# Tractive GPS for Dogs and Cats

> Location. Health. Activity.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id921588809](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id921588809)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id921588809`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Tractive
- **Category:** Lifestyle
- **Rating:** 4.70 / 5 (44,777 ratings)
- **Version:** 26.37.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-14
- **First published:** 2015-03-19
- **Size:** 352 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-19
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/tractive-gps-for-dogs-and-cats/id921588809)
- **Website:** [https://tractive.com](https://tractive.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://assets.tractive.com/static/legal/en/privacy-policy.pdf](https://assets.tractive.com/static/legal/en/privacy-policy.pdf)

## Description

Tractive GPS for Dogs & Cats keeps your pet’s location and health data in one easy-to-use app. Real-time GPS tracking, location history, Radar Mode, and activity insights help you stay connected and respond quickly. Set up Virtual Fences, view daily activity, and share access with family or pet sitters.

Works worldwide with reliable cellular coverage (no WiFi required) and a waterproof design for adventures. Monitor resting heart rate, respiration, and vitals (dog trackers), plus health alerts and Bark Monitoring on supported devices. Compatible with iPhone and iPad running iOS 17.0 or later.

## Rankings

- #6,797 — Overall
- #38 — dogs
- #57 — activity

## Review summary

Users repeatedly praise Tractive for accurate GPS, peace of mind, affordability, and ease of use, but common complaints focus on app stability, occasional inaccurate positioning, restrictions when in power-saving mode or on Wi‑Fi, lack of robust customer support, and the upfront yearly pricing.

### Pros

- Accurate GPS/location tracking that helps locate pets quickly
- Provides peace of mind and safety for pets and owners
- Affordable hardware and subscription (good value for money)
- User-friendly tracker and app interface

### Cons

- App reliability issues: crashes after updates and slow/unstable performance
- Location data can be inaccurate or jump around, and radar/live view can be unreliable
- Power-saving mode and connectivity limitations reduce core tracking features (no live view/workarounds; Wi‑Fi degrades functionality)
- Poor or difficult customer support and lack of direct human assistance
- Pricing model requires long upfront commitments (annual billing) and perceived high ongoing costs

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id921588809)