STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The moment you realize your pet is missing is terrifying. Unlike microchips, which only help identify a lost dog when scanned by someone who finds it, GPS trackers deliver real-time location information straight to an owner’s smartphone. But choosing the right tracker depends on where you live and how you use it.

Cellular GPS trackers send location data through cell towers and work best in urban and suburban areas with strong coverage. These devices typically require a subscription plan and vary in cost based on the service.

Bluetooth trackers offer a more budget-friendly option for short-range tracking within a few hundred feet. Some, including Apple AirTags , tap into networks of other users’ devices to help locate a missing pet. Others connect owners to lost-p

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