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Feeling guilty for leaving your pet alone as you leave the house for a Christmas lunch is common for many pet parents. However, thanks to advances in technology, leaving those sad puppy eyes and the guilt behind is now easier with battery operated gadgets, lasers and ball dispensers which are designed to keep fur-babies entertained at home.
No matter your pet’s personality or tech capabilities, PETstock’s range of interactive gadgets and grooming products are sure to keep furry friends amused and in tip top shape this festive season:
Lasers and Prey Gadgets
PETstock VET Dr Alison Kemp explains there are many benefits to introducing interactive gadgets into your home, such as improving your pets physical and mental health while keeping them company in your absence.
“Keeping cats indoors is becoming increasingly popular to help reduce stray cat populations and prevent injuries or fatalities,” says Dr Alison Kemp.
This means pet parents have a responsibility to discover ways of keeping their furry friend entertained indoors. Laser gadgets such as the FroliCat Multi-Laser toy are a safe and tech-savvy way of keeping your cat busy.
“Laser gadgets are free from any materials cats may chew or ingest, which is highly important if the toy is to be used in a pet parent’s absence,” says Dr Alison Kemp.
“Cats benefit from keeping active so introducing gadgets that require your cat to chase an object will help relieve boredom or stress and help maintain physical activity throughout the day.”
Chasing and catching prey is an instinct to cats. Gadgets such as the FroliCat Rolorat Autmoatic Cat Teaser are designed to mimic the actions of prey while looking the part.
“While gadgets are great, your pet still needs quality time with their owners,” she says.
“Just as parents like to limit ‘screen time’ for their children, it’s recommended that when pet parents are home, they take the chance to do the things tech can’t like training or cuddles.”
PETstock product: FroliCat Multi-Laser Toy Automatic Laser Light & FroliCat Rolorat Automatic Cat Teaser:
RRP: $47.99
Gadgets to hydrate and keep litter boxes clean
Gone are the days that pet parents come home feeling guilty when they see an empty water bowl. Gadgets such as the Drinkwell 360 Stainless Steel Fountain are now installed in homes to ensure all fur-babies stay hydrated throughout the day by providing them with fresh water even in their absence.
“It is vital to regularly change the water in your pet’s bowl to ensure they are staying hydrated with fresh, clean water,” says Dr Alison Kemp.
“With automated drinking fountains at the ready indoor pets, particularly cats, also need a clean place to relieve themselves. Self-cleaning cat litter boxes are a great, mess-free way to provide your pet with a clean bathroom area.”
PETstock offers automatic litter box gadgets such as the PetSafe ScoopFree Original Self-Cleaning Litter Box that stay fresh and clean without the hassle of scooping, so it’s a great gift for pets and humans!
PETstock product: Drinkwell 360 Stainless Steel Pet Fountain RRP: $138.99
& ScoopFree Original Self-Cleaning Litter Box RRP: $189.99
