Revolutionizing Pet Care: The Transformative Impact of AI on Pet Parenting
For Navi Mumbai-based Avinash D'Silva, an
has been a game-changer in caring for his French Bulldog – Joey. 'Since using the pet cam, Joey's anxiety has reduced significantly. He's more relaxed knowing I can check in anytime.
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The device also helps me engage with him remotely,' he says.
Similarly, Delhi-based Mahima, a pet parent to an Indie rescue dog, turned to AI-enabled devices to establish a routine that fosters security and stability for her pet.
Experts believe AI is slowly transforming pet care. 'Wearables can aid early disease detection, provide quicker veterinary access, and even reduce dependence on pet sitters. Automatic feeders and interactive toys now keep pets engaged while owners work,' explains pet nutritionist Anjali Kalachand.
With technology evolving, AI is bridging gaps in pet care, offering solutions that enhance pets' well-being while making life easier for their owners.
Why pet parents are turning to AI
Maintaining routine
AI-powered feeders use facial recognition to ensure the right pet receives the correct portion in households with multiple pets. Mahima shares, 'AI technology has helped me establish a routine for my pet. I use an AI-powered smart feeder to customise meals.
The feeder ensures consistency in my pet's mealtime schedule, and also analyses eating habits. Since using these gadgets, I've noticed a positive shift.'
Monitoring made easy
An AI-powered pet collar uses sensors and machine learning to track a pet's emotions, health, and behaviour. According to a news report, it features real-time GPS tracking and behaviour analysis. Owners can create virtual fences, and the collar sends instant alerts if the pet crosses set boundaries, helping to ensure their safety at all times.
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Help from virtual vets and chatbots
Pet expert Hussain Jariwala says, 'Virtual vets and chatbots assist owners in diagnosing common issues and offering pet care advice. AI-driven apps also analyse pet behaviour to detect health problems or emotional distress.'
Is too much AI good for pet care?
May weaken the human bond
Pet expert Hussain Jariwala warns that excessive reliance on AI could weaken the bond between pets and their owners by replacing meaningful interactions.
He says, 'Overuse of technology may also disrupt natural behaviours, making pets overly dependent on gadgets instead of engaging in instinctual activities.' Striking a balance between AI-driven enrichment and quality time is essential for a strong pet-parent relationship.
'Not a substitute for professional veterinary care'
AI can help detect signs of illness using sensors and cameras, but it's not a substitute for professional veterinary care. 'It may miss subtle or complex health issues. AI is a useful tool, but regular vet check-ups remain essential for overall pet health,' explains Jariwala.
Interactive AI toys and monitors help ease separation anxiety by providing stimulation and companionship. With features like treat dispensing, fetch, and two-way communication, they keep pets engaged and reduce stress, though they can't fully replace human interaction
Hussain Jariwala, pet expert
AI cannot completely replace human supervision or professional care but can reduce reliance on human oversight for routine tasks. It also enhances early disease detection and improves the efficiency and speed of veterinary care by aiding diagnosis through medical reports
Anjali Kalachand, a pet nutritionist
AI-powered pet care devices enhance monitoring and feeding by detecting unusual behaviour such as pacing or lethargy. They recognise and alert owners to excessive barking or meowing, ensuring timely intervention
Advanced pet recognition differentiates between multiple pets, tracking their movements and generating behavioural insights over time
AI-integrated feeders use facial recognition to ensure the right pet receives the correct portion, analysing eating habits and alerting owners to irregularities
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