Looking for original ideas to spoil a loved one? If the person in question loves animals and has at least one at home, these few ideas will certainly give you inspiration! When it comes to high-tech and pet supplies, manufacturers seem to have limitless imagination.
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Whether it's having fun with your dog, feeding your cat more easily in your absence or keeping in touch with the animal even when you're far away, nothing is impossible as long as you're well equipped. . Find a selection of gifts that are all perfect for making animals (and their owners) happy!
The GPS collar: we track animals
Many people wonder what their cats do when they leave the house for days on end. To satisfy the hunger of the most curious owners, this GPS collar gives the animal's position live, via the compatible mobile application.
These activity trackers exist for both cats and dogs, and for some they offer original additional options. For example, the training features allow you to press a button to make the collar ring, and encourage the animal to react when it hears the sound (to come in and eat, in particular).
Please note, whether you choose the Weenect or the Tractive tracker, you must take out a subscription (from €3.75 per month for Tractive and €3.50 per month for Weenect) in order to operate the SIM card delivered with it. necklace.
GPS tracker with subscription included
This model works differently from its competitors by using low-consumption networks. This allows it to offer a solution with a subscription included for the first three years and with a very low cost for the following years, only 9.99 euros per year.
Its other advantage lies in the autonomy of the solution, several months without having to recharge the battery. When this is low, the master is notified. A check of the coverage on the manufacturer's website is recommended to ensure that the animal's living area is covered.
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Attach the Pet Tracker to your pet's collar and rest assured: if your pet gets lost or runs away, you will be able to follow its movements and find it, with no distance limit.
Furbo: a candy launcher for remote play
Because it is not always easy to leave your pet alone at home, the Furbo brand has developed a high-tech accessory that will relieve owners' guilt! While there is obviously no question of leaving your dog or cat for too long, the device allows the owner to be away more peacefully.
With its Furbo app on mobile, the user can see their animal live and, above all, throw treats at a distance. In addition, the camera includes a powerful sound detector, which identifies the background noise of barking. If the dog starts to make itself heard, its owner receives a notification. He can watch what's going on, and decide to send some treats to maintain contact.
The heating pad: a well-being accessory for animals
Why should humans be the only ones who can use heating pads? Now we also find them for animals. They are not connected to the smartphone, but they quickly become a cozy nest that dogs and cats no longer do without.
Specially designed for our animal friends, these cushions are completely secure (no risk of electrical wires being chewed, for example). They bring soft comforting warmth to any room in the house, outside (compatible with negative temperatures) and even in the car. A truly cuddly “cocooning” gift!
The innovative PiuPet thermal blanket stores your cat or dog's body heat and returns it efficiently to your pet.
The kibble dispenser: we monitor food intake
Because animals must also have balanced food intake, this accessory will appeal to all those who have difficulty measuring portions. Ideal for cats or dogs, it allows you to automatically distribute kibble, for one to several meals per day, and to control their frequency of passage thanks to the integrated camera.
Compatible with a dedicated mobile application, the dispenser can be controlled very easily remotely, to control the quantities of kibble delivered even during a working day. Obviously, you will have to make do with dry food when using this device, particularly for conservation reasons. The pâtés and other treats will be reserved for very special times, in the presence of the owner.
Naturally, all these accessories will never replace the presence of humans, essential for the development of all domestic animals! But since they can really make life easier, it would be a shame to deprive yourself of them!
