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Smart Gadgets for Happy Pets: A Fresh Look at Pet Tech
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
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Pets and technology might seem like an odd mix, but there are plenty of gadgets designed to make their lives—and yours—easier. From smart collars to automatic feeders, these tools can help keep your furry friends healthy, happy, and well-monitored. But do they really work?
Pet Cameras
- Petcube 360-degree camera
- Compact and has night vision
- Lets you talk to your pet
Requires a subscription for full features
- Google Nest camera
- No monthly fees
Reliable and easy to use
- Furbo 360-degree camera
- Includes treat-tossing and smart alerts
- Requires a subscription
- AI can sometimes misidentify pets
Smart Collars
- Petcube collar
- LED lights for night tracking
- Long battery life
GPS features come with a monthly fee
- Tractive GPS collar
- Tracks location and monitors health
- Suggests local walks
- Battery lasts about two weeks
Water Solutions
- Petcube wireless fountain
- Quiet and easy to clean
- Motion-sensing features
- Motion sensor can be inconsistent
Automatic Feeders
- PawSync feeder
- Portion control and eating habit tracking
Pricey but effective
- Polar Wet Food Feeder
- Keeps food fresh and cold for up to three days
- Quiet and easy to use
- Not ideal for large pets or multi-cat households
Cleaning Gadgets
- Shark Matrix robot vacuum
- Self-emptying
- Works well on hardwood and carpet
Not great for multi-level homes
- Bissell Revolution HydroSteam carpet cleaner
- Eliminates tough smells and stains
- Heavy and loud
Litter Boxes
- PetSafe litter box
- Simple to use and keeps the box clean
- Not suitable for kittens
- Requires specific type of litter
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