Garmin Collars

When it comes to Garmin tracking collars, we have seen a many different variants over the years. Starting with the DC20 way back in 2007, we have since seen the DC30, DC40, DC50, and then finally the T5 family of collars. For the last decade the T5 has been the go-to tracking collars for Garmin GPS systems. This is all about to change with the introduction of the Garmin T20 Tracking Collar.

In this article, we will be breaking down the TT25’s new design features, like the replaceable GPS band, expended life battery pack, Wi-Fi software updates, colored beacon lights, and the new dynamic update rate. Along with these improvements, we will also discuss the new body design and charging clip.

We have just received word from Garmin that all newly manufactured Garmin TT15 Mini receivers and Garmin T5 Mini receivers will no longer be compatible with the Garmin Astro 320 handhelds. This is a result of a change in the hardware inside the TT15 Mini and T5 Mini collars due to component shortages.

The Garmin Delta Simple (Delta SE) is Garmin’s latest release into their Delta series of e-collars. The Garmin Delta series are moving their focus more on the everyday pet side of the market. It is designed to be simple and easy to use, with clearly labeled buttons, no settings to worry about, and simple two dog selector switch.

Garmin just (August 17, 2022) release software update v2.35 for the Garmin TT15X collar and Garmin T5X collar. This update included several improvements and fixes! This is labeled as a "recommended" update.

Garmin just (March 28, 2022) release software update 2.25 for the Garmin TT15X collar and Garmin T5X collar. This update included several minor bug fixes, a improvement on the GPS signal calculation, improvement to the sleep mode, and more!

The original Garmin T5 and TT15 collars first made their way to the stage in June of 2014. Many would agree that it’s time for Garmin to come out with an upgraded full size collar. With COVID-19 and the global computer chip shortage, it may have crushed any hopes of a new collar. As a response to the chip shortages...

With the launch of the new Garmin T5X collar, we would like to take the time to compare the new collar with its older version. Upon first glance, you will be able to see that the shell of the two units is virtually the same. The only identifying mark of the two Garmin collars is the serial number sticker...

With the introduction of the new Garmin TT15X collar, we would like to take the time to give you our first impression of the specs of the new TT15X collar compared with its older version. At first glance, it’s apparent that the shell of the two units is nearly identical.

Garmin just (June 2, 2021) release software update 3.60 for the TT15 Mini and T5 Mini collars. This update included improvements to the GPS function of the collars. Update size 1.11 MB.

In 2015, Garmin introduced the Garmin Tri-Tronics Sport PRO system. The Sport PRO replaced the once-popular Tri-Tronics Sport Basic G3 EXP system that had been discontinued for several years. The Tri-Tronics Sport Basic G3 handheld was a customer favorite and is still used widely today.

I wanted to share a story of a scary day I had with my dog, Hoonigan, mushroom hunting in an old logging cut on state land here in Pennsylvania. The day was a beautiful early fall day, I was searching for chicken of the woods with my dog Hoon