Halo Collar Brings Autonomous Vehicle GPS Technology to Pet Safety
TECHNOLOGY
Powered by Swift Navigation's Skylark™ Precise Positioning Service, the new dual-frequency system takes virtual fences to the next level and shows 3x more accuracy than any other GPS dog fence on the market.
Halo Collar has introduced Precision+, a next-generation GPS positioning system that brings autonomous vehicle-grade accuracy to pet containment. All Halo Collar 5 units, both new and existing, will receive the Precision+ upgrade, which combines the company's dual-band GPS hardware with Swift Navigation's Skylark Precise Positioning Service to deliver what the company calls superior accuracy for virtual pet fences.
The system combines Halo's L1 plus L5 dual-band GPS hardware with Swift Navigation's cloud-based GPS correction service, which is powered by a global network of ground reference stations. This pairing aims to enhance the virtual fence system by providing greater accuracy, precision, reliability, and consistency across all environments.
Three Times More Accurate
Independent testing shows Precision+ delivers three times more accuracy than any other GPS dog fence currently on the market. The system uses advanced atmospheric modeling to eliminate GPS signal errors and maintain a reliable high-accuracy boundary in challenging conditions, including wooded areas, mountainous terrain, and yards with heavy tree cover.
"Close enough isn't enough, especially when your dog is near a boundary," said Ken Ehrman, CEO of Halo Collar. "Halo has always been built applying the most advanced GPS technology to maximize pet safety. Precision+ allows us to push that precision even further, giving pet owners greater confidence that their dog is always safe in the boundaries they set."
Industrial-Grade Technology for Pet Wearables
Powered by Swift Navigation's Skylark and delivered over a continuous internet connection, the Halo Collar 5 achieves high-accuracy positioning that adapts in real time to changing atmospheric conditions. The system maintains accuracy even in challenging environments while avoiding the large antennas and hardware-heavy designs typical of precision GPS systems.
Instead, Halo combines dual-frequency GPS hardware, cloud corrections, and proprietary software to deliver professional-grade precision in a lightweight collar designed to fit even small dogs, bringing automotive-grade performance and reliability to a pet wearable.
"In a world of Physical AI, precise location data is the new standard for safety," said Timothy Harris, CEO of Swift Navigation. "Skylark powers more than 10 million safety-critical devices, from autonomous vehicles to robots and global logistics systems, with high-stakes accuracy. By integrating this same technology into the Halo Collar 5, Halo is leveraging the world's most proven positioning platform to bring industrial-grade protection to every dog."
Built-In Training and Customization
The Halo Collar 5 allows pet owners to create and store unlimited wireless fences instantly using the Halo mobile app. The system features built-in training developed by Cesar Millan, who co-founded the company, and uses customizable prevention and encouragement cues to guide dogs safely within their boundaries.
These cues include gentle sounds, voice commands, and vibrations designed to help dogs understand and respect their designated boundaries. The approach aims to provide effective containment while maintaining a positive training experience.
Availability and Pricing
The Halo Collar 5 retails for $524 and is available through halocollar.com as well as major retailers including Amazon, Chewy, Best Buy, Petco, and Scheels. The Precision+ update will be rolled out to all existing Halo Collar 5 units automatically.
Halo Collar currently protects more than 500,000 dogs across the United States each day. The system combines wireless smart fencing, smart training, real-time GPS tracking, and activity monitoring into a single collar, using proprietary GPS and GNSS location technology to help keep dogs safe while giving them freedom to explore.