Non European homes today there are more pets than children. And for many families dogs and cats (above all) do not occupy a position that is too inferior to that which belongs or should be due to their children. It goes without saying that the houses themselves are also tailor-made for their needs, to simplify the life of the owners and make it healthier and more serene for both.
Based on one conducted by Samsung on 6,500 pet owners in EuropeDespite the high cost of living, as many as 59% of those interviewed have no intention of cutting back on spending on their pets. The owners involved in the survey would therefore be willing to cut utilities (27%) and outings with friends (40%) before skimping on those for their companions in the animal kingdom.
More than hunger, loneliness: what dog and cat owners fear
With the return to face-to-face work after the pandemic, it has become a worry for many to leave pets at home alone for a long time. Almost half (46%) of those interviewed said they fear their pets will feel lonely, a percentage that increases among young people: half (50%) of owners aged between 18 and 34 admitted to having this fear.
The fear that dogs and cats will get bored is greater than the fear, for example, that these animals will damage the home, furniture or garden. Many owners therefore seek help from technology: about half (48%) of the interviewees use it in fact to ensure that the furry friends do not suffer from loneliness.
Pet-friendly internet of things
Technology companies have had the situation under control for some time. From this point of view, homes will soon be «ecosystems aimed at all members of the family, including our four-legged friends», to use the words Benjamin Braun, VP of Samsung Europe. In fact, I already am.
The new frontiers are definitely crossed by Samsung’s proposals, such as Smart Things Pet Care, which allows you to turn on the lights, the TV or the vacuum cleaner while you are away from home. But there is also JetBot AI+the latest generation robot vacuum cleaner, with which the user can monitor the day of the animal, thus limiting any worries.
Robots for amusement and vending machines, pet-friendly technology
Between vending machines for dog and cat food there is, for example Puppy Kitty, also controllable remotely via app. Who can invite the animals to lunch through a personalized message to be recorded by voice. Or Smart Feeds with integrated Wi-Fi, which connects to the home router and is compatible with iPhone or Android smartphone. Allows you to choose to distribute meals at low speed, over a period of 15 minutes, to prevent the animal from eating too quickly.
Then there is the intelligent robot Varram equipped with laser sensors to detect the presence of the animal, dog or cat, is nearby. And at that point the device starts moving around the house in different ways to invite him to play. Sti can schedule it to periodically release reward snacks.
Fitness trackers and GPS collars for dogs and cats
The GPS collar it is also one of the most useful accessories for controlling the animal at all times, and not just when it gets lost. For example, Kippywhich communicates the position of the dog or the dog to the smartphone via app cat and how to achieve it. And it also allows you to measure your pet’s steps, minutes of walking, running, playing, sleeping and calories consumed. OR Tractive which allows you to share your device and the position of the animal with other people.
Between fitness trackers specific for animals record its activities even when the owner is away from home, it can also be cited Pitpat. Sti attaches to the collar and, via sensors and connection to the smartphone app, detects steps, rest, calories burned.
Cameras with microphones, to make them feel our presence
Is monitoring little if you can’t intervene? Exist cameras equipped with microphone and speakers to communicate with the dog or cat even from the office.
For example Cunning which rotates 360°, sees even in the dark and can also throw kibbles. OR Wopet Smart Pet Camera which also allows you to take photos or record videos.
Upon returning home, is the evening walk (additional) a source of anxiety? There is the leash with LED lights fixed and flashing at the front and rear, it allows you to light the way and signal to the cars that there is a dog, with its owner, out for a walk.
Hi-tech cleanliness and comfort
But technology is also the one that allows you to face the nightmare of hair, from anti-tangle vacuum cleaners that also capture allergens to grooming brushes (such as Dyson’s).
Even on the kennel front, technology has made great strides forward. They exist equipped with adjustable temperaturewith lots of soothing sounds like the Cuccia House of Crosses. Or the Xiaomi Moestar Spaceship which also has sensors to record the animal’s sleep and activity.
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