{"product_id":"alphatrak-3-blood-glucose-monitoring-starter-kit-dogs-cats-horses","title":"AlphaTRAK 3 Starter Kit For Dogs, Cats \u0026 Horses","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonitor Your Pet’s Glucose Levels Accurately \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlphaTRAK 3 Blood Glucose Diabetic Monitoring Kit for Cats, Dogs, and Horses helps you keep your pet healthy and diabetes under control. Specifically calibrated for cats, dogs, and horses, it delivers fast, accurate results from a tiny blood sample. The complete starter kit, paired with the AlphaTrak Mobile App, allows effortless tracking, vet sharing, reminders, and proactive care for your furry friend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlphaTrak 3 Pet Glucose Monitor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlphaTRAK 3 Test Strips, 50 Count\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlphaTRAK Lancets, 30 Count\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLancing device\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlphaTRAK 3 Control Solution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePet Diabetes Diary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUser Guides and Carrying Case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e  \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccurate Blood Glucose Testing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides precise results using only 0.3 ml of blood in as little as five seconds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide Glucose Detection Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Detects glucose levels from 20–750 mg\/dL, covering all potential ranges for cats, dogs, and horses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMobile App Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Review, graph, and share glucose results with your veterinarian for smarter diabetes management decisions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete Starter Kit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes meter, test strips, lancing device, control solution, diary, and carrying case for convenience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProactive Pet Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Set reminders and notifications to ensure consistent monitoring and keep your pet’s health on track.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirections for Use \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerform a Control Test\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurn On the Meter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Insert a test strip into the meter to automatically turn on the device for testing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelect the Correct Species:\u003c\/strong\u003e Set the correct species code on the meter before applying control solution for accurate results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActivate Control Test Mode:\u003c\/strong\u003e Press and hold the appropriate button for three seconds until control solution icon displays clearly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare the Control Solution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gently invert the control solution bottle to mix contents before applying a drop to strip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApply Control Solution to Strip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place a single drop of control solution onto the bottom edge of the test strip carefully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRead and Compare Results:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wait a few seconds for results and compare with the test range printed on vial.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerform a Glucose Test\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGather Supplies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Collect all necessary items, including AlphaTRAK 3 meter, test strips, lancing device, and lancets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChoose Sampling Site:\u003c\/strong\u003e Select a capillary sampling site such as marginal ear vein, paw pad, or inner lip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsult Veterinarian for Guidance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Consult your veterinarian to determine appropriate sampling site and needle depth for your pet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSet Species on Meter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Set the correct species code by pressing and holding the buttons to switch accurately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare Lancing Device:\u003c\/strong\u003e Insert a new disposable lancet, twist off protective cover, and replace adjustable cap carefully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjust Depth of Lancing Device:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose lancing depth from Level 1 to Level 6, starting deeper, then adjusting if needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eObtain Blood Sample:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place lancing device on sampling site and press release button to collect a blood droplet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApply Blood to Test Strip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Touch blood droplet to dark-colored rectangle on test strip until meter beeps indicating sample.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurn Meter On:\u003c\/strong\u003e Insert test strip facing up into the meter to automatically power on the AlphaTRAK 3.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRead Results:\u003c\/strong\u003e Within seconds, the meter displays blood glucose results clearly, allowing timely management of pet’s diabetes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSync your meter with the AlphaTRAK App to store, track, and share your pet’s glucose readings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse only AlphaTRAK 3 test strips and control solution with the AlphaTRAK 3 meter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways confirm the test strip vial expiration date to ensure accurate results before testing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBluetooth Setup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDefault Bluetooth Setting:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Bluetooth® is “ON” by default, automatically activating after each new blood glucose test.