{"product_id":"garmin-alpha-t-20-gps-dog-tracking-collar-9-mile-range-long-battery","title":"Garmin Alpha T 20 GPS Dog Tracking Collar | 9-Mile Range \u0026 Long Battery","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Garmin Alpha T 20 GPS dog collar blends rugged durability with a slim profile that stays comfortable on a variety of breeds. The rugged housing pairs with a slim profile that can adapt from large to smaller breeds, and the included flex band is user replaceable for quick size tweaks as your dog grows or shifts between collars on backcountry trips. When used with a compatible Garmin handheld (sold separately), you can monitor a dog's position out to about 9 miles, with position updates possible every few seconds under active search scenarios.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn practical field scenarios, the collar's multicolor LED provides at-a-glance identification in daylight and darkness. You can choose from colors such as yellow, magenta, cyan, white, green, red and blue, which helps you distinguish multiple dogs in a single run or quickly locate a single dog among terrain and vegetation. The LED is designed to be bright enough for low light environments while staying visible without causing glare for nearby wildlife or other handlers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBattery life is tuned for long days outdoors. The standard battery pack can deliver up to 68 hours of operation, while the expanded pack can extend that to 136 hours when you enable dynamic tracking. Dynamic tracking intelligently adjusts the update cadence based on how your dog moves, which can help balance real-time awareness with power conservation on extended excursions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe collar also emphasizes convenience. When it is charging and connected to your network via Wi-Fi, it automatically installs the latest software updates, so you can enjoy ongoing improvements without manual checks. This combination of smart charging and remote updates reduces downtime and helps you stay aligned with the latest features as you go.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey benefits in the field\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTracking range up to 9 miles with updates as frequent as 2.5 seconds when paired with a compatible handheld\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRugged yet slim housing that fits a broad range of breeds and field needs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUser-replaceable flex band for easy sizing and maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDynamic tracking adjusts update rates to your dog’s movement for potentially longer battery life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBright multicolor LED helps with quick night identification across the pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDesign, power and compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomatic Wi-Fi updates keep software current during charging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairs with Garmin handhelds such as Alpha and Pro 550 Plus (sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBatteries are user-replaceable; standard pack up to 68 hours, expanded pack up to 136 hours when using dynamic tracking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Does the Alpha T 20 require a separate handheld to track?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. It requires pairing with a compatible Garmin handheld (sold separately) such as Alpha or Pro 550 Plus to track your dog.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How long does the battery last?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Standard pack up to 68 hours; expanded pack up to 136 hours with dynamic tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Garmin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40562940084353,"sku":"B0BYGVLRHV","price":497.26,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0598\/4757\/3633\/files\/garmin-alpha-t-20-collar-sleek-design.jpg?v=1765791752","url":"https:\/\/petiva.ca\/products\/garmin-alpha-t-20-gps-dog-tracking-collar-9-mile-range-long-battery","provider":"Petiva","version":"1.0","type":"link"}