PET TECH 101: LATEST TECHNOLOGY FOR YOUR PETS
Technology is making its way into our pet’s world and here are some of the newest and increasingly popular devices that we can use to enhance our pet’s lives. Thanks to Jenny Perkins from Here Pup…
Pet Tech 101: 6 Products that Your Dog (or Cat) Will Thank You For
It wouldn’t be wrong to say that today’s generation is glued to technology. Tech has embedded itself in almost all areas of life. The millennials are also known to be the generation that has the largest population of pet-owners. When the love for pets and tech combines, it leads to rising in the pet-care industry. This is what the US has experienced, and thus pet-tech sector continues to grow as newer tech-enabled solutions gain popularity among pet-parents.
If you look at the market now, you may find solutions to most of your problems. Let’s look at five ways how these gadgets can transform lives for you and your pets.
Smart Dog Collars
Your furry companion getting lost is the worst nightmare not just for us humans but also for our pups. They may forget their way around the street and hide in a corner waiting for their humans to take them home. To minimize the chances of such accidents, get your dog the new collars with embedded GPS technology. These devices enable you to track your pet’s location in real-time. The device can be programmed via your smartphone. You can specify boundaries on the map, and when your pet tries to leave the set limits, you will immediately get notifications on your phone.
Pet Cams
Our cats and dogs do miss us when we are away at work. Some days it may take you longer to reach home because of errands, and then maintaining a social life has its challenges. Amidst all the chaos your pet may feel neglected. Pet-parents also tend to worry when they can’t see what their fur-baby is doing back at home. If you share the same concerns, then the industry has a solution- Pet Cams! These cameras can be installed at home so you can keep an eye on your dog. Certain varieties offer two-way video and audio so your pooch can also look at you and have the ability to dispense treats.
Drinking Fountain
Our dogs often get thirsty and need access to clean and fresh water to prevent dehydration. It is particularly essential for dogs that play outside in the summers or the pups that need encouragement to drink more water. Look for a fountain that has a good quality filter and water purifier so you won’t have to worry about your dog becoming sick due to any impurities. They are available in lots of colors and designs so you can pick one that goes with your home or yard décor.
Automatic Pet Feeders
Now we all have seen our pets overeat at times and we aren’t always at home to keep an eye on these eaters. Well, now you can get automatic pet feeders. You can program the device to dispense your pet’s food at specific intervals and measured quantities.
For the homes that have multiple pets, one common problem is that one pet may end up eating the other’s food. Even that can be solved; some feeders uncover the food after detecting signals from each pet’s collar.
Keep Your Pet Cool this summer
Our dogs are sensitive to heat and summers aren’t kind to them. It is particularly hard for those large breeds that have round bodies or the ones with flat or snub noses such as the Pug, Bulldog or Boxer. In the scorching heat, your dog will love a bed that can keep him feeling cool. Cooling beds wick out the heat from your dog’s body and convert it to the room temperature. You can also consider investing in a cooling pad. These are great for some mid-afternoon relaxation on hot sunny days and are affordable for pet-parents.
Automatic Fetch Machine
Our pups can get bored quick, especially when we aren’t at home to play with them or take them out for walks. To keep your dog busy and entertained, get an automatic dog fetch machine. These devices are operated via battery and can shoot balls across the house up to distances of 30 feet. All you need to do is train your dog to return the balls to the machine, and your pup can enjoy playing fetch for as long as he likes.
About the author:
Jenny Perkins is an Animal Behavior Specialist and a passionate writer. She loves to write about the nutrition, health, and care of dogs. She aims at providing tips to dog owners that can help them become better pet parents. She writes for the blog Here Pup.
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