Benefits Of Hunting Dog Tracking Systems And More

The most apparent benefit of a hunting dog tracking system is that it allows you to quickly locate your hunting dog’s position while out on a hunt. Some GPS hunting dog collars will also tell you your dog’s hunting style and behavior, and let you know whether they are moving, stop, treed, or if they are barking.

These devices are usually expandable and allow you to pair the remote with additional dog collar devices to track multiple hunting dogs. Some dog trackers also have a built-in e-collar, which is especially useful if you need to train and communicate with your bird dog over long distances. Another great thing about GPS hunting dog tracking collars is that they are silent. They won’t make any beeping sounds, and as a result, won't scare the birds.

Telemetry Dog Tracking Systems
vs. GPS Hunting Dog Tracking Systems

Telemetry

Telemetry dog tracking collars are typically equipped with a directional antenna and work by sending a radio signal to the handheld receiver on a specific frequency, allowing you to pinpoint your dog’s direction. They usually have a farther line of sight range than GPS dog tracking devices, but they don’t tell you how far away the transmitter (collar) is from you. Meaning you will have to guess based on the signal strength that you get from the collar.

GPS

GPS hunting dog tracking systems, on the other hand, will tell you exactly where your dog is. The collar will pick up signals from the satellite, send it back to the handheld unit, and plot that latitude and longitude on the display screen. On the screen, you will be able to see your dog’s location, and you will also know if they are running, which direction they are heading to, or if they have stopped.