Pet Ownership
C1. What pets, if any, do you currently own?
Dog(s)
Cat(s)
Bird(s)
Fish/aquarium
Rodent/small mammal
Farm animals
I do not own any pets
Other
Research History
C2. Do you work in any of the following industries?
Pet products or pet technology
UX research or usability testing
Marketing or advertising
None of the above
C3. Have you participated in a product research study in the past 12 months?
Yes
No
Not sure
C4. How many paid research studies (of any kind) have you participated in during the past 6 months?
0
1-2
3 or more
C5. What is your age?
Cat Ownership and Role
C6. What is your role in caring for and buying products for your cat(s)?
I am the primary caregiver and decision-maker
I share responsibility with someone else
I help care for the cat but do not make purchase decisions
I rarely care for the cat
Cat Lifestyle and Outdoor Activity
C7. How would you describe your cat's access to the outdoors?
My cat goes outside freely (indoor-outdoor)
My cat goes outside supervised or in an enclosure only
My cat never goes outside (strictly indoor)
C8. How often does your cat spend time outdoors each week?
Less than an hour
1-2 hours
3-4 hours
5 or more hours
C9. How often do you supervise your cat when they are outside?
All of the time
Most of the time
Some of the time
None of the time
C10. In the past 24 months, has your cat ever gone missing or been difficult to locate?
Yes, more than once
Yes, once or twice
No, always found right away
Not applicable: my cat has never been difficult to locate
C11. In a few sentences, describe your cat's average daily activities. Be detailed about where your cat spends time and how much unsupervised time they have.
Collar and Harness Context
C12. Does your cat currently wear a collar or harness?
Yes, collar - wears it all the time
Yes, collar - only when going outside
Yes, harness — for outdoor activities
Tried it but they removed it or we gave up
No, my cat does not wear a collar or harness
C13. Which best describes your experience with GPS cat trackers?
I currently use one
I've used one in the past, not currently
I don't own one but have been seriously looking
I don't own one but I'm somewhat curious
I'm not interested in GPS cat trackers
C14. How large would you estimate your home's property to be?
Less than .25 acres
.25–.5 acres
.5–.75 acres
.75–1 acre
1+ acre
C15. How would you describe the tree coverage or foliage around your property?
Minimal
Moderate
Heavy
Not Sure
Device and Technical Readiness
C16. What software does your mobile phone use?
Android
iOS
None of the above
C17. Would you be willing and able to update your phone to the latest software version if asked?
Yes
No
C18. How comfortable are you installing and using new mobile apps?
Very comfortable
Somewhat comfortable
Neutral
Somewhat uncomfortable
Very uncomfortable
Availability and Commitment
C19. Will your cat be at your home for the full study period? (For example, not boarded or staying with someone else.)
Yes, my cat will be home the entire time
No, my cat will be away for part of the study.
I'm not sure yet
C20. This study runs from approximately July 22 through August 12, 2026. You'll need to be at home with your cat and use the product daily. Do you have any planned travel or time away from home during this period that would take you away for more than 2 consecutive days?
No, I'll be home for the full period
Yes, I have a trip of 3+ days planned
I'm not sure yet
C21. This study involves completing tasks on your phone, sharing your screen and voice, AND recording video and photos of the product in use at regular intervals. Are you comfortable doing all of these?
Yes
No
C22. If chosen for this study, I agree to: (a) receive a shipped product at my home address, (b) sign a confidentiality agreement before receiving the product, and (c) use the product and submit feedback for the full duration (4 weeks). Do you agree?
Yes, I agree
No, I disagree
Video Response
Name
*
First Name
Last Name
Email
*
example@example.com
C.23 Please record a brief video (up to 1 minute) telling us about your cat and what, if anything, has made you curious about GPS cat trackers.
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