FitBark 2 Dog Activity Monitor (Black)

I thought this had GPS.. unfortunately not. So it just tells you how active your dog is. If I had realised that I would not have purchased it.

I absolutely love being able to track my dogs fitness and sleep. I was originally tracking through my phone, but that isn't very accurate since it was strapped to me and not them. The mileage is pretty accurate so long as it's on a collar that is not being hooked to a leash, so both my maltipoo and boxer wear two collars when walking. Their main collar with their trackers and the second collar only when we're walking. The device is very lightweight and isn't too big or heavy on my little guy and so far the battery is maintaining charge very well. I saw that some had issues with the zip tie connection but it's been perfectly fine on both of my boys. Though I did watch a video on how to attach it properly so I'm sure that that helped. The cover goes over the tracker and using nail clippers to clip off the excess zip tie worked very well and left nothing sticking out or up to where it'd stick them. Then the price is honestly pretty decent for what the device does, I was originally looking for a full health tracker, but decided that this was a good place to start while I continued to search around for one that was more within my burger. It was super easy to set up, plug it in, download the app, then it automatically connects once the light is fast blinking. For my boys it usually sits near their shoulder on the front and that seems to the most accurate and stable spot in regards to getting their steps/miles accurately so I do usually try to move it back near their shoulder if/when it gets spun around near their back while sleeping. Overall we've really really loved this device and our vet specifically said "that's DOPE!" When I showed her the statistics from their trackers.

Syncs well. Have had it for a month and not even 1/8 battery used. We use it mostly to know when to slow our dog down on hot days.

Love it!! Makes dog ownership even more fun! Love the fact that it links in to my Fitbit so me and my dog can compete. Have looked at other dog fitness monitors and in my opinion this one is by far the best. They also offer excellent customer service. I will be getting another monitor for my new puppy very soon! :)

Great foe tracking my dog’s health and fitness. Would recommend a Fitbark for any dog owner it was invaluable when my boy was recovering from an operation and on limited exercise with the added bonus of being waterproof. Had a FitBark 1 and so many improvements in the upgrade. Must mention the customer service should there be any queries as this is excellent

I am in love with this product! This is the Fitbark I envisioned years ago and there is nothing like it available anywhere else - I looked and looked. ** update** I’ve seen reviews stating the covers fall off and wanted to address this. We haven’t lost a cover on any of our units. I’ve had one for over 6 months now with the original cover. When you put it in you need to make sure the edges fully wrap around the unit. If you don’t fully secure it it is going to come off it’s very easy to seat, but you MUST check it after charging. That said as an experiment I ran a unit without a cover for a month- normal high activity on a working dog. The unit is 100% still fine. Yes it should have a cover, you should put it on properly but if you let one it it does t affect the usability of the unit. -Original- I was one of the original kickstarter supporters back with their first model and i didn't hesitate for a second to buy multiples of this new model when it came out. I was waiting until there was a model that could hold a charge for longer and was completely waterproof. Well here it is. I have this model on my personal dogs, but also on over 10 program dogs. We will send them home with this model on them. I have been using this device since before the release and after the release I immediately bought enough to outfit over half of our dogs. I am now filling in the gaps as we raise funds and buying them 1-2 at a time to keep everyone outfitted as dogs are placed and new clients join our team. Pros/cons, I'm going to bullet point highlights, you will honestly need to weigh some of this yourself because some is very objective: -Our dogs wear these constantly, have been on their first charge (first week in dec. still running on first charge and it is mid feb.) -Covers are new and different and you can loose them, but they make the unit waterproof and much easier to charge (charger clamps on the front instead of having a port). The device still works without a cover so while you can loose them if you seat it properly it will stay on (i haven't lost one in over 6 months of use) but I'd rather replace a $6 cover than a $70 unit or need to remove it when the dogs get wet. -They are not coming off the collar- no way no how unless your dog bites it off because they are zip tied on. You can get extra ties from fitbark or your local hardware store and the box comes with 4 (so you get one move). I personally loved the versatility of the old model on my personal dog because we always swap collars and harnesses, but it was much easier to damage and loose - this is basically not coming off unless you personally mess up. - They have amazing and i mean amazing customer support. I talk to them regularly, when i've needed units repaired in the past, need help with the app, or just have a general question. they have always been quick to respond and been beyond accommodating. -The app is constantly improving and they listen to suggestions. I've done site/app programing and I know what it takes to add things and alter the code to include new features, but these guys honestly listen and try very hard to improve their product regularly. -This isn't a GPS unit. if that is what you are looking for this isn't it. It is like a fitbit for your dog and it is the perfect product that fits its goal. -works on apple and android devices and has a website as well - no subscription or fee for using the app/site. you can even link it to your activity tracker to see side by side and download your dogs raw data (if you need/want it). I get this question more than anything and while i get why people want that this is a small activity tracker a gps would have a subscription, be at least twice as big, and not nearly as versatile with every breed of do (or even other pets).