If you’ve ever watched your dog take off toward an open gate or disappear behind a row of trees in your backyard, you know that sudden rush of panic. A good GPS dog collar can alleviate that worry while also serving as a valuable training tool. It gives your dog the freedom to explore while keeping them safe and giving you a little extra peace of mind at the same time.

I spent the past few days using three of the leading GPS dog collars — the SATELLAI Collar, the Halo Collar 4, and the SpotOn GPS Fence — to see how they hold up in everyday life. From open fields and forest trails to backyard playtime, I wanted to know which collar felt easiest to live with, which one stayed connected, and which gave me the most useful information about my dog’s activity and safety.

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