GPS Tracking for fido
Michelle June 3rd, 2009
Just when you thought you have seen all the technology there is, in comes a new one and it has to do with GPS and your dog’s location.
Yes, there is a company that is releasing a gadget called the Spotlight. It is a rectangle box that attaches to fido’s collar and is smaller than a business card. It will connect with satellites and cell phone towers pinpointing the location of your dog’s whereabouts, through GPS tracking.
Now if the dogs goes beyond a certain point, the Spotlight will send a text message to your phone telling you where the dog’s location is. Not only that, but if you have a smartphone with web access it will provide directions! Nifty huh?
If you have an escape artist, this is an ideal solution, provided the device stays on the collar. Right now they haven’t released it, but when they do I will be curious to find out just how well they do. It will be waterproof, and weigh less than 2.5 ounces and get this, it will have a LED light you can turn on remotely..I tell you it doesn’t get any more better than this. There of course will be a charge of $250 for the device with a monthly service fee, depending on what type of plan the owner wants.
The company releasing these devices is PAW , short for Positioning Animals Worldwide. They partnered with the American Kennel Clubs Companion Animal Recovery division. You can see the devices by going to www.pawgps.com