Humans aren’t the only ones who can enjoy the latest in technology. Check out these gadgets designed to make your pet cuter, your house cleaner and your life easier.
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New call from...your pet?
And you thought you’d seen it all. With PetChatz HD treat dispenser and videophone, the touch of your pet’s paw can trigger a treat and a phone call to you, so you can have some face time and a chat! $380. (855) 444-6544; petchatz.com.
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Primo pawdicure
Nail care helps prevent dogs from scratching furniture, doors and the occasional face when the frolicking accidentally gets real. The lightweight Wahl Professional Animal Ultimate Nail Grinder Kit lets you give your pet a professional-grade trim at a not-so-professional price. The 11-piece kit includes sanding bands of varied sizes and coarseness. $57. (888) 280-4331; amazon.com.
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Superstar styling
Ever wanted to be like those people on TV who sculpt their dog’s hair into crazy themes for a contest? You could give it a try with the Andis AGC Super 2-Speed Professional Animal Clipper with blade. This tool runs cool and quiet and works with all coats and breeds. $165. (888) 280-4331; amazon.com.
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Heavy-duty cleanup
If you’re grooming your dog, you’re probably making a mess while getting the pooch perfect. Small, light and touchless, the EyeVac Professional is an electric dustpan with infrared sensors to help detect and clean up that pet hair, dirt and debris. $129. (800) 313-5470; eyevac.com.
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Fence them in
We love our animals, but sometimes they go where we don’t want them to. For the wandering souls in your home kennel, PetSafe’s Stay+Play Wireless Fence and Receiver Collar offer a portable containment system with a large radius and a tone-only correction option. $300. (888) 280-4331; amazon.com.
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Ready refreshment
Dogs and cats need plenty of water, especially during a hot South Carolina summer. The PetSafe Drinkwell Platinum Pet Fountain keeps water in constant supply, with a free-falling waterfall to entice pets to drink more. $60. (888) 839-9638; petsmart.com.
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Fit pet
Just like their people, dogs live better with healthy habits. You can monitor and promote your dog’s fitness with the Whistle Activity Monitor. The Whistle app helps track food intake, sleep, medications and activity patterns, so you’ll always know the state of your pup’s health. $80; (844) 594-4785; whistle.com.
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Workout buddies
While you’re logging steps on your FitBit, the FitBark is helping your dog earn BarkPoints, so you can meet daily exercise goals together. Set it with customizable options to suit your dog’s activity level. $70. (617) 755-6471; fitbark.com.
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See spot run
Want to know when your pets are getting into the garbage or chewing your shoes? Keep a virtual eye on them with the Petcube interactive Wi-Fi pet monitor. A wide-angle camera keeps watch and sends images to your smartphone. The two-way audio lets you talk to them, and you can even play a remote game of laser tag. $199. (844) 747-2823; petcube.com/store.
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No squawking
So, for some reason you have a bird. We don’t judge here. But we do know there may be times you wish you could block out the racket you have no control over. For those times, try the Bose QuietComfort 25 Acoustic Noise-Cancelling Headphones. $300. (800) 379-2073; bose.com.