# Pawscout Pet Community — Pet Safety and Social App

> Pet safety, community connection, and activity tracking app with optional Bluetooth tag. (iPhone/iPad app by Pawscout.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pawscout-pet-community/id807811799 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Pawscout](https://appshunter.io/developer/807811802)
- Category: Lifestyle, Navigation
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.70/5 from 2,197 App Store ratings · 213 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 89 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France)
- Released: 2014-11-06
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pawscout-pet-community/id807811799/reviews.md

## What is Pawscout Pet Community?

With Pawscout’s free app, safety and community are always in paw’s reach. Help lost pets, connect with local pet owners, track walks, and browse thousands of pet points of interest.

A Free App to Help Lost Pets
Most lost pets don’t go far—that’s why it’s crucial to rally your community. Pawscout’s App makes it easy to enlist local pet lovers in the search, and our Bluetooth-enabled Tag (optional) alerts users when a lost pet is nearby. A detailed medical profile helps pet heroes care for your furry BFF until you can be reunited.

Connect with Pets Nearby
Build your local network of pet lovers with Pawscout’s social tools. Share photos, arrange walks and playdates, and alert neighbors to pet hazards or pet-friendly places. Invite friends and family to expand your “petwork.”

Track Walks and Set a Virtual Pet Leash
Pawscout, the Smarter Pet Tag (MSRP $19.99), works with our free App to keep tabs on your favorite furball. Track walks and monitor your pet’s activity levels. Or set an outdoor virtual pet leash while you’re outside, and receive alerts on your phone when your pet goes out of range.

## Key features

- Help find lost pets
- Connect with local pet owners
- Track pet walks and activity
- Set virtual pet leashes
- Browse pet points of interest
- Create detailed pet medical profiles

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly plan | $0.99 | per month |
| Annual Plan | $9.99 | per year |


## What do users think of Pawscout Pet Community?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 💡 Helpful for tracking pets
- 👍 Easy to set up
- 🚀 Useful community features
- 🔒 Provides peace of mind for pet owners
- 👍 Customizable pet profiles

**Cons**

- 🐛 Inaccurate location tracking
- 🔋 Battery life issues
- 🤔 Limited range/connectivity
- 👎 Unreliable app performance
- 💸 Misleading subscription fees

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- Difficulty registering account/device
- Inconsistent notification alerts
- Syncing issues between app and tag

**Most requested features**

- Improved GPS accuracy and range
- Ability to set custom geofences
- More detailed location history
- Compatibility with more devices
- Better customer support responsiveness

## Recent user reviews (10 of 213)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pawscout-pet-community/id807811799/reviews.md

### 4/5 — App works now

*2026-07-08, version 5.3.1*

Last week bought the tag, saw a lot of reviews saying app didnt work, that was correct at the time.  

Looks like it magically works as of a few days ago! Woot woot

### 1/5 — Broken

*2026-07-05, version 5.3.1*

I bought the tag, I downloaded the app and the app says to update, there is no update available. Disappointing, until they fix it, don’t buy one. It won’t work without the app.

### 1/5 — Scam

*2026-07-04, version 5.3.1*

Cant even open the app. Don’t waste your money. Giving it 1 star because i cant give 0.

### 1/5 — Just bought

*2026-07-04, version 5.3.1*

So I just bought this and downloaded the app. But when I open the app it just keeps saying download the newest version and won’t let me do anything? So I’m very confused on what’s going on?

### 1/5 — Horrible

*2026-07-04, version 5.3.1*

Downloaded the app and it’s says update to newest version yet there isn’t one. This hasn’t been updated in the last two years

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2026-07-03, version 5.3.1*

Stupid app doesn’t even work. Just keeps saying to update but there’s no update.

### 1/5 — App does not update

*2026-07-03, version 5.3.1*

The app is asking me to update it in the App Store yet there is no option to update. I cannot track my pet. This is unacceptable. Reached out to support for urgent help but no reply yet.

### 1/5 — Make it make sense

*2026-07-03, version 5.3.1*

Says I need to download the latest version but doesn’t have the latest version to download. Make it make sense.

### 1/5 — Trash

*2026-07-03, version 5.3.1*

Got 2 tags for my dogs and will not let me set it up because the app itself is not up to date and waste my money on it. Even if I go to the website itself you cannot do anything unless you have the app. lol, can’t do that if it’s not working itself….

### 1/5 — Update

*2026-07-03, version 5.3.1*

My girlfriend got these tags for our dog and she has been able to use the app effectively, she sent me a link and I registered online then downloaded the app after signing in the app told me I needed to update to the most current version. I checked in the app store I have the latest update installed. Clearly something is wrong. I’d like to be able to keep track of my pet

## Frequently asked questions about Pawscout Pet Community

### What does the Pawscout Pet Community app do?

The app helps you connect with local pet owners, find lost pets, track your pet's walks and activity, and set virtual leashes. It aims to enhance pet safety and build a community of pet lovers.

### How does the optional Pawscout Tag work?

The Bluetooth-enabled Pawscout Tag works with the free app to alert users when a lost pet is nearby. It also enables walk tracking and virtual leash features, notifying you if your pet goes out of range.

### Is the Pawscout Pet Community app free to use?

Yes, the app itself is free to download and use. However, there is an optional Bluetooth-enabled Pawscout Tag available for purchase, which enhances the app's tracking and safety features.

### What kind of information can I store for my pet?

You can create a detailed medical profile for your pet, which can be helpful if your pet gets lost and needs care from a pet hero. This profile can include important health information.

### Can I use this app to find pet-friendly places?

Yes, the app allows you to browse thousands of pet points of interest and alert neighbors to pet-friendly places in your community. This helps you discover and share locations suitable for pets.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.3.1 — 2023-12-20

This release includes bug fixes and pawsome new performance enhancements.

### 5.3.0 — 2023-02-17

This newest release from Pawscout is small but mighty. We recently released Pet Documents (for all your important pet details), and now we've made it better than ever with the addition of the two most important identifying numbers for your pet: microchip and license information. Scan, add a photo, or manually enter these numbers to help rescuers get your pet back to you safely and quickly if they go missing. Go to Pet Profile in the Pawscout App and enter the numbers today. Thank you for supporting the Pawscout community!

### 5.2.0 — 2022-12-18

We are doing our happy dance and taking a giant leap forward for pet health and safety with our newest feature: Pet Documents. 

Tired of keeping track of your pet’s important info on those itty bitty scraps of paper in your junk drawer? We’ve got you! Take a few photos and upload them to your pet’s profile in the Pawscout App, and share them with veterinarians, family, and caretakers – all with a couple of clicks. 

Thank you for supporting the Pawscout community!

### 5.1.2 — 2022-11-20

This release includes bug fixes and performance enhancements to keep your pet safe and happy.

### 5.1.1 — 2022-11-04

This release includes bug fixes and performance enhancements to keep your pet safe and happy, and is the last Pawscout App version that will support iOS 14. Please upgrade your smartphone operating system to continue using Pawscout successfully.

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