Many of us have pets, and we all feel guilty when we leave them behind when it’s time to go to work or school. We even feel guilty when we can’t take them on errands! Your pet has to stay alone at home for extended periods of time. All the while, they’re yearning for you to get back. Until recently, you had no way of checking in on him/her, just to make sure he/she was safe. So, we pet parents had no choice but to wait and worry.

Smart devices for the home have changed all of this for pet lovers. We now can use a variety of tools that give us clever ways to keep an eye on our furry family members from wherever we are. Here are the latest Smart Devices to give you peace of mind regarding your pet:

Pet-Specific Camera Surveillance

Many homes have security systems with video surveillance cameras inside and outdoors. However, these cameras do general surveillance, and are not designed to monitor pets. But camera technology has evolved and there is now a way to conduct pet-specific surveillance. These devices are designed to watch your pets, and they can even interact with them so they’re not so bored when you’re gone. This gives you the peace-of-mind you need while giving your pet the stimulation he/she needs.

Automatic Food Dispensers to Feed Your Pet

There are now automated pet feeders that will dispense dry food on a set schedule that you can manage with your smartphone as long as it can pair up with a smart home device. This feeder will also give you a nutritional score after evaluating your pet’s diet. It relies on advanced pet-specific metrics to figure out the perfect frequency for feeding as well as serving sizes.

Smart Pet Exerciser Equipment for a Pet Healthy Heart

You don’t want your pet laying around all day or tearing up the house either. So why not help him/her get a little exercise when you’re away? Smart technology that promotes physical activity is great for pets. The Little Cat does just that!

The Little Cat is a kitty treadmill with a LED light that follows the wheel as it moves, so your cat will keep moving to chase after the light. This remarkable device keeps domestic cats from getting too bored and becoming obese. The owner controls how fast the treadmill goes from their smartphone or they can just keep it on manual mode. When you get home from work you can take a look at the exercise information to find out how much time your kitty spent exercising.

Your Dog Can Go Out Through an Automatic Doggie Door

For homes with a completely enclosed yard, a doggie door allows your dog to go outdoors when they need to “do their business” or for fresh air during the day when you’re not home. The problem is that they pose a security risk. A Smart doggie door would solve this problem, allowing your dog to safely go outdoors without risking security. It also mitigates the risk of your indoor cat escaping.

Entertain Your Pet with a Remote Smart Toy

Pets do not like staying home alone for long stretches of time. Even kitties, who tend to sleep a lot, need regular entertainment and stimulation. This can be difficult if you travel for work or regularly work long hours. Fortunately, there are Smart toys to entertain your pets, even when you’re not around to join the fun.