Pet Gadgets

We humans like our gadgets but we shouldn’t let are 4 legged (or finned) friends miss out. This section of coolest gadgets is designated for gadgets specially for pets.

Pet Gadgets, Solar Powered Gear

Solar Powered Cat Tantalizer

by Edwin - on May 15th, 2013

You cannot just leave a cat cooped up at home all day long, as it too, has the need to hunt – being part of its built-in nature, that is. Since you are out at work from morning till dusk, and letting loose a couple of rats before you leave for the office would most probably result in you greeting a disgusting sight by the time you return home (not to mention that awful, rotting smell of a carcass), how about getting a toy to keep your feline friend amused and occupied while you are gone? The $39.95 Solar Powered Cat Tantalizer lives up to its name by never requiring to fall back on batteries, but will move whenever it is struck by sunlight to simulate the behavior of prey.

The Solar Powered Cat Tantalizer did pick up the gong for being the Best Cat Product of the Year by Cat Fancy magazine, and it is affixed to a window or glass door using industrial-grade suction cups which are capable of resisting even the strongest tug by a leaping pet. Whenever it’s solar cell is in the path of direct sunlight, the built-in motor will activate, moving the rod back and forth in order to cause the dangling plastic ball and colorful feathers to sway and bounce, mesmerizing your pet cat and prompting them to exercise and practice their hunting skills. You can also detach it for manual operation whenever you are home.

Dog Activated Outdoor Fountain

by Edwin - on May 14th, 2013

Dogs need an adequate amount of fresh water at their disposal at all times, and the thicker its coat, the more water it needs to drink to rehydrate itself. Of course, some of us do not mind letting Lassie lap up water straight from the tap without any boiling or filtering done, but for other folks who intend to go the extra mile for their four legged friends, perhaps the $69.95 Dog Activated Outdoor Fountain is a good idea to invest in for your home.

The Dog Activated Outdoor Fountain is pretty much self-explanatory, where it will dispense water whenever it detects that there is a dog nearby. Just how does it do so? No, there are no invisible leprechauns hanging around in your garden, ready to press a button each time a pooch ambles along, but instead, it relies on a built-in sonar proximity sensor which is capable of detecting a dog’s presence within 3′ and across a 40° angle, where it will then automatically turn on the water, and is smart enough to turn it off when the pet leaves. Thing is, your dog might be a labrador, and we all know how much labradors love water – so they might just hang around the Dog Activated Outdoor Fountain all day long. This particular unit is a snap to install – all you need to do is attach it to a garden spigot, and you’re good to go. There is also an integrated splitter which enables a hose to remain connected to the garden spigot, with its housing is made from weather-resistant hard plastic that will also be able to resist the curious dog’s chewing. A quartet of C batteries are said to deliver up to one year of juice, now how about that?

Pet Gadgets, Wacky Gadgets

Umbrella Leash – Keeping your Doggies Dry

by Julie

Oh the joys of mans best friend, there’s something to be said about a creature that loves you so unconditionally. I’ve had a few dogs in my time and they were all special, and they all let me know they were fairly fond of me as well. I have to say that my daughter and husband were never as happy to see me as my dog. Sure, you might say it’s because the dog was waiting for food, and I might be inclined to believe that, but my family was always waiting for food as well! I really think my dog just loves me more.

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Miscellaneous Gadgets, Pet Gadgets

Help Lost Stuff Find Its Way Home

by Alison

Have you heard about RuMe? Great concept. It is a Denver based company that created a line of reusable (hence ReUseMe…RuMe) bags, travel accessory bags, even a cuff with a pocket. Yet theirs don’t look like your typical ‘go green’ type bags. These have a sense of style. Recycled aluminum iPhone cases crept into the product offering too. In the interest of safety – both for property and people – RuMe has another product category that could come in handy for our luggage, pets or anything you don’t want to lose.

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Pet Gadgets

The Largest Water Filtering Dog Fountain

by Edwin

Hammacher tends to carry equipment that has superlatives. Case in point, the $119.95 The Largest Water Filtering Dog Fountain, and I am guessing that if you happen to own a toy or miniature breed, this is definitely not the dog fountain for your four legged friend. Basically, the The Largest Water Filtering Dog Fountain earns its stripes by carrying a whopping 3.5 gallons of water, which is far more than any pet fountain available in the market. The fountain itself comes with a 1.5 gallon basin and a couple of 1 gallon reservoirs, which is more than enough to deliver ample water for large breeds, including a Great Dane or St. Bernard. Of course, if you own more than just a couple of dogs who live in harmony without squabbling over mealtimes, then sharing this as their water source is also a good idea.

The Largest Water Filtering Dog Fountain was not developed just for cosmetic purposes only, as it comes with an integrated pump which results in a cascading stream of water into the basin, ensuring that your pooch will be attracted to the sound of trickling water, enticing them to get adequate amounts of water in the process to lower your pet’s risk of kidney disease and urinary tract infection. There is a pre-filter which captures large particulates such as pet hair, and a three-stage charcoal filter will help remove impurities that are responsible for unpleasant tastes and odors in water so that freshness is maintained. The fountain itself is made from UV-resistant plastic so that it is safe for both outdoor and indoor use.

Home Gadgets, Pet Gadgets

Desktop Jellyfish Tank

by Edwin

Thinkgeek might be a wee bit late to the game as the $381.99 Desktop Jellyfish Tank actually picked up the gong for being the “2011 Best Product” at Global Pet Expo a couple of years back, but as momma used to say, “better late than never”, right? Well, the Desktop Jellyfish Tank does as it says – it gives you the opportunity to own a very unique desktop pet that will remain silent and quiet, but is deadly to the touch. At least to us humans, although “Nemo” as depicted in the image above does seem to exhibit a very nonchalant attitude.

The Desktop Jellyfish Tank will arrive with every single thing you need to get started on a jellyfish family, right out of the box so that you lack nothing. It includes the tank (obviously), an air pump and valves, a hydrometer, some substrate, a feeding pipette, and heck, why not jazz things up by a spot with a color-changing LED complete with a remote control so that your pet jellyfish will look cooler than it actually is. You would need to provide your own jellyfish though, and while this 6-gallon tank has been optimized to hold jellyfish, it will still be able to house other kinds of fish and invertebrates.

Electronic Gadgets, Pet Gadgets

Laser Chase Toy

by Edwin

You can say that owning a cat as a pet is better than a dog sometimes, especially when you do a whole lot of traveling around as a cat needs not be doted upon like a dog for its needs – even more so if you are living in an apartment. Of course, a cat returns different kinds of joys than a dog, but it sure as heck cannot play a game of Fetch with you. Well, pets do get bored especially when their masters are not around, so to keep them entertained, turning on the TV with endless reruns of sitcoms or Animal Planet would not do. How about considering the $39.95 Laser Chase Toy instead?

The Laser Chase Toy will be able to automatically project a couple of laser dots which dart across a floor in different, unpredictable patterns. This would definitely do its bit to incite a pair of pets to engage in perpetual play, which is an interesting method of bringing both a cat and a dog together – even better yet if they are still a kitten and a puppy. The lasers that emit from this machine are capable of turning rapidly, stop unexpectedly, and race in opposite directions – definitely helping trigger a dog or cat’s instinctual attraction to quickly moving objects. There are also four speed settings which can be set to tempt pets, and a trio of AA batteries can power this laser toy for up to 15 hours.

Gift Guides, Pet Gadgets

Gifts for Pets or Pet Owners

by Alison

Our furry friends are part of the family. Felix and Fido deserve gifts too! Or if you have a pet owner on your list get them something to honor their pet.