We're heading to rural CO this summer for some camping and we're bringing our two dogs for the first time. The land is essentially in the middle of nowhere and has little to no cell service, no fences, etc. We'd like to let the dogs roam, but not sure how far they'll end up going. Does anyone have any recommendations for a gps collar that has worked in this type of situation? TIA

Garmin TT15 collar with a Garmin Pro 550+ Handheld

Garmin Alpha (tracking and training) and Astro (tracking only) are the best, but expensive. They have a 9 mile straight line range, but not sure how well they work in the mountains. The Alpha is $900 for 1 collar and handheld. You can add additional collars. An Astro with 2 collars probably will run you about the same.

If you are not an upland game hunter and only want it for this one trip, maybe you can call around to several upland hunting guides and see if one would rent you a couple of collars and a transmitter (season is over so they aren't using them and may want a little extra money).

If you want to read about them and other brands, the best place I have found is Gundogsupply.com, big selection and reviews and articles. A really good supplier....also check out their engraved dog collars, high quality and cheap and you can put your phone number, etc on them, wouldn't have my dog without hers.

Thanks for the Garmin suggestions. I think I'll call around and see if I can't rent one. I don't want to drop that money if it's not going to be something I'll need very often.

We recently got this for our dog just to keep track of her when she gets out into the neighborhood. It has worked well for our needs.

https://tractive.com

Edit to add...I'm a dummy. Tractive won't be a good option with poor (or no) cell signal.

This dog could have used a GPS collar. But how can you not be completely taken by this guy?

https://people.com/pets/dog-stealing-unicorn-toy-from-dollar-general-store-rescued-north-carolina/