All Tractive GPS trackers are designed to fit comfortably on your pet's collar, but the exact attachment mechanism varies by tracker model. Find your device below to learn how to attach your new GPS tracker to your pet.
Note: Tracker availability varies by country. Please visit www.tractive.com to see which Tractive GPS trackers are available in your country.
Tractive GPS DOG 6 (Europe only)
The Tractive DOG 6 can be attached to collars and harnesses with a maximum width of 3cm*. Remove the collar from your dog then lay it on top of the rubber clip. Next, secure the tracker to the clip using the two hooks on each side (B).
If your dog wears a narrow collar, make sure to weave the collar through the holes in the center of the clip to ensure the tracker is secure (A).
*Additionally, if the provided clip doesn't fit your dog's collar, you may wish to consider purchasing a Fabric Clip. These clips come in two sizes: S (for collars up to 2.5cm), and L (for collars up to 5cm).
To attach your tracker using the fabric clip, follow the steps below:
- Remove the collar from your dog
- Place the fabric clip on the back of the collar, ensuring the Tractive logo is aligned parallel with the collar
- Position the tracker on the front of the collar, then secure it by looping and fastening the four elastic bands
Tractive GPS DOG 4 / DOG LTE
The Tractive GPS DOG LTE tracker can be attached to collars with a maximum width of 2.8 cm (1.1 in) using the regular clips, or 3.4 cm (1.3 in) using the XL clips. To attach this tracker to your pet's collar, remove the collar from your pet and continue like so depending on the width of the collar:
- Collar width 1.5 cm or less: Remove the rubber clip, put the collar through the two rectangular holes on the sides of the rubber clip, and fasten the rubber clip to the tracker again.
- Collar width 1.6 - 3.4 cm: Remove the rubber clip on one side of the tracker, place the collar in between the rubber clip and the tracker, and fasten the rubber clip to the tracker again.
Tractive CAT Mini
There are two different attachment mechanisms included in the box. Try them both out and see which one is best for you and your feline friend.
| Collar clip mount | Rubber attachment |
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Thread the collar through the mounting clip and click the tracker into the mount, ensuring it’s securely attached. |
Place the tracker inside the rubber attachment and then thread the collar through the loop. |
The Rogz Safety Collar included with your tracker features a safety breakaway mechanism that can be adjusted according to your pet’s weight.
This breakaway mechanism can be easily adjusted by moving the red slider on the collar from one side to the other.
The slider is usually set to the smallest setting by default, so you might have to adjust it depending on your cat’s weight.
Here’s an approximate weight guide:
- Lowest setting: 6.6lbs - 11 lbs (3kg - 5kg)
- Medium setting: 11lbs-19lbs (5kg - 8.5kg)
- High setting: 19lbs + (8.5kg +)
Tractive DOG XL
The Tractive DOG XL tracker can be attached to collars and harnesses with a maximum width of 4 cm / 1.6 in. Remove the collar from your dog then lay it on top of the rubber clip. Next, secure the tracker to the clip using the three hooks on each side.
Tractive DOG XL Adventure Edition
The Tractive DOG XL Adventure Edition can be attached to collars and harnesses with a maximum width of 4 cm / 1.6 in. Remove the collar from your dog then lay it on top of the rubber clip. Next, secure the tracker to the clip using the three hooks on each side.
Tractive GPS CAT 4 / CAT LTE
The GPS CAT 4 / CAT LTE comes with a rubber collar attachment/sleeve and fits collars up to 2 cm wide. Place the tracker inside the rubber sleeve and then thread the collar through the loops of the sleeve. When you purchase the tracker, you can choose to include the Rogz collar with your delivery. This collar features a weight-adjustable breakaway mechanism, which will break away in case your cat gets caught, reducing the risk of strangulation or injury. Move the red slider on the collar from one side to the other to adjust the breakaway mechanism.
If your cat prefers to wear a harness, you may wish to order a separate Harness Attachment. Simply clip the tracker into the mount and attach it to their harness by adjusting the velcro straps.
Can't find your tracker here? See the specifications of our older tracker models below:
Tractive GPS DOG & Tractive GPS Cat Tracker (IKATI)
The Tractive GPS DOG and Tractive GPS Cat Tracker (IKATI) can also be attached to a collar with a maximum width of 2.8 cm. If purchasing the Tractive GPS CAT Tracker (IKATI) from a retailer, you should receive both a HUNTER® collar and an attachment clip so that you can attach the tracker to a collar of your choice, such as the Rogz collar. If you do not receive these accessories, please contact the Tractive Customer Happiness Team.
Follow the steps below to attach this tracker to your pet's collar:
- Remove the collar from your cat or dog.
- Place the collar in between the clip and the collar mount. To secure thinner collars, slide the collar through the openings in the mounting clip, as shown below.
- Fasten the clip onto the mount.
- Attach the Tractive device to the mount and ensure the device is fully secured.
Once you have securely attached your tracker to your pet, you're ready to start tracking!
Tractive GPS Classic, Hunters Edition & Tractive GPS 3G
The Tractive GPS Classic, Hunters Edition and Tractive GPS 3G can be attached to your pet with the help of the Tractive GPS Collar Clips, which are included in each purchase.
The collar clips are suitable for collars with a width of up to 4.6 cm and are available in two sizes:
- Large: For collars with a thickness of 0.3 to 0.5 cm.
- Small: For collars with a thickness of up to 0.3 cm.
