The best high-tech gadgets for cat owners
Cats add so much to their owners’ lives, and they know it. Give a little back to your fur baby with these high-tech gadgets for cats.
1. Litter-Robot 4
The Litter-Robot 4 by Whisker is a little like a Roomba. One day, you’re baffled by the cost. The next, you’re wondering how you ever lived without it. The self-cleaning litter box costs $699 (yes, really), but it eliminates a daily chore every cat owner dreads.
The Litter-Robot 4 sifts out waste after every use, pushing clumps into a tightly sealed drawer to prevent odors. You can also view up-to-date stats about your cat’s litter box use and weight. Plus, it works for multi-cat households.
2. Tractive GPS Tracker Collar
Whether you have an escape artist or an indoor/outdoor cat, Tractive’s GPS collar helps you track your cat’s movements and keep them safe. The collar also records activity levels and notifies you with a health alert if your cat suddenly changes behavior. The tracker costs $49.99, and a basic subscription costs $13 per month, with discounts for annual billing.
3. Petcube Cat Monitoring Camera
Petcube is a $49.99 camera that allows you to monitor your cat while you’re away. The subscription plan starts at $5.99 per month. Subscriptions give you access to live streaming, 3-day video history, and smart alerts. If you want to interact with your cat while you’re gone, the Petcube Bites 2 Lite has 2-way audio and a treat dispenser.
4. Petlibro Dockstream App Monitoring Water Fountain
Keeping your cat hydrated doesn’t just give your fur baby more energy — it can also be crucial for preventing feline lower urinary tract and chronic kidney disease. The $79.99 Petlibro water fountain makes it easy to track your cat’s hydration levels with in-app reports and low water notifications. Running water is also more appealing to cats, motivating them to drink more.
5. SureFeed Microchip Feeder
If you have multiple pets, it can be tricky to keep them out of each others’ food. This automatic feeder from Sure Petcare is activated by your cat’s microchip or RFID collar tag, eliminating food stealing. At $199, SureFeed is pricey for an automatic feeder, but for pets on special diets, it can be a literal lifesaver.
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