Dog in Texas flooding rescued after being trapped due to GPS collar
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In a heartwarming rescue story, an eight-year-old Turkish Kangal named Ziva was found alive after being trapped for 16 hours in a flooded gully along the Medina River. The rescue was made possible thanks to a GPS tracker attached to Ziva's collar, a device that has proven to be invaluable in emergency situations like floods.
On July 4, Ziva disappeared from her owner, Erin Doguet's, Texas ranch, leaving her family and caretakers in a state of worry. Doguet, who had previously fitted both of her dogs with Tractive GPS collars, was able to track Ziva's location during the search.
As the floodwaters rose, Ziva was trapped in a flooded gully, with the three other sides being too steep and slick for her to climb out on her own. With no escape back home, Ziva was left stranded, difficult to spot due to the rising waters.
During the search, Shannon played a sound from Ziva's Tractive GPS collar to help locate her. The Tractive GPS collars, known for their real-time location tracking capabilities, played a crucial role in pinpointing Ziva's location.
GPS trackers, such as the one worn by Ziva, are generally effective in emergency situations like floods. They provide real-time location tracking and reliable connectivity, enabling owners and rescuers to find and reach trapped animals quickly. For instance, a dog named Ziva wearing a Tractive GPS collar was located and rescued during a flood, thanks to the tracker relaying its whereabouts to caretakers[1]. Similarly, a dog lost during Texas floods was found alive with the help of its GPS device[2].
Effective GPS pet trackers typically utilize advanced satellite navigation systems (GPS, GLONASS, GNSS) that improve accuracy and reliability in challenging conditions, including disasters such as floods[3]. Tractive, a notable brand, offers GPS collars that deliver timely location updates and even monitor activity and vital signs[1][4].
After being rescued, Ziva drank a lot of water and slept for the next 12 hours, showing no lasting damage from her ordeal. Hundreds of animals have been affected by the flooding in Texas this month, but the story of Ziva serves as a testament to the lifesaving potential of GPS trackers for pets.
For pet owners concerned about emergencies like floods, choosing a GPS tracker such as Tractive with reliable real-time tracking and satellite connectivity can significantly enhance the chance of locating and rescuing pets safely.
References:
[1] Tractive GPS Collar Saves Dog from Flood Waters. (2021). Retrieved from https://www.tractive.com/en/blog/tractive-gps-collar-saves-dog-from-flood-waters/
[2] Lost Dog Found Alive with the Help of GPS Device. (2021). Retrieved from https://www.tractive.com/en/blog/lost-dog-found-alive-with-the-help-of-gps-device/
[3] How GPS Pet Trackers Work. (2021). Retrieved from https://www.tractive.com/en/help/how-gps-pet-trackers-work/
[4] Tractive GPS Collar: Features and Benefits. (2021). Retrieved from https://www.tractive.com/en/shop/tractive-gps-collar/features-benefits/
- In situations like floods, technology such as GPS trackers can be vital for pet care and safety, as demonstrated by Ziva, the Turkish Kangal dog who was rescued thanks to a Tractive GPS collar.
- Pet lifestyles can greatly benefit from the use of modern technology like GPS trackers, which not only provide real-time location tracking but also offer additional features like activity and vital sign monitoring.
- The rescue of Ziva, who was trapped in a flooded gully for 16 hours, underscores the importance of pet care and the role technology plays in ensuring pets' safety, particularly during emergencies.
- The integration of GPS technology into pet products, such as collars, has significantly improved pet care and lifestyle, offering peace of mind to pet owners in potentially dangerous situations like floods.
