We love our pets dearly, and although we’d love to have them tag along everywhere we go, there are times when they just have to stay at home. For most of us, leaving our pets alone for long stretches is a daily reality. But thanks to smart pet devices, we can keep tabs on them, even though we can’t be with them!
From home cameras to GPS gadgets, the team at Petz took a look at what smart pet devices are available in South Africa, and what we found will calm the nerves of even the most anxious pet parent. Here’s our list of the top smart thingamajigs you can invest in!
Smart pet devices we’d all love to get our hands-on
Waggs GPS Tracker
The Waggs GPS Tracker will keep you in the know about where exactly your pets go. Dogs that stay in the yard all day might not need it as much, but it’s ideal for cats that hit the streets in the morning and only head home come dinner time. Since the device is a little heavier than a standard collar, your pet might need a day or two to get used to it. It pairs with an app on your phone to ensure you’re able to track them if they’re lost.
Automatic Pet Feeder
Planning on going out to dinner after work and worried over your dog’s next meal? Automatic pet feeders, like this one from PetSafe, are probably some of the coolest smart pet devices out there. Although it’s not cheap, it does have an abundance of great features and will ensure that your pet doesn’t miss a meal just because you’re running a little late. This unit is programmable and allows you to schedule up to 12 meals a day. You have full control over how much food is dispensed at each time slot and the locking lid covers the food storage compartment to keep your pup’s food fresh and secure.
Pet Camera
Most of us use baby monitors to keep an eye on the youngest members of our families, and just like you need to watch the little ones, pets also need to be checked up on from time to time. Thanks to advances in smart home tech, we now have more remote control via phones and tablets than ever before. We’re obsessed with the Petcam that allows you to interact with your dog even if you’re not physically there.
Microchip Pet Door
Home security is a massive concern in South Africa, but that doesn’t mean it has to have an impact on the quality of your pet’s life. Smart pet doors keep unwanted guests (and intruders) out while giving your pet the freedom of movement between their indoor and outdoor spaces. These are some of the best smart pet devices out there since they liberate pet owners from those 2 am wakeup calls from pets that need to head outside.
