As seasoned pet enthusiasts and smart home experts, we've curated a selection of cutting-edge gadgets that make pet ownership smarter and more rewarding. These devices monitor health, combat boredom, and enhance security—all from your smartphone. Here are standout options available now.
The FishBit Smart Aquarium System lets you monitor and control your home fish tank via sensors, a controller, and a smartphone app. Launched on Kickstarter in February 2016, it's available later this summer.
The FishBit Monitor tracks essential water parameters like pH, temperature, and level to keep fish thriving. The FishBit driver optimizes equipment such as heaters, pumps, and dimmable LEDs.
The iOS and Android app provides real-time insights, alerts, on/off controls, and more.
Freshwater version: $500. Saltwater (with salinity monitoring): $700. Pre-order discounts apply.
Daily work leaves dogs prone to boredom and loneliness. CleverPet, launching later this year, uses puzzles with lights, sounds, and touch panels to keep them engaged.
Resembling an inverted food bowl, it adapts to your dog's skills and routine. Wi-Fi hub enables new games like Chase-the-Squirrel (chasing lights) or Word Learn (voice commands). Solving puzzles dispenses kibble rewards.
The app downloads games, tracks progress, schedules sessions, and limits food to daily allotments.
A Kickstarter success like FishBit, it's priced at $299.
Beyond these stars, explore smart doors, feeders, and toys for comprehensive care.
Smart Pet Doors
PetSafe and similar brands offer secure access. The premium Passport Smart Pet Access System uses RFID collar keys for selective entry/exit, with scheduling via LCD or USB.
Affordable option: PetSafe Electronic SmartDoor with RFID collars for 24/7 access.
CatFi Pro smart cat feeder uses facial recognition to track weight, food, and water via app, with alerts. (In development; formerly Bistro.)
Companion Box enables remote chats using two smartphones (DIY or beta freebie).
Pros: Innovative monitoring. Cons: Not yet available; price TBD.
Smart Pet Toys
iFetch Interactive Dog Toy auto-launches balls (battery or plug-in; includes minis). Bigger version available.
Smart tech transforms pet care—from trackers to Arduino projects. What smart gadgets do your pets love?
