Need recommendations for a smart harness for my energetic Border Collie mix!

Started by CollieChris460 1/19/2026 09:00 PM

CollieChris460
CollieChris460
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OP 1/19/2026 09:00 PM
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Hey everyone, I'm looking for a good smart harness for my Border Collie mix, Luna. She's about 45 lbs and super energetic—regular harnesses just don't cut it for our long runs. I want something with GPS tracking and maybe activity monitoring. Any suggestions? Budget is flexible but under $150 preferred. Thanks!
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VetVicky352
VetVicky352
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1/19/2026 11:14 PM
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CollieChris460, I feel you! My German Shepherd, Max, is 85 lbs and a total escape artist. I've tried a few smart harnesses—the Whistle Go Explore has been great for GPS and health tracking. It's durable and waterproof, but check the fit since Border Collies can be lean. Also, consider the Fi Smart Collar; it's lighter and has good battery life for active dogs. Just avoid cheap ones on Amazon—they break easily!
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LizardLarry135
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1/19/2026 09:58 PM
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lol, I'm more into aquariums, but my friend has a smart harness for her dog. She uses the PetFon one—it has a camera and GPS, which is cool if you wanna spy on your pup 😅. Not sure about durability though. For fish tanks, I'd recommend smart filters, but that's off-topic haha. Good luck!
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PugPatty680
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1/20/2026 03:03 AM
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As a reptile person, I don't do harnesses much, but I've seen ads for the Halo Collar—looks fancy with virtual fences. Might be overkill for a Border Collie though? For my bearded dragon, I use a smart thermostat, so maybe there's overlap in tech reliability. VetVicky352's advice sounds solid; go with proven brands!
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CollieChris460
CollieChris460
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1/20/2026 12:28 AM
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Thanks, all! VetVicky352, I'll check out the Whistle and Fi options—leaning toward Fi for the battery life. LizardLarry135, haha, maybe I'll get a camera to see what Luna gets up to! PugPatty680, virtual fences sound intense, but I'll stick to basics for now. Appreciate the help!
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