as some are up to 24 hours only.  Check what areas the device will work in, including its range.  Many of the devices will work in dense cover and if that is where you and your pet are going to be, then that is something you are definitely going to need to consider.  The ranges of the devices vary as well with the average range being anywhere from three to seven miles.  The SportDog TEK-V1LT-Collar for example can track up to twelve dogs at a time for up to seven miles.  As mentioned earlier, some devices are waterproof.  If you are going to be hunting with Fido in the snow or damp conditions then you will need the waterproof device.  Hunting is a sport for you and your dog or dogs but safety for you and them is still very important so check to see if the device has any options to alert you if your dog is in trouble.  Finally, check your pet size and get the right device based on the size of your dog.  If you buy a device meant for large dogs and you have a smaller dog then the device may not work properly.

This blog is only meant as some very basic information as you begin your research on GPS dog trackers.  Use this as a guideline on what to look for as you begin your search and before you make the final purchase, be sure that device you are looking at has everything you need or want.  At baddogsupplies we have many different options available to you when looking for a GPS dog tracker.  Come by our website and see what we have to offer.  As always, we are more than happy to look for something that we may not have on our website.