If you’re like me, your dog is basically family. And just like any family member, you want to make sure they’re safe, especially when they have have been known to chase a squirrel or follow a scent with just a little bit too much enthusiasm. I mean, lets face it dogs can move at the speed of light when they’re on a mission and most dogs, my spaniels included, absolutely relish the freedom of being off leash. That’s why it’s a no brainer to me that alongside training them a reliable recall they wear a GPS Pet Tracking Device as an extra safeguard. In my opinion the best dog tracking device on the market right now is the PAJ GPS Pet Finder.
Perhaps that is not surprising as PAJ are a company with a trusted reputation and a lot of experience in developing GPS tracking solutions for a variety of applications, such as personal and vehicle, so it makes sense that they excel in the pet tracking market too.
There is one huge, main reason to get a Dog GPS Tracking Device for your dog and that is the absolute peace of mind that comes with it. Knowing exactly where your dog is at any given moment is a game changer and makes all outdoor adventures more fun for both human and hound. There’s no more frantic calling or whistling, just hoping above hope that your dog will pop out from behind some trees. With the PAJ GPS Pet Finder you can open an app on your phone and see their location in real time. It’s like having a safety net, and it makes time spent outdoors with your dog way less stressful. If like us you prefer to hike in more remote locations it is reassuring to know that The PAJ GPS Pet Finder 4G provides live tracking via GPS, GSM, and Wi-Fi signals so it should almost always be able to pick up your pooch.
I have found a Dog GPS tracker is also super helpful when we’re camping in unfamiliar areas because I don’t have to constantly keep an eye on my spaniels. If one of my dogs wanders off in the direction on a neighbouring campers BBQ or something, I can quickly see where they’ve gone. It makes traveling with dogs so much more relaxing.
I know some dogs are straight-up escape artists. They’ll dig under fences, jump over gates, or squeeze through the smallest of gaps. The PAJ GPS Pet Finder Geo Fencing feature is a lifesaver for dogs like this. Even if they manage to slip away unnoticed, the tracker alerts you immediately and you can see exactly where they’re headed. You can catch them before they get too far, or at least know their exact location if they do make it out of the garden.
The PAJ GPS Pet Finder has a couple of cool extra functions worth mentioning that really set it apart from other devices I have tried and they are not gimmicks either
1. If you walk your dog in the evenings or even just let them out in the garden the light feature is brilliant for immediately seeing where they are. Just tap on the app and your dog is illuminated so you can see exactly what they are up to!
2. The Sound Emit Function is truly innovative. The idea is that you train your dog to recall to the sound that emits from the tracker when you enable it from the app. Lucia finds it easy to learn new things and I found that I only had to trial it a few times before she got the idea that the sound was a signal for her to come back to me for a reward. This function could save loads of stress if your dog is out of earshot and fails to hear you shout or whistle.
One thing that I was concerned about when getting a dog tracker was whether it would stay put on my active dog. This device can be securely attached to any collar with very robust Velcro straps and I had no concerns that it would fall off.
The pet finder is comfortable for your dog to wear too, I don’t think Lucia even knew she was wearing it. The PAJ GPS Pet Finder comes in three colourways, Black, Blue and Grey and has lovely smooth lines, I think it looks quite sophisticated!
Battery life is also a consideration when purchasing a tracker and thanks to the PAJ Pet Finder 4G GPS Tracker for Dogs energy saving home wi-fi zone the battery can apparently last up to 7 days. I have to be honest here, I am one of those people that charge all my devices before setting a foot outside the door, but I have full faith in this brand so am sure it is so. Obviously it will depend a lot on how much time you spend out of the house.
Something that is kind of essential, when you have spaniels, well any active dog really, is that anything and everything they wear out on walks has to survive exposure to water, and the device ticks this box too – the pet tracker is 100% waterproof, so no need to worry when your dog goes for that inevitable impromptu swim.
Cost is often not a deciding factor when it comes to our dogs—we want to give them the best. That said, it’s nice to know that the PAJ GPS Pet Finder is very affordable. The device itself has a small upfront cost, and there’s a subscription to pay. At the time of writing, the tracker is available for just £29.99, with subscriptions starting at a reasonable rate.
PAJ offers 24/7 support to customers so if you have any issues at all setting up or using your device help is always at hand. You can view your statistics on the Finder Portal on your desktop as well as the app if you want, although personally I find the info on the app to be more than enough.
Getting a GPS tracker for my dog has been one of the best decisions I’ve made as a pet owner. It gives me peace of mind that my dogs are not going to end up as a lost dog statistic, which heartbreakingly does happen to pets all too often these days, If you’ve ever had that sinking feeling of looking around and not knowing where your dog is, or if you just want an extra layer of safety for your furry friend, I’d 100% recommend getting a PAJ Pet Tracker for Dogs,. It’s a small investment for a whole lot of security—and trust me, your future self (and your dog) will thank you for it!
Love Sal, Lucia and Maya xxx
- This post is sponsored by PAJ but all views expressed in it are 100% my own
