5 Smart Gadgets Your Dog is Begging You to Get

Dogs have been man’s best friend for thousands of years. They lived with us in caves and castles. They have guarded our homes, hunted with us, and shared warmth on cold nights. The world around us has evolved drastically, while the relationship between dogs and dog owners has changed only slightly. Perhaps humans and dogs don’t rely on each other for survival the way we did in the wilderness before, but at this point in history – dogs are more a part of our family than ever before. And as people have benefited from the tremendous advancements in smart technology, it only makes sense that our canine brothers do too. Here are some of the best smart tech for dogs and their humans.

Findster Duo+ – $104.99

Anyone who has ever had a dog growing up has a horror story to share about when their dog got out and ran off. Dogs catch the scent of a squirrel, and they take off without looking back. Findster Duo saves dog owners the anxiety of losing their dog with its GPS tracking technology.  The tiny module can be placed on your dog’s collar and can track its location in real-time. While other similar products require a monthly subscription, Findster Duo does not. You can set perimeters that trigger an alarm should your dog stray outside. You can track multiple dogs at once and monitor your dog’s daily activity.

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Furbo Full HD WIFI Dog Treat Dispenser and Camera – $169.99

Sure, it would be great to bring your dog with you everywhere you went. Unfortunately, being a pet owner means that sometimes you have to leave your dog at home. With Furbo, dog owners can stay in contact with their dogs and interact with them throughout the day. Furbo combines a 160˚ wide-angle HD camera with a treat dispenser. The camera has two-way audio so you can speak to your dog and hear when they bark or fuss. With the smartphone app, you can dispense treats to calm them down or just check-in. The camera has night vision too, so dog owners can look after their buddy at night.

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iFetch Mini Automatic Ball Launcher Dog Toy – $115

Dog owners might love playing with their dog, but the dog certainly loves it more. The iFetch Automatic Ball Launcher will keep a dog entertained long after their owner’ arm gets tired. It comes with three mini tennis balls that the dog will learn to feed into the launcher. With three different settings, owners can choose how far the ball will go. Dog owners rejoice!

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Petnet Smartfeeder – $130

Dogs can be fussy about their meals, and it can be difficult to stick to a healthy feeding regiment. Enter Petnet. This smart device can feed A dog automatically while its owner is on the go. They can schedule feedings, set reminders to feed and refill Petnet or set automated feeding times. The Petnet offers suggestions for portion size based on a dog’s size and age. You can link the device to your Amazon Alexa or Google Home device and feed your dog without even leaving the couch.

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BONUS – BARKBOX

Okay, okay it’s not exactly a gadget. But while a Barkbox subscription isn’t exactly smart technology, it is a brilliant service to have if you love your dog. Barkbox is one of those subscription gift services where you can schedule a monthly box to arrive at your door full of dog toys and treats. You can customize your Barkbox based on the number of dogs and their size. After a couple of months, the dogs will recognize the box when you bring it inside and be excited to open their mail with you. While some subscription boxes have an array of things that you may or may not use, everything in your Barkbox will be put to use.

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