Simply place your pet's collar in between the tracker and clip and click the clips securely into place, like so:
Tractive GPS XL
Different Tractive GPS Collar Clips are available for the Tractive GPS XL. The collar clips are also suitable for collars with a width of up to 4.6 cm. These clips come in the following sizes:
- Large: For collars with a thickness of 0.5 to 0.8 cm.
- Small: For collars with a thickness of up to 0.5 cm.
Replacement clips can be purchased here.
Tractive GPS CAT (with integrated collar)
The Tractive GPS CAT Tracker is a GPS tracker and collar in one; therefore no clips are necessary to attach the device to your pet. Before use, ensure that your cat meets the minimum weight requirement to use the Tractive GPS CAT tracker. For safety, the device should only be worn by cats weighing 4 kg (8.8 lbs) or more.
- Use the Sizing Chart included in your purchase (or download and print it at the preceding link) to measure your cat's neck in order to find the collar latch which best fits your cat.
- Use the table below to close the tracker at the designated hole/latch using the strap and pin. Count the holes starting closest to the tracker.
Measurement Hole 19 - 20 cm 3 - 5 20 - 22 cm 5 - 7 22 - 24 cm 7 - 9 24 - 26 cm 9 - 11 26 - 28 cm 11 - 12 28 - 30 cm 12 - 14 - Then use the breakaway mechanism to attach the device to your cat.
- Remember that 1-2 fingers should be able to fit between your cat's neck and the tracker so that both the cat and tracker can move comfortably.
Tip for first-time users: Every pet is unique and your cat or dog will therefore likely display their own unique behavior towards wearing a GPS tracking device. We recommend that you let your pet get acquainted with the new device by wearing it indoors and turned off for 1-2 days before first use. This way you can observe how the dog or cat responds to wearing their GPS tracker and adjust the attachment as necessary. You can also find some tips on how to train your cat to wear a collar in our blog.
Tractive DOG XL (Available in Austria only)
The Tractive DOG XL tracker can be attached to collars and harnesses with a maximum width of 4 cm / 1.6 in. Remove the collar from your dog then lay it on top of the rubber clip. Next, secure the tracker to the clip using the three hooks on each side.
Tractive GPS DOG & Tractive GPS Cat Tracker (IKATI)
The Tractive GPS DOG and Tractive GPS Cat Tracker (IKATI) can also be attached to a collar with a maximum width of 2.8 cm. If purchasing the Tractive GPS CAT Tracker (IKATI) from a retailer, you should receive both a HUNTER® collar and an attachment clip so that you can attach the tracker to a collar of your choice, such as the Rogz collar. If you do not receive these accessories, please contact the Tractive Customer Happiness Team.
Follow the steps below to attach this tracker to your pet's collar:
- Remove the collar from your cat or dog.
- Place the collar in between the clip and the collar mount. To secure thinner collars, slide the collar through the openings in the mounting clip, as shown below.
- Fasten the clip onto the mount.
- Attach the Tractive device to the mount and ensure the device is fully secured.
Once you have securely attached your tracker to your pet, you're ready to start tracking!
Tractive GPS Classic, Hunters Edition & Tractive GPS 3G
The Tractive GPS Classic, Hunters Edition and Tractive GPS 3G can be attached to your pet with the help of the Tractive GPS Collar Clips, which are included in each purchase.
The collar clips are suitable for collars with a width of up to 4.6 cm and are available in two sizes:
- Large: For collars with a thickness of 0.3 to 0.5 cm.
- Small: For collars with a thickness of up to 0.3 cm.
Simply place your pet's collar in between the tracker and clip and click the clips securely into place, like so:
Tractive GPS XL
Different Tractive GPS Collar Clips are available for the Tractive GPS XL. The collar clips are also suitable for collars with a width of up to 4.6 cm. These clips come in the following sizes:
- Large: For collars with a thickness of 0.5 to 0.8 cm.
- Small: For collars with a thickness of up to 0.5 cm.
Replacement clips can be purchased here.
Tractive GPS CAT (with integrated collar)
The Tractive GPS CAT Tracker is a GPS tracker and collar in one; therefore no clips are necessary to attach the device to your pet. Before use, ensure that your cat meets the minimum weight requirement to use the Tractive GPS CAT tracker. For safety, the device should only be worn by cats weighing 4 kg (8.8 lbs) or more.
- Use the Sizing Chart included in your purchase (or download and print it at the preceding link) to measure your cat's neck in order to find the collar latch which best fits your cat.
- Use the table below to close the tracker at the designated hole/latch using the strap and pin. Count the holes starting closest to the tracker.
Measurement Hole 19 - 20 cm 3 - 5 20 - 22 cm 5 - 7 22 - 24 cm 7 - 9 24 - 26 cm 9 - 11 26 - 28 cm 11 - 12 28 - 30 cm 12 - 14 - Then use the breakaway mechanism to attach the device to your cat.
- Remember that 1-2 fingers should be able to fit between your cat's neck and the tracker so that both the cat and tracker can move comfortably.
Tip for first-time users: Every pet is unique and your cat or dog will therefore likely display their own unique behavior towards wearing a GPS tracking device. We recommend that you let your pet get acquainted with the new device by wearing it indoors and turned off for 1-2 days before first use. This way you can observe how the dog or cat responds to wearing their GPS tracker and adjust the attachment as necessary. You can also find some tips on how to train your cat to wear a collar in our blog.