# FitBark GPS for Dogs & Cats

> Keep your pet safe, healthy, and connected!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/fitbark.com.android](https://chrome-stats.com/d/fitbark.com.android)

## Overview

- **ID:** `fitbark.com.android`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** FitBark
- **Category:** HEALTH\_AND\_FITNESS
- **Downloads:** 66,851
- **Rating:** 4.30 / 5 (1,265 ratings)
- **Version:** 8.1.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-02-17
- **First published:** 2015-05-19
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 50 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-17
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=fitbark.com.android)
- **Website:** [https://www.fitbark.com](https://www.fitbark.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.fitbark.com/privacy-full](https://www.fitbark.com/privacy-full)

## Description

FitBark GPS for Dogs & Cats is a comprehensive companion app designed for pet owners to track their pets' location, activity, and health. Compatible with FitBark GPS and health trackers, it offers unlimited real-time tracking with cellular connectivity, escape alerts when pets leave designated safe zones like home or daycare, and access to detailed location history.

The app also allows sharing of activity and location updates with family or veterinarians, 24/7 monitoring of your pet’s activity levels, sleep quality, mobility, stress, and skin conditions. It supports syncing with Fitbit and Google Fit devices, encouraging owners to stay active alongside their pets through leaderboards. Trusted globally by over 150 countries and multiple research institutions, FitBark helps ensure your pet stays safe, healthy, and connected.

## Rankings

- #265,274 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_BACKGROUND_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_SCAN`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_CONNECTED_DEVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.health.READ_HEALTH_DATA_IN_BACKGROUND`
- `android.permission.health.READ_STEPS`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `fitbark.com.android.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users appreciate the accurate GPS alerts, detailed health data, and responsive customer support. The app is generally easy to set up and enjoyable to use with activity charts. However, common issues include frequent syncing problems, app crashes, and confusing navigation. Battery life and attachment methods receive critique, and the requirement for a subscription fee is often seen as a negative aspect. Overall, while the device and support are praised, software reliability and cost transparency are recurring problems.

### Pros

- Accurate GPS tracking alerts when pet leaves the safe area.
- Detailed activity and health data for pets, including sleep time and movement.
- Helpful and responsive customer support via chat and email.
- Easy to set up and install the tracker.
- Fun and engaging app with charts and graphs for tracking pet activity.

### Cons

- App syncing issues: slow, intermittent, or eventually stops syncing data.
- App crashes frequently and can be difficult to navigate, especially after recent redesign.
- Battery life of the tracker can be poor, with sudden drops.
- Subscription model not clearly advertised and can be frustrating to users.
- Zip ties used to attach tracker can break easily, causing inconvenience.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/fitbark.com.android)