This chapter delves into the expanding pet tech industry, highlighting innovations designed to meet the needs of pets and their owners amidst changing work dynamics. It emphasizes the balance between using technology for convenience and ensuring that pets continue to receive the vital companionship they require.
With animal adoptions skyrocketing during the pandemic, pet care has evolved dramatically.
From self-cleaning cat litter trays to smart feeding bowls, interactive toys, and pet cameras, we'll hear from some of the brands reshaping the way we care for our furry friends.
But are we missing out on the meaningful connections our pets need as automation becomes more prevalent?
(Picture: Rupert the British Shorthair cat, inside his litter robot. Credit: Deborah Weitzmann/BBC)
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