# Pet GPS Keeping tabs on a pooch or feline has never been so easy. By [Katherinev123](https://www.trendhunter.com/katherine), Contributing Editor | Published Feb 24, 2012, updated Mar 27, 2012 | Category: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/lifestyle-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/pet-gps ## Key Figures - Trend score: 1.8/10 - Evidence articles: 6 ## What is the Pet GPS trend? **Pet GPS:** Worrying about a lost pet will be a thing of the past, as an increasing number of dog and cat tracking systems become available to pet owners. These innovative devices allow owners to know exactly where their pets are -- and what they're doing -- so that they can rest easy knowing that a lost pet poster is not something they'll ever have to post around the neighborhood. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 6 featured examples - Articles from: Jan 22 to Oct 13, 2011 - Published: Feb 24, 2012 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence) - Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Artificial Intelligence](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/artificial-intelligence) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Themes within the Pet GPS trend ### Pet GPS Tracking Systems The increasing availability of pet tracking systems allows for a worry-free pet owning experience. ### Virtual Leash Technology Virtual Leash uses an online GPS tracking system to notify pet owners of their pet's whereabouts. ### Realtime Canine Tracking Pet Check technology allows for realtime tracking of pet dogs by dog walkers and concerned puppy owners alike. ## What the Pet GPS trend means for industry ### For Pet Tech The pet technology industry offers opportunities to develop innovative tracking and monitoring systems to better understand pet behavior. ### For Wearables The wearables industry can harness pet GPS technology to develop location tracking devices that securely attach to the pet's collar. ### For Smart Home Security Smart home security can utilize pet tracking systems to develop integrated safety features that ensure real-time location monitoring of pets in case of emergencies. ## Trend signals for Pet GPS Trend score 1.8 out of 10, from popularity 27%, activity 18%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 27% - Activity: 18% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Pet GPS trend 6 featured examples from Jan 22 to Oct 13, 2011. - [Realtime Canine Tracking](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pet-check): Pet Check Brings Peace of Mind to Owners and Dog Walkers (Category: Social Good) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating realtime tracking technology into existing pet care services to offer more personalized and trustworthy services to pet owners. - [Microchipped Mutt Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apps-pets-dogs-canine): GEODOG is Perfect for Worried Dog Lovers (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: GEODOG's microchipped GPS dog collar presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for the pet tech industry to continue improving pet safety, wellness, and tracking technology. - [Canine Tag Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virtual-leash): Virtual Leash Connects Your Dog to an Online GPS Tracking Website (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The pet technology industry can benefit from the trend of using GPS pet trackers, as there is potential for creating more advanced trackers with a wide range of features. - [High-Tech Doggy Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/remote-control-your-dog): Remote-Control Your Dog With This Interesting Gadget (Category: Tech) Implication: Companies in the pet technology industry can develop new products and services that cater to the growing interest in wearable tech and remote-control devices for pets. - [Animal Collar Spy Cams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pets-eye-view-camera): Pet's Eye View Camera Lets You Know What Your Pet is Doing (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Innovate the pet industry by creating new tech products and services tailored to pet owners' needs, such as pet wearable technology and remote m… - [Critter GPS Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tagg-pet-tracker): Your Curious Pets Won't Get Far Thanks to the Tagg Pet Tracker (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate GPS technology into a wide range of pet supplies, such as collars, harnesses, and accessories. ## Recent trend clusters - [Serial Snacking](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/serial-snacking) (Lifestyle) - [Calm Monitoring](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/calm-monitoring) (Lifestyle) - [Performance Powders](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/performance-powders) (Lifestyle) - [Task Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/task-beverages) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Lifestyle - [Mystery Packaging Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cow-not-laughing) - [Multi-Benefit Protein Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comes-in-three-flavors) - [Rapid Concussion Screening Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/infrared-eye-tracking) - [Creator-Led Learning Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/learning-series) All articles: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle)