Pet Tracker Guard
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I'm not sure what the Tractive brand's dimensions are, but I can tell you that it barely fits over the Whistle pet tracker it's designed for. The cover doesn't even fit over the tracker when fully zipped, and it pulls so tightly that the zipper rips after a few weeks.
Hi Juan. I'm not using mine right now because my dog is wearing a collar without a latch closure, and it wraps completely around the unit except for maybe 1/4 of an inch on each side. There's no place for the guard to be inserted because it's continuous like a choke collar.
It isn't worth the effort. The company has gone through several ownership changes. Whistle is the new owner. Many prices have increased since Whistle took control of the business. I believe they're doing it to cover the cost of the purchase. Previously, this guard was paid less than ten dollars. 00 and have been using them on a regular basis. We now use self-sticking velco tape (3/4 inch wide) to wrap both ends of the tracker around the dog's collar and behind the tracker in an "X" pattern to ensure the tracker does not come off its collar clip. serves the same purpose of providing some extra support to the tracker. It's good enough for us (4 large dogs on 6 acres) to be satisfied. I informed Whistle that their significant price increases were not fully justified or appreciated. The customer service representatives do not set the prices and do not respond with any meaningful information. So get a roll of 3/4-inch velcro wrap and you'll have a lifetime supply of guards.
It will work with any harness or collar to which it can be attached.
Selected User Reviews For Pet Tracker Guard
I was very concerned after reading all of the reviews: It doesn't fit, the zipper doesn't work, and so on, but for my dog's Tagg, this was the only option. I figured I'd give it a shot since the Tagg's clip broke, and I'll keep it in mind for when the new Tagg arrives. br>br>On the internet, it appears to be cloth, but it is actually neoprene. My dog's collar is 3/4 inch in diameter, and it fits perfectly. A larger collar, I don't believe, will fit. The zipper is functioning properly. It's supposed to zip all the way around the end so I can tuck it safely inside, but it doesn't. The zipper does not appear to be sliding open on its own at this time. br>br>My dog isn't overly active, so the Tagg doesn't fall off all the time. It does come undone from time to time, and it's a pain. I'm hoping for a Tagg that makes a noise when it falls off, but this case should keep that from happening. It has a good fit and appears to be secure. I'm pleased with it so far. ___________br>br>UPDATE 8/6/14:___________br>br>UPDATE 8/6/14:___________br>br>UPDATE 8/6/14:___________br>br> I was able to get the zipper to turn the corner at long last. It tucks in nicely and is extremely secure. The key was to avoid doing it while my dog was wearing a collar.
Considering that the clip on this Tagg is broken to the point where the Tagg will not lock onto the collar at all at all at all at all at It'd be fantastic with a Tagg that wasn't broken in any way. br>br>I'm still waiting for my Tagg replacement, but I'm relieved to know that I won't have to worry about losing it again. br>br>UPDATE (December 8, 2014): The time frame is four months. Until the zipper broke, that was all it lasted. Until today, I was content with it.
My dog's Tagg tracker had become dislodged from his collar on occasion, either during play or as a result of his scratching at it, so I bought this. It didn't happen very often, but after one incident in which it came off during play with another dog and I had to spend some time figuring out where it landed, I decided to purchase the guard, which is a fantastic idea and one that I'm glad I purchased. It secures the tracker in place, and the stretchy material adds minimal bulk while smoothing out any edges that might catch and cause it to fall out. My main gripe, and the reason I gave it four instead of five stars, is that the zipper does not stay completely closed and frequently opens about a quarter to a half inch. My dog wears a 1 inch wide collar, and the guard fits snugly over it, so you might not have this problem if you use it with a 3/4 inch collar. Although it's simple to remove the tracker for charging by unzipping the guard without removing the collar, I've found it extremely difficult to reattach the tracker and zip up the guard without completely removing the collar. For me, this isn't a deal breaker, but it can be inconvenient at times. Despite my complaints, I believe that protecting the tracker is a worthwhile investment and would strongly recommend it.
My two dogs fight and bite each other's necks when they play rough. This device is extremely effective in preventing the tagg from popping off, being chewed up, or being broken. When my dogs are running through the brush in the woods, this guard keeps the unit in place. A fantastic purchase! br>br>I agree with other reviews that the zipper comes unzipped about 1" of the way on a regular basis. This isn't enough to cause it to fall off, but it's inconvenient, and I find myself zipping it back up every couple of days. This is with a 3/4" thin-material collar, so I know it isn't unzipping because the collar is too wide or thick. br>br>PS - If you are looking for a unique way to express yourself, try using the words "innovative It was included in the box with my Tagg Tracker kit!.
This item's zipper is not as shown in the picture. Our previous Tracker Guard lasted three years and had a sewn-in zipper that wrapped around and under the back. The zipper's tab also moved around the unit's end, allowing it to be tucked under the cover. This one is similar in construction, but the zipper tab does not wrap around and tuck under the cover like the one shown - or in the same way as the previous one. This means that in the woods, it's nearly impossible for the zipper to stay zipped, and the tab hangs down and catches on brush, etc. Given the item's exorbitant price, I would have expected them to maintain the original design's high quality. It's a vexing change that makes this cover unusable in all but the most tame settings. I'm assuming this is all due to Whistle's acquisition of Tagg - It appears that the quality of the product and service has deteriorated.
For our dog, we bought a TAGG Alert Tracker system. I believe the fabric cover was their best idea for keeping the Tracker firmly attached to the collar. However, it is likely to wear out over time, so we purchased a spare in case we need to replace it. br>br> They're well-made and work with the TAGG system perfectly. The product's zipper is likely to be its only flaw, but we've had ours on the dog for about 8 months and it shows no signs of wear. br>br>As a result, we bought this as a backup. We didn't want to be without one if the first one broke down.
The wrong design is one with a zipper closure. The zipper has already been stripped after only one month of use. Instead, they should use Velcro that has a high strength. It's also a rip-off. The quality of the materials and workmanship are insufficient to justify the $20 price tag. I haven't found any better alternatives yet, so this is what I'm using on my Whistle tracker for the time being. I would avoid this one if you can find something else.
It fits perfectly over the old Tagg tracker and the new Whistle tracker as well. I'm wearing it with a 1" collar, and it's a little tight, but manageable. A 3/4" collar is my suggestion. Keep in mind that one end of your collar must be free of any permanent attachments, as it will slip on the end and slide over the tracker. We had a self-adjusting training collar with clips on both ends, so I had to buy a new collar.
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