Here Are The 10 Best Pet Tech For Your Best Friend

By Katie McEntire

Pet owners want the best for their furry friends, but that old-fashioned chew toy or ball of yarn won’t cut it anymore. From automatic self-cleaning litter boxes to collars with GPS trackers, smart pet technology gets better every year. Whether you have a cat, dog, or other pet, you can find tech for keeping them healthy, entertained, and safe.

1. Findster Duo + Pet Tracker

Ranked as one of the best GPS trackers and collars, the Findster Duo is a subscription-free service that keeps an eye on your pet from anywhere. This smart tracker clips directly to your best friend’s collar and sends data to your phone through the Findster app. From the app, you can watch your pet in real-time even when you’re off the grid.

2. Clever Pet Bowl

Your dog doesn’t need thumbs to play video games. Clever Pet is a gaming console for pets that keeps your best friend busy while you’re gone. It trains your pooch with games that improve their memory, attention span, and cognitive skills in exchange for treats.

3. Sure Automatic Microchip Cat Door

The SureFlap microchip cat door can keep tabs on your tabby whether you’re home or not. From your smartphone, you can control the pet door’s locks and see when your cat comes in and out. The door reads kitty’s microchip, so you know when they’ve safely returned from their adventures. This makes roll call much easier in multi-pet households when it’s time for everyone to come inside.

4. Litter Robot

Cleaning your cat’s litter no longer has to be your #1 (or #2) priority. The Litter Robot rotates to sift out waste into a hidden container. After your cat uses the litterbox, it automatically clears out waste into a collection drawer below. You’ll get a notification once this drawer is full to help you control odor in your home. It’s an expensive gadget, but it takes care of all the things that stink about being a cat owner.

5. Petzi Treat Cam

Part camera, part pet feeder, the Petzi Treat Cam keeps your furry friend occupied and within sight. You can watch and talk to them directly through the Petzi app on your phone or tablet. The night vision on this pet camera also lets you check on your pet in low lighting.

6. Fitbark 2 Activity Tracker

Fitness trackers aren’t just for humans anymore. The Fitbark activity tracker fits on your dog’s collar and tracks their activity levels 24/7. Whether they’re on a walk with you or laying around the house, you’ll get a score based on their activity level so you know when it’s time to get up and when it’s couch time.

7. DogTV

DOGTV is a new breed of television designed for our four-legged friends. With adjusted color settings, soothing sounds, and hours of stimulating footage, your pooch will stay put while you’re home without getting bored or anxious.

8. iFetch Interactive Ball Launcher

Never get your hands slobbery again with an automatic ball launcher like the iFetch. Your pooch can drop the iFetch ball into the funnel and it launches them to chase. This is a great device for training puppies or teaching old dogs new tricks.

9. Wicked Bone Interactive Smart Bone

The Wicked Bone interactive dog toy is basically a remote-controlled car you and your dog can play with. This bone-shaped device rolls, twists, and spins to get your dog’s attention. You can control it from your phone or put it on autopilot while you’re busy.

10. GoPro Fetch

Have you ever wanted to see things from your dog’s level? The GoPro Fetch is a wearable camera stand for your pooch. See life from their eyes with the Fetch by taking it on all your outdoor adventures together. All you need to do is get a GoPro camera to pair with the Fetch and you’re all set.

Whether you and your furry friend have been together for years or you’re looking for exciting new ways to puppy proof your home, pet gadgets are fun for members of all species. Smart home devices like these can make your home feel more welcoming and warm for your pet while you’re gone too.