IoT products can help puppies and their owners live a happier and easier life. Keeping a dog comes with a lot of responsibilities that are usually time-consuming. More and more pet owners are focusing on going beyond basic necessities to ensure their dogs live full, happy and fulfilling lives. Like any task or process in the era of automation, we now have a vast pet product market that can help pet owners capture more data and use technology to help automate or supplement some pets’ daily activities. Here are some divided by category:
One important thing to understand when evaluating a smart collar for your dog is the location source the collar uses. Collars without GPS have a major flaw, and I discuss this in more depth in this article, but I list a specific exception below.
Fi has created one of the strongest and most versatile smart dog collars on the market. The collar mainly uses GPS to determine the location of your dog, but it can also save the address of a designated WiFi network so that it can recognize when your dog is home. In addition to location tracking, the Fi mobile app also allows owners to view real-time and historical data on pet activities and sleep patterns, which may be key indicators of pet health. You can also compare your dog's activity level with the activity levels of other dogs based on breed or geographic area, and set daily activity goals to ensure that your puppies get the exercise they need. Other interesting features include a waterproof housing, remote-controllable LEDs that you can use to find your dog in the dark, and an online marketplace for manufacturers to sell unique band accessories.
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Although I generally dislike pet trackers without GPS and cellular or satellite connections, I discuss this in more depth in this article, but there are two main reasons why I think Apple AirTags may still be a reliable choice for you and yours dog. First, although Apple AirTags are distance-based, they only need to be close to the iPhone. This is especially useful if you live in a city where the density of iPhone users is naturally higher. The second reason is that they are much cheaper and widely available than specialized dog collars. AirTag is currently priced at about $30 and can be purchased in major stores. There are a large number of dog collar adapters on websites such as Amazon and Etsy.
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The Furbo camera itself has a wide-angle view and high-definition video with infrared night vision, two-way audio and a snack dispenser. With the Dog Nanny add-on, dog owners can also receive smart alerts about interesting and serious events on their mobile phones, and view daily dog diaries to record all the highlights of your dog's day. This camera is great for people who are worried that their dog is at home alone or who want to give their dog a little more freedom when they leave while still being able to catch them before they eat the hole in the mattress. choose.
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With a smart feeder that supports WOpet WiFi, you can choose to automatically feed your dog at a specific time, or release the food manually through their app. The manual assignment option can be used as a training aid to reward your dog when it performs the specific behavior or technique you are dealing with. If your dog eats too fast, you can also configure this feeder to divide your dog's meal into up to 39 servings to control their intake. Similar to Furbo, this smart feeder has a camera and two-way audio, allowing you to interact with your pet remotely. However, this camera does not provide alert/event notifications that you can find in Furbo.
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Wayzn smart pet door can turn any sliding door into an intelligent automatic door for your pet dog. The door can be opened in several different ways-using a motion sensor to detect the movement of your dog near the door, manually through the Wayzn app, or through voice/video control integrated with Alexa or a compatible camera. One of the most attractive features of this puppy door is that, unlike traditional puppy doors, it is very easy to install and does not require permanent changes or damage to the door. It is also very easy to flip the device up and move it away for quick manual access to the door.
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The PupPod feeder has some similar remote monitoring and treatment distribution functions for the Furbo and WOPet products mentioned above, but the main difference lies in the accompanying joystick. The rocker requires your dog to perform certain actions, such as touching the rocker when making a sound, to get entertaining. As your dog learns, they will level up and need to use impulse control and discrimination skills to get rewards. This kind of mental concentration and stimulation is great because it can help them take time out of their minds and distract them from unwanted behaviors such as chewing.
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For any jigsaw puzzle, it is important to keep your dog guessing and learning while playing, so placing multiple rotatable jigsaw puzzles around the house is a good way to keep your dog excited and involved. For more timid dogs or new puppies to explore the world, CleverPet Hub only allows dogs to eat normal meals from the dispenser at the beginning to build the dog's confidence and ensure that they have a positive connection with the device. After that, your dog can participate in many different games, including touch, sound, light, color, and sequence, allowing them to participate throughout the day.
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For high-drive working dogs, having a combination of physical and mental stimulation may be a godsend when managing your dog's energy level. Wikedbone lets your dog run around chasing moving toys in random, unexpected directions. You can use it in person or remotely to play with your dog or lure them into specific areas (perhaps away from your new leather shoes) throughout the day. If you have a chew, the edge of the toy or tire can also be replaced.
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