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Zoombak, a new device introduced at last month’s Global Pet Expo, uses high tech to keep free-wheeling dogs in check. You strap the lightweight locator device on your dog’s collar, set up the quadrants of your neighborhood’s safe zone on the Web, and then create a notification tree of yourself, other family members or neighbors. The device incorporates Advanced GPS , which uses satellite and cellular technologies, to locate your dog when he leaves the safe zone. Then you get an email alert or a text message on your phone, such as “Lucky has left the zone. Here is where he is now.”

The rechargeable Zoombak locator (which weighs 2.5 ounces and comes in a water-resistant pouch) is made for pets about 15 pounds and over. A smaller version is in the works, which will work for small dogs and possibly some cats, according to Michael Glickman, spokesman for Zoombak.

The device retails for about $199 and has a monthly service fee of about $10 a month. It will be available at Petco and PetSmart in March. Or go to www.zoombak.com.

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