Gps Implant For Dogs

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Most people think of their pets as members of their own family. It can be devastating to have a cat or a dog run away or get lost. Many pet owners ask “is there a pet microchip with gps technology? Read on for valuable information on the 3 main types of pet tracking options pet owners today now have and the differences between them.

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If you’re like most dog parents, you’re probably always looking for the best ways to keep your furry friend safe. You keep your dog on a leash when necessary, have invested in training, keep dangerous items out of their reach, visit your vet regularly and make sure that your four-legged family member always gets the activity & exercise and love & affection they need.

But what happens when your worst nightmare comes true, and your dog gets lost or runs away? How can you ensure his or her safety then? This is a frightening possibility for most dog and pet parents.

In your effort to best-prepare for this situation, you may have wondered if there is a GPS implant for dogs – a technology that can be implanted under your dog’s skin, which will help you to locate him or her in case they ever go missing. Does such a device exist, and is it available in the market for pets?

Reason 1: Size

The Tractive GPS dog tracker, has dimensions of about 72 x 29 x 16 millimeters and weighs approximately 30 grams. Below, you can see the size of the GPS tracker, which easily fits onto your dog’s collar or harness:

Small, compact and lightweight, GPS trackers can be worn comfortably by your dog at all times, in the same way that you wear a standard or smartwatch.

By comparison, an implantable ID chip or transponder is about 11 millimeters long and two millimeters thick – nearly the size of a grain of rice. At this size, they can be safely implanted between your dog’s shoulders. It is a simple, electronic chip enclosed in a glass cylinder, as shown in the x-ray photo below:

Why is there a size difference between GPS trackers and implantable chips?

Current implantable chips contain no information about your pet, or have any other functions or features, other than to provide an ID number which can be linked to your pet. They contain no GPS hardware components or technology.

This key difference between implantable chips and GPS trackers explains the first reason why GPS devices cannot be implanted into dogs at this time.

Will the technology for GPS dog implants ever exist?

With technology evolving at the rate it is, nothing is impossible! Perhaps innovative pet tech companies could use nanotechnology and wireless charging to create a device that is as unobtrusive as your dog’s microchip.

For now, though, this technology is a long way off.

FAQ

Can you implant a GPS in your dog?

No, but microchip tracking has become much more common than ever before. Many pet owners decide to use a combination approach when it comes to microchip tracking options. You could have your dog or cat implanted with a microchip implant while also utilising an additional GPS pet tracker if cost is not an issue.

How much does it cost to GPS chip a dog?

Nationwide, the average cost to microchip a pet at your veterinarian is $45, but it may vary depending on where you live. The microchipping and registration procedure depend on the type of facility you choose and whether you need to register the chip online yourself or if it is done for you by the provider.

How much does a GPS chip cost?

Tractive LTE GPS Dog Tracker

The Tractive GPS Dog LTE Tracker accurately monitors your pet’s location and offers faster escape alerts than pricier models.