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We have listed several types of monitors below with easy links to find them. Some of the links are affiliate links. We have not been paid to review or endorse any product or manufacturer. Using affiliate links costs you nothing more, but does allow us to receive\u00a0a small commission from the vendor which helps support us in our efforts to bring you information like this. As always we appreciate your support.<\/div>\n

As the weather heats up (or also when it gets too cold), our concern for the safety of our dogs or cats does as well. RVers can especially be concerned about leaving their pets in the rig while out exploring a new area.<\/p>\n

\"\"We can do some things, like explore early in the morning when it is cooler, or be hooked up and leave the air-conditioning on (or heaters in winter), but what if it is warmer or colder than we think? And what if the power goes out back at the RV? Our pet’s lives can actually be at risk.<\/p>\n

A temperature monitor system for dogs and cats might be what you are looking for. There are a few ways you can handle this depending on your situation. Most systems fall into one of three categories:<\/p>\n

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  1. Cellular-based systems<\/li>\n
  2. WiFi-based systems<\/li>\n
  3. Repurposed systems<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    The minimum features that you want to look for are: a temperature sensor that alerts your cell phone when temperatures go out of a range you set and alerts when the power goes out. Knowing when the power goes out is a huge advantage, because you will know that the air-conditioning is no longer working well before the temperature gets to a dangerous range. This gives you additional time to return and rescue your pet, whereas just having an alert when it gets hot means you don’t know until the situation is already starting to get dangerous.<\/p>\n

    Features that are also nice but not required, are being able to check the current temperature as often as you like (so not just an alert when out of range), being able to see or interact with the pet, and sensors for other problems like security or water leaks.<\/p>\n

    These systems are designed to reduce risks, not eliminate them. But it is a lot more comforting knowing you can check on what is going on back at the RV whenever you like. Most\u00a0of the dedicated systems run through a server in the cloud that is always up, so you will be notified if the conditions worsen, the power goes out, the connection is broken or signal down, you know to head back right away.<\/p>\n

    All these systems still require good common sense, and if the temperatures are going to be extreme, you shouldn’t leave your pets alone, even with a monitor. All the systems also require you to have a working cell phone with you and to be in cellular range to receive the notices and alerts. Each item described below also has a link to more information so you can further research the capabilities and limitations of the system. Pricing on the systems may change, so I generally avoided listing them here. But the provided links will allow you to quickly view the latest prices.<\/p>\n

    Temperature monitors are one of 10 gizmos and gadgets we think RVers with pets need. We have a free list of 9 more that you can get when you sign up for our monthly newsletter. It’s a newsletter for RVing pet owners with all sorts of helpful information like this article, and you can always unsubscribe at any time. Subscribe now and see the other 9 awesome gizmos and gadgets.<\/a><\/p>\n

    Cellular-Based Systems<\/h3>\n

    Often when you are in a vehicle or RV, you are somewhere that doesn’t have access to reliable WiFi. This is where the cellular-based systems shine. While you do have to be within range of a cellular signal, cellular systems use a cellular account to text you alerts when the temperature is a concern. Various systems have different features you can choose. All the ones I have listed include sensing the temperature, and notifying when there is a power outage. Most have additional features as well.<\/p>\n

    Because they rely on cellular, they do require a cellular account to operate. This means a\u00a0monthly fee to maintain that account. Most services will supply the cellular account.<\/p>\n

    There are many different sensors out there, so let’s look at the features of a few of the more popular brands.<\/p>\n

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    \nMarCELL<\/strong> –\u00a0    On Amazon<\/a> (or www.meetmarcell.com<\/a>) Features include:<\/p>\n