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnter Bluetooth Settings:\u003c\/strong\u003e With meter off, press and hold the button for more than three seconds to access settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurn Off Automatic Bluetooth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Press the button again to deactivate automatic Bluetooth® connection mode, then save your preference properly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSend Results Manually:\u003c\/strong\u003e If automatic Bluetooth® is off, press and hold buttons within three seconds after testing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccess Memory Log:\u003c\/strong\u003e Turn on the meter, then press again to view memory screen for previous test results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSend Previous Results:\u003c\/strong\u003e In memory screen, press and hold buttons within three seconds until Bluetooth® icon appears.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfirm Connection to App:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once Bluetooth® is activated, results automatically send to the AlphaTrak App for tracking efficiently.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlphaTrak App Pairing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDownload and Open App:\u003c\/strong\u003e Download and open the AlphaTrak application on your mobile device to begin the pairing process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccess Device Menu:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tap the Device icon located at the bottom navigation bar to add a new meter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdd a Meter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tap “Add a Meter” to search automatically for your AlphaTrak meter nearby with Bluetooth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManually Find Meter:\u003c\/strong\u003e If your meter doesn’t appear automatically, tap the manual search option to locate your device.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelect and Pair Meter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Select your AlphaTrak meter from the list and tap “Click to Pair” to start pairing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnter Pairing Key:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enter the 6-digit pairing key displayed on your AlphaTrak meter into the AlphaTrak App.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfirm Connection:\u003c\/strong\u003e The application will confirm successful connection, and the meter Bluetooth® icon stops blinking accordingly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImport Test Data:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tap Dashboard at the bottom navigation to import glucose test data from your paired meter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetrieve Test Results:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tap “Get Result” to download recent test results from the AlphaTrak meter to App.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSync Confirmation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The AlphaTrak App will confirm that the test results have successfully synced and stored safely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeep Away from Children:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always store the AlphaTRAK 3 Pet Glucose Monitoring Kit out of reach of children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsult Your Veterinarian:\u003c\/strong\u003e Discuss usage of the AlphaTRAK 3 Blood Glucose Meter with your veterinarian before testing pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Return\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer ground, express, priority, and international delivery; see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hardypaw.com\/pages\/shipping-policies\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hardypaw.com\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ1: How often should I test my pet with the AlphaTRAK 3 Blood Glucose Monitoring Kit for Cats, Dogs, and Horses?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Testing frequency depends on your pet’s insulin type, dosage changes, and any unusual behavior. The AlphaTRAK 3 Pet Glucose Meter provides fast, accurate results for cats, dogs, and horses, helping owners follow veterinarian guidance for proper monitoring schedules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ2: Do I need to wear gloves when using the AlphaTRAK 3 Pet Blood Glucose Meter for Cats, Dogs, or Horses?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gloves are not mandatory when obtaining a blood sample, though they can improve safety. The AlphaTRAK 3 Glucose Monitoring Kit for cats, dogs, and horses ensures accurate results even without gloves, while minimizing potential exposure to animal blood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ3: I’m having trouble getting a blood sample with the AlphaTRAK 3 Pet Blood Glucose Kit, what should I do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gently warming the area increases blood flow. Applying petroleum jelly may help a droplet form. Using the AlphaTRAK 3 Glucose Monitoring System for cats, dogs, and horses ensures accurate readings while minimizing frustration during testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ4: Do I need to keep the code strip after setting up the AlphaTRAK 3 Glucose Meter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e The code strip sets the species lot code for correct results. Always keep it with your AlphaTRAK 3 Blood Glucose Kit for cats, dogs, or horses, ensuring the meter remains accurate for future tests and convenient to access.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ5: Is there a minimum age for using the AlphaTRAK 3 Blood Glucose Monitoring System on cats or dogs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e There is no minimum age for testing. Consult your veterinarian before using the AlphaTRAK 3 Pet Glucose Meter to ensure proper diabetes management for cats, dogs, or horses of any age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ6: Why does the AlphaTRAK 3 Meter require switching between cat or dog modes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cats and dogs have different blood glucose distributions. Switching species on the AlphaTRAK 3 Pet Blood Glucose Meter ensures accurate results for both cats, dogs, and horses, preventing errors and supporting safe diabetes management for your pet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ7: When and how should I perform a control solution test with the AlphaTRAK 3 Blood Glucose Kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perform a control solution test with every new pack of strips to confirm meter and strip accuracy. 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