Latest Pet Tech of 2023
As we head towards the holiday season, many people are starting to think about getting gifts for that someone special in their life, such as their dog or cat. However, yet another rawhide bone or a catnip toy seems so tedious. Why not surprise your pet or a pet-lover in your life with the latest and greatest pet-related tech?
Best pet camera
Admit it-you have at least 20 photos of your pet for everyone photo you have of your spouse. However, it can be hard to get good pictures of pets, especially candid action shots. In addition, many pet owners suffer a great deal of angst about leaving their pets home alone and wonder what they do all day and if they are ok. Well, and some pet owners wonder if their pet is sneaking onto the couch or eating their shoes while they are gone.
Enter the best pet camera, the PetChatz Treat Camera. This unit takes candid videos and photos of your pet that are sent to your smartphone. It also allows you to send videos, photos, and audio to your pet, who can observe/hear you over the unit. In addition, you can trigger the camera to toss a treat to your pet. Also we really like the Furbo.
Automatic feeder
Many pets, especially cats, need to be fed several times a day and they can get a bit testy if their meals aren't delivered precisely on time. A busy pet-owner can appreciate the convenience of an automatic pet feeder that takes over this chore, providing the perfect portion size precisely when needed. The best automatic feeder is the PetSafe Simply Feed. This easy to use sturdy unit is made of stainless steel and BPA-free plastic. The feeder can dispense food at up to 12 different times per day. The food is dispensed into a separate stainless steel bowl, which makes cleanup easy. The only cons of this unit are it can't dispense canned food and it doesn't work well in multi-pet households.
Dog toys
There are many dog toys on the market, but the hands-down best dog toy for 2019 is the VARRAM Pet Fitness Robot. This super-sturdy robot can be programmed to zoom around the house at various times throughout the day, stimulating your pet into playing with it in response to its motion and the treats it tosses. Pros of this water- and chew- resistant toy are it encourages your pet to exercise and it can negotiate many different types of flooring. Cons are it can't be used outside and need to be recharged after four hours of use.
Smart collar
The best smart collar on the market in 2019 is the LINK AKC Smart Collar. It comes in a handsome brown leather or a black reflective fabric design. This collar automatically tracks your dog's location at all times, and if your dog leaves the designated "safe area" it sends an alert to your smartphone and keeps tracking your dog's location so you can easily find the errant pet. Pros are the collar is waterproof and quite handsome, while cons are it requires a monthly fee to use and the battery has to be recharged every three days.
Invisible fence for cats
Many cat owners would love to let their cat roam in their yard, but unlike dogs, cats can readily escape from normal fencing, which puts them at risk of being hit by a car. The best invisible fence system for cats available in 2019 is the PetSafe Premium In-Ground Cat Fence. This system works best in conjunction with an existing fence-you run the boundary wire along the base of the fence, attaching it to the fence with cable ties, and then the cat wears a lightweight, comfortable collar. If the cat approaches the barrier, the collar makes loud beeping noises followed by harmless static shocks to keep the cat in the yard.
Dog door
The Petsafe Electronic Smart door is the top-rated dog door on the market. It can also be used with cats. It is very sturdy and safe. It only opens when a pet wearing a special collar approaches, preventing skunks and raccoons from wandering into your house. It comes in several sizes, is insulated against the weather, and is easy to install.
As you can see, there are many fun, innovative, and useful pet tech products on the market today. Happy shopping!