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Expert gear
for every dog
and every cat.

GPS trackers, harnesses, cat trees, collars and leads — reviewed by CPDT-KA certified behaviorist Lucy Hartwell. Separate guides for dogs and cats.

 
300+ Dog Reviews
 
169+ Cat Reviews
 
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Two Complete Guides

Separate expertise for dogs and cats.

Two dedicated sections — each with its own categories, buying guides, and GPS reviews. No mixing, no noise.

300+ Reviews

Dogs

GPS trackers, harnesses, no-pull leads, collars, travel crates, and safety gear — all tested by Lucy on real dogs.

169+ Reviews

Cats

Cat trees, GPS trackers, wall shelves, enclosures, litter boxes, and outdoor furniture — reviewed for real cat households.

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What kind of pet are you tracking?
Determines collar fit, weight limits, and waterproofing needs.
How active is your pet?
Activity level determines battery drain, durability, and GPS refresh rate.
What matters most to you?
Each tracker excels in different areas — we match your priority to the right model.
What is your budget?
We recommend the best value at each price point.
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Lucy Hartwell
CPDT-KA Certified
CPDT-KA Certified Dog Trainer
IAABC Member Since 2015
AKC CGC Evaluator
12+ Years Animal Behavior
2,000+ Animals Assessed
Meet the Expert

Lucy Hartwell, CPDT-KA

Certified Professional Dog Trainer and Animal Behaviorist

Lucy Hartwell is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) with over 12 years of hands-on experience working with dogs and cats across the United States. She brings a science-backed, force-free methodology to every product review on this site.

Before founding Lucy’s Barkery, Lucy spent six years as a staff behaviorist at a high-intake animal shelter in Portland, Oregon, where she assessed, rehabilitated, and placed over 2,000 animals. Every product reviewed is personally tested — often on the 14 dogs and 3 cats she fosters each year.

Certification
CPDT-KA, Cert. Council for Professional Dog Trainers
Experience
12+ years, 2,000+ animals assessed
Memberships
IAABC Full Member, AKC CGC Evaluator
Testing Method
Real-world field testing on foster animals
Real Reviews

Trusted by 5,000+ pet parents.

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“Lucy’s Tractive GPS review was the most thorough I found anywhere. She tested it across three trail runs and noted the exact signal lag. Bought it that same day.”

 
Marcus W., Denver CO
2 German Shepherds
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“My outdoor cat kept disappearing for days. Used the GPS Finder tool and found the right lightweight tracker in minutes. No more 2am panic searches.”

 
Priya S., Austin TX
1 outdoor cat, Tiger
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

“Lucy is an actual certified trainer. Her escape-artist harness comparison saved me from buying three wrong products. The Julius K9 worked first time.”

 
Diane K., Portland OR
Houdini, Beagle mix
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Your pet deserves gear
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Expert reviews. Real testing. Separate guides for dogs and cats.