Dogtra PATHFINDER2 4+

So far i have not had any performance issues it seems to function. Otherwise it would have received one star.

The user interface is where this app falls FLAT in its face.

BLUE text text is used when requesting user input the text is UNREADABLE except when viewed in pitch dark. VERY POOR user interface. Need a different, readable color, for user input.

If you start the app it hijacks what is normally the volume “control” button. This button now magnifies the screen ( which can already be magnified two different ways). To change the volume u need to leave the app, open an app that normally allows the volume to be changed, then go back to the dogtra app. If the volume is not quite right repeat the procedure. Dumb. Geo fence is one function that may require the volume to be changed.

Hello Pixxture, There is a light and dark setting in the app, this will help with your viewing. When opening any app the app will override the phone volume process. The app is designed to utilize the volume buttons during use to cycle between dogs. If you require further assistance please call 1-888-811-9111 M-F 8:00am-4:30PM PT

Update: “I’ve grown to love it after multiple uses. While it does take some time for the collar to connect, I usually turn the devices on way before arriving to my hiking destination and let them connect to the app on its own. Then the signals pickup throughout the drive and stay connected throughout. As for the beeping, I removed the beeping issue and I have no more problems!”

When turning on the remote, there is an instant connection to my phones app. However, when turning on the collar, it seems like it takes forever to sync with my phone. It takes at least 5 minutes to get the dog collar recognized by the app. I’ve tried with cellular / wifi and without. I wished it connected instantly like with the remote. Secondly, if your app is not running in the background, the remote beeps loudly and it can be annoying at times. I’d rather the phone vibrate or ping 1 notification that it has been disconnected. Or have an option to turn the beeping off

Hello Zoe, The units once started can take 0-10 mins for units to come on line, please allow the collars a clear line of sight to the sky. In the device list, select the phone, You can disable the gps connector locate tone. Please give us a call at 1-888-811-9111 M-F 8am - 4:30pm pst

Decided to run this collar as a test, I’ve run Dogtra on waterfowl dogs(Chessies) for several seasons and was wanting a tracking collar for my new GSP. So I tested this collar and it exceeded expectations. The app is clear and concise, easy to navigate, and the collar responds great. I have now switched entirely to Dogtra Pathfinder2 collars for all of my dogs. Even if you don’t hunt the e-fence boundary has worked well for my retired dogs that like to wander the yard while I’m training up the road so they’re not cooped up for hours. Running multiple dogs on the app is a seamless transition, and as-long as you’re more tech savvy then a rock you can make it work. Very happy with my purchase, my “experiment” turned into ordering 3 more collars.

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