$69.00
Best suited for
- Large dogs (roughly 55 lb and up) that need live cellular GPS tracking
- Owners who want long battery life between charges alongside real-time location
Poor fit for
- Small dogs under the weight threshold — the DOG XL is oversized for them
- Use anywhere without cell service; cellular trackers do not track off-grid
Pros
- Sized and weighted for large dogs, per Tractive (about 115 g)
- Battery up to roughly 30 days with power-saving zones
- Live updates every two to three seconds in live tracking mode
- Waterproof and submersible build
Cons
- Requires a subscription for cellular GPS tracking
- Like all cellular trackers, does not work where there is no cell coverage
Overview
The Tractive DOG XL is the large-dog variant of Tractive’s cellular GPS tracker. Tractive recommends it for dogs of roughly 55 lb and up, where the larger unit’s size and weight are proportionate to the dog.
How it tracks
Like the rest of the Tractive line, the DOG XL combines GPS with a cellular connection to send your dog’s position to your phone, so you can see their location wherever there is cell coverage. Tractive cites live updates every two to three seconds in live tracking mode, escape alerts, and activity, sleep, and barking tracking. Cellular tracking requires a subscription that covers the built-in SIM.
Battery and build
Tractive lists the DOG XL at about 115 grams with a battery life of up to roughly 30 days when power-saving zones are used. The housing is described as waterproof and submersible, and the unit fits collars up to about 4 cm (1.6 in) wide.
Intended uses and limitations
The DOG XL is intended for large dogs whose owners want live, on-a-map tracking for everyday escape risk, off-leash hiking, or travel. It is oversized for small dogs, and as a cellular tracker it does not work where there is no cell service — owners who hunt or go deep off-grid need a radio system instead.
Availability
The Tractive DOG XL is available direct from Tractive and through retailers such as Amazon and Chewy.
What the sources say — summary
Tractive describes the DOG XL as a waterproof cellular GPS tracker for dogs of roughly 55 lb and up, with live updates every two to three seconds, up to about 30 days of battery with power-saving zones, escape alerts, and activity tracking, requiring a subscription.
Sources
This review is based on the Tractive product site and the Tractive Help Center tracker comparison.
Safety considerations
- A cellular tracker depends on cell coverage; it cannot locate a dog where there is no service.
- Confirm the dog is at or above the recommended weight threshold before fitting the larger DOG XL unit.
Verified specifications
- Tractive
- DOG XL
- Waterproof, submersible housing, Integrated GPS and cellular module
- Fits collars up to about 4 cm (1.6 in) wide
Sizing & compatibility
Fit depends on your dog's measurements. Measure girth (the widest part of the ribcage) and consult the manufacturer's size chart before buying — a poor fit can cause chafing or let an escape-prone dog back out of the harness.
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Sources & research
Read our research methodology and editorial standards →
- Manufacturer Tractive DOG XL — GPS tracker for large dogs
- Manufacturer Which tracker is right for my pet? — Tractive Help Center