How do you share your live location while dog walking?
Share your live location with a trusted friend or family member before you walk, either through a messaging app, a dedicated safety app like Holler, or your phone's built-in location sharing. The key is making sure someone you trust knows where you are in real time and has a way to reach you if something goes wrong.
Step by step
01Tell someone your plan before you leave
Let a family member or close friend know you're going for a dog walk, which route you're taking, and when you expect to be back. This is the foundation of any safety practice.
02Share your live location link
Use Holler or a similar safety app to generate a live location link that your Guardian can open in any browser on their phone or computer. They see your movement as it happens and get an automatic alert if you stop moving or take a hard fall.
03Set a check-in time
Agree on a time when you'll text or call to confirm you're home safe. If you don't check in, your Guardian knows to reach out or contact help.
04Keep your phone accessible
Make sure you can quickly reach your phone if you need it. Holler offers a one-tap SOS button as a shortcut to call 911 if you're injured or in trouble.
Related questions
Does my Guardian need to download an app to follow my location?
No. With Holler, your Guardian opens a link you send them in any web browser on their phone or computer. No app installation needed on their end.
What happens if I fall while walking my dog?
Holler's automatic fall detection watches for hard impacts and sends an alert to your Guardians if it detects one and you don't dismiss it. You can also tap SOS to alert them and get a shortcut to call 911 right away.
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