Why upland hunters trust the Dogtra PATHFINDER2’s e-fence and offline GPS reliability

Watching your dog work a field is one of the best parts of upland hunting. But when they start to drift toward roads, private land, or out of sight, things get stressful — fast.

That’s why more hunters are turning to the Dogtra PATHFINDER2. This GPS tracking and training system has a built-in E-Fence feature that keeps your dog within safe boundaries — even with no cell service. It gives you peace of mind and real-time control while letting your dog hunt freely.

Dogtra first introduced its GPS tracking system in 2017 with the original PATHFINDER. In 2022, they launched the PATHFINDER2, a fully updated version with powerful new features upland hunters now rely on every day.

E-Fence: GPS Boundaries You Set and Trust

The E-Fence feature has been a standout since the PATHFINDER2 launched. It lets you draw a custom boundary on the map, and the collar does the rest.

Here’s how it works:

• You create a fence line using the app—minimum of 2,000 total yards with an inner and outer zone.
• If your dog gets close to the edge, the collar gives a vibration warning.
• If they cross the boundary, they receive a one-time correction.
• You get a notification if your dog approaches, crosses, or returns inside the boundary.

This is not a buried wire system—it’s all GPS-based. That means you can set up a virtual fence anywhere you hunt, from prairie grasslands to wooded draws.

And best of all? It works even without cell signal.

Full Offline Reliability in the Field

You don’t need to worry about losing signal with the PATHFINDER2. Before heading out, you can download maps ahead of time. Once you’re in the field, everything continues to work:

• Live dog tracking
• E-Fence enforcement
• Real-time alerts

That’s because the system runs on direct GPS communication between the collar and GPS connector—not your phone’s data. The result is full offline reliability that upland hunters can count on, no matter how far off the grid they go.

Two More Fence Modes for More Flexibility

In addition to the custom E-Fence, PATHFINDER2 gives you two more fence options:

• Geo-Fence Mode – Sets a circular boundary around your location. Useful for camp or truck-side breaks.
• Mobile-Fence Mode – A moving fence that travels with you while walking or scouting new areas.

All three fence modes are easy to set up and run fully offline.

More Features Upland Hunters Appreciate

• Point Mode Alerts – Get notified the moment your dog goes on point.
• Quick E-Collar Access – Control stim, tone, or vibration from the GPS connector without opening your phone.
• Smartwatch Compatibility – Track your dog and control the collar right from your wrist.
• Public Land Map Layers (Beta) – A free app feature showing 9 layers of public land data, walk-in areas, and more.

Go Farther. Stay Safer. Hunt Smarter.

The PATHFINDER2 lets you train and track with confidence. The E-Fence gives you the power to guide your dog’s range, protect them from danger, and stay legal and respectful in the field. Combined with offline GPS reliability, this system is built for real bird country—not just the backyard.

Dogtra PATHFINDER2
Train. Track. Explore.
No subscription fees. 9-mile range. Up to 21 dogs.
Leading GPS dog tracking and training since 2017.
Learn more at dogtra.com.

FREE PATHFINDER2 APP: 

• Track and train your dog from your phone
• No Monthly Subscription
• No Signal Required & Offline Maps
•  Smart Watch compatibility:
  • Now available on Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Series
  • Apple Watch Series 5 and above

APP REQUIREMENTS:

• iOS 12.1 or Android 6.0 and above and devices must include Bluetooth 5.0 and up.
• Requires a PATHFINDER2 system to operate.
• *To experience the full functionality of PATHFINDER2, your Android device must be running Android 7.0 or later, or your iPhone must be running iOS 14.0 or later. iPhone is a trademark of Apple Inc.

PATHFINDER2

Retail: $429.99