The human mind is too complex and many times it is unable to retain various information, e.g. it happens very often that we don’t remember where we put some items. Here to say that a very good solution to find lost keys or things is to start using AirTag’s and combined with an Apple tracking program, finding lost things is an easy task. However, you should not use AirTag on your pet! CNET has a story on its pages that explains why it’s not a good idea to use Apple’s tracker for your dog or cat.
What is the purpose of AirTag’s?
First we should say that Apple designed AirTags primarily to help people locate personal items by leveraging a secure Bluetooth signal that nearby Apple devices on the Find My network can detect. AirTags are commonly used for items such as suitcases, bags and key rings. Apple itself doesn’t mention using AirTag for pets, probably for good reason.
Pet owners are constantly looking for new ways to keep their pets safe, often exploring options to track their pets’ locations. Recently, wearing an AirTag on a pet’s collar has been a popular option, sparking discussions among pet owners on internet forums. While some find AirTag useful, others warn of potential risks.
As an option, AirTags may seem like a simple, inexpensive way to track a pet’s location, but experts strongly advise against it. When attached to a pet’s collar, the device poses a health risk. Pets, especially dogs, may chew on the AirTag or even swallow it, leading to potential health problems.
There are many reports from veterinarians that have documented cases of pets ingesting batteries, requiring emergency surgery to remove them. Battery acid can cause serious gastrointestinal damage if it begins to corrode. Such surgery, which typically costs between $2,000 and $5,000, can be especially stressful and expensive for pet owners.
Health risks aside, AirTags have limited tracking capabilities, especially in rural areas. Unlike GPS devices, which work on specific networks for tracking, AirTags rely on nearby Apple devices to provide location data. This limitation makes them unreliable if a pet gets lost in a less populated area. Tracking becomes difficult when pets roam away from areas with high coverage of Apple devices.
For pet owners who want a real-time tracking solution, a GPS collar is a better option. GPS collars are built into the collar itself, lying flat to reduce the risk of the pet chewing on them. GPS collars are especially useful for instant tracking. If a pet escapes, it is often possible to locate and retrieve it within minutes.
Then there’s the microchip, which is a small, permanent implant about the size of a grain of rice that’s placed under a pet’s skin.
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Source: myphone.gr
