Pioneer DreamCare

FINDER FOR YOUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIEND.

FIDO DOESN’T ALWAYS come when you call. The Pioneer DreamCare tracker gives you an up-to-the-minute idea of where your pet is thanks to an integrated 3G SIM card (much like the one in your smartphone), Wi-Fi controls and GPS. An added bonus is that the app also keeps track of how much exercise your pet gets. A Vodafone SIM is pre-installed in the chunky, weatherproof case, and all you have to do is affix the robust rubber band, charge it up, and then follow the instructions in the app to get started. The app can set virtual limits on where your pet roams, alerting you if they step outside a radius that you’ve marked out on a map, or if they stray outside of the range Wi-Fi on your phone (if you go walking and let them off the leash). You can also track them down by remotely activating the alarm and a flashing light. The cost may be off-putting, as on top of the $189 RRP, the SIM costs US$2.99–$3.99 per month, but for peace of mind, it’s worth it as the unit is sturdy and the app easy to use. Expect approximately two to three days of use between charges, depending on how much your pet goes walkabout.