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Learning how to read your dog’s stress signals can help prevent dog bites during the busy holiday season. We illustrate some signals and what to do.
- November 29, 2018
Learning how to read your dog’s stress signals can help prevent dog bites during the busy holiday season. We illustrate some signals and what to do.
Stumped on pet tech products? We break down the latest in pet technology — and take a look at what’s next.
- March 7, 2018
Stumped on pet tech products? We break down the latest in pet technology — and take a look at what’s next.
From a pet door scanner to cameras that let you chat with your pup, here are some dog tech products we’re l loving right now!
- January 15, 2018
From a pet door scanner to cameras that let you chat with your pup, here are some dog tech products we’re l loving right now!
The private social network for neighborhoods has introduced pet profiles, with the goal of getting lost dog info to neighbors as quickly as possible.
- April 11, 2017
The private social network for neighborhoods has introduced pet profiles, with the goal of getting lost dog info to neighbors as quickly as possible.
This is wrong on so many levels, but most concerning are the potential for malfunction and how it would weaken the bond between people and their pets.
- March 30, 2017
This is wrong on so many levels, but most concerning are the potential for malfunction and how it would weaken the bond between people and their pets.
We researched the top dog activity monitors on the market, noting everything from cost and monthly fees to GPS and wireless specs.
- January 5, 2017
We researched the top dog activity monitors on the market, noting everything from cost and monthly fees to GPS and wireless specs.
Proceeds from the emojis, created by teen Mercer Henderson, benefit the San Francisco SPCA.
- October 17, 2016
Proceeds from the emojis, created by teen Mercer Henderson, benefit the San Francisco SPCA.
It’s easy to connect with fellow dog lovers online. Here’s how!
- October 12, 2016
It’s easy to connect with fellow dog lovers online. Here’s how!
Automatic feeders, puzzle toys, and pet cams all can help you help your dog, from puppyhood through senior years.
- October 5, 2016
Automatic feeders, puzzle toys, and pet cams all can help you help your dog, from puppyhood through senior years.
Pedigree created this kid-friendly app to help reduce the number of dog bites, 70 percent of which happen to children.
- September 30, 2016
Pedigree created this kid-friendly app to help reduce the number of dog bites, 70 percent of which happen to children.
The DNA test kit from Embark claims to tell you how big a mixed-breed puppy may get and his risk for various genetic diseases.
- September 27, 2016
The DNA test kit from Embark claims to tell you how big a mixed-breed puppy may get and his risk for various genetic diseases.
Shock collars already can cause physical and psychological harm to dogs, and now Garmin has added control via smartphone. We list the many ways this can go horribly wrong.
- September 16, 2016
Shock collars already can cause physical and psychological harm to dogs, and now Garmin has added control via smartphone. We list the many ways this can go horribly wrong.
Celebrate Independence Day with your pup, in style.
- June 27, 2016
Celebrate Independence Day with your pup, in style.
The movie opens July 8, but you can have fun ahead of time by creating a downloadable petmoji in the image of your own dog!
- June 21, 2016
The movie opens July 8, but you can have fun ahead of time by creating a downloadable petmoji in the image of your own dog!
An interactive dog bone that “plays” with your dog is currently raising money on Kickstarter. It got us thinking about what other cool automated gear we want people to make.
- June 9, 2016
An interactive dog bone that “plays” with your dog is currently raising money on Kickstarter. It got us thinking about what other cool automated gear we want people to make.
The service allows you to ask real-time questions and get real answers from real veterinarians.
- May 4, 2016
The service allows you to ask real-time questions and get real answers from real veterinarians.
This activity and location tracker gives a pet parent peace of mind.
- April 27, 2016
This activity and location tracker gives a pet parent peace of mind.
The EZVIZ camera is tiny, so you can place one — or several — discreetly around your home to watch your dog when you’re away.
- March 21, 2016
The EZVIZ camera is tiny, so you can place one — or several — discreetly around your home to watch your dog when you’re away.
Barking mad, the new Fetch! app from Microsoft can barely tell me from a Mastiff, but its dog identification deficiencies make it all the more fun.
- February 12, 2016
Barking mad, the new Fetch! app from Microsoft can barely tell me from a Mastiff, but its dog identification deficiencies make it all the more fun.
Armed with an ancient computer, Frank gives life advice to other dogs — and it often involves farting.
- January 29, 2016
Armed with an ancient computer, Frank gives life advice to other dogs — and it often involves farting.
Carla Conward was in the process of moving when her dog escaped; neighbors on Nextdoor helped bring him home.
- January 25, 2016
Carla Conward was in the process of moving when her dog escaped; neighbors on Nextdoor helped bring him home.
The new website connects dog owners with the services they need, from dog walking and pet sitting to training, daycare, and even vet visits.
- December 16, 2015
The new website connects dog owners with the services they need, from dog walking and pet sitting to training, daycare, and even vet visits.
Simply upload a pic of a pup, and a Minted designer will create a custom work of art in no time — and the prices are surprisingly reasonable!
- December 11, 2015
Simply upload a pic of a pup, and a Minted designer will create a custom work of art in no time — and the prices are surprisingly reasonable!
We find the best tech gifts for dog lovers, from an automatic ball thrower to a GPS dog tracker to a smart training device.
- December 3, 2015
We find the best tech gifts for dog lovers, from an automatic ball thrower to a GPS dog tracker to a smart training device.
This high-tech collar monitors your dog’s calories burned, distance traveled, resting heart and respiratory rates, and time spent resting.
- December 2, 2015
This high-tech collar monitors your dog’s calories burned, distance traveled, resting heart and respiratory rates, and time spent resting.
Does your house smell like dog? Do you have issues with pet dander? To see if the AirMaster can help, our farm dogs put the air purifier to work.
- November 25, 2015
Does your house smell like dog? Do you have issues with pet dander? To see if the AirMaster can help, our farm dogs put the air purifier to work.
If you’re away from home and a detector goes off, this device sends an alert and allows you to take quick action to protect your pets.
- November 11, 2015
If you’re away from home and a detector goes off, this device sends an alert and allows you to take quick action to protect your pets.
An adorable pup’s pics makes checking the weather enjoyable — no matter the outlook. Here are eight dog-weather apps we love.
- October 15, 2015
An adorable pup’s pics makes checking the weather enjoyable — no matter the outlook. Here are eight dog-weather apps we love.
Potential adopters and animal lovers alike can use the app to interact with with shelter pets, playing catch the laser or just saying hello.
- October 14, 2015
Potential adopters and animal lovers alike can use the app to interact with with shelter pets, playing catch the laser or just saying hello.
For dogs who dream of chasing critters, this interactive electronic toy that responds to movement is next best thing.
- September 23, 2015
For dogs who dream of chasing critters, this interactive electronic toy that responds to movement is next best thing.
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