Best High-Tech Toys and Gadgets for Dogs and Dog Parents in 2021

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Are you a tech-loving dog parent on the hunt for the best high-tech dog toys and gadgets for dogs in 2021? Look no further! Check out our top picks for best high-tech toys and gadgets for dogs and dog parents in 2021 below!

Best High-Tech Toys and Gadgets for Dogs and Dog Parents in 2021 - feat, the Petcube Pet Cam - Image via Petcube

Image via Petcube feat. the Petcube Pet Cam

Best High-Tech Toys and Gadgets for Dogs

From treat-tossing dog toys to GPS trackers, ball launchers and more, check out our top picks for best high-tech toys and gadgets for dogs below.

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PUP POD
Rocker Training Treat Tossing Camera Dispenser & Puzzle Toy

via Amazon

Keep your pup entertained while you’re out with this dog training treat tossing camera and smart rocker puzzle toy combo from PupPod. 

Featuring 1080p HD streaming video, multi-level gameplay and rewards, and interactive gaming, this high-tech dog toy duo is sure to keep your pup busy! 

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PLAYDATE
Interactive Pet Camera Smart Ball

via PlayDate

PlayDate is an interactive pet camera smart ball that allows you to interact with your pet from anywhere, anytime via PlayDate’s mobile app.

The camera mounted inside the ball acts as your “eyes” while you drive and control the ball around your pet’s environment, while a speaker and microphone let you communicate with them too. Photos and videos can also be captured from within the app while you play.

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PETCUBE
Play 2 Interactive Pet Camera

via Amazon

Monitor and play with your pet remotely using the Petcube Play 2 laser toy and pet camera in 1.

Controlled via the Petcube app, the Play 2 features 1080p HD video, 160° utlra-wide-angle view, night vision, and 2-way audio as well as automatic and manual play modes.

Real-time sound and motion alerts and video recording are also available with a paid subscription, although a subscription is not needed for livestreaming or manual laser toy play.

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FLUENT PET
Talking Dog Buttons

via FluentPet

Teach your dog to speak in a language that you can actually understand using FluentPet Talking Dog Buttons!

Through pressing buttons of pre-programmed speech sounds or words, animal learners can share their requests, thoughts, and feelings.

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FURBO
Treat Tossing Dog Camera

via Amazon

Monitor and interact with your dog remotely via the Furbo dog camera!

With a fun treat-tossing function, 2-way audio and 1080 full HD camera with night vision you can receive bark alerts to your phone and livestream video to monitor your pet when you aren’t home. 

Additional features including real-time smart alerts, event-triggered cloud recording and doggie diary are also available with Furbo’s optional subscription service, ‘Furbo Dog Nanny’.

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VARRAM
Pet Fitness Robot Interactive Treat Dispenser

via Amazon

The Varram Interactive Treat Dispensing Robot entertains your dog when you’re away. Fun features include scheduled automatic play, treat tossing, manual play via the app, obstacle avoidance, and activity monitoring.

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PET ACOUSTICS
Pet Tunes Calming Bluetooth Speaker for Dogs

via Amazon

Preloaded with calming canine music for dogs, this blutooth speaker is clinically proven and veterinarian-approved to help alleviate stress-related behaviors such as excessive barking and pacing in dogs that are left alone.

Small, and ultra-portable, the calming music will play continuously and wirelessly for up to eight hours on a full charge.

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WHISTLE
GO Explore GPS, Health and Fitness Tracker for Dogs

via Amazon

With both location tracking and fitness and health monitoring, the Whistle GO Explore uses the AT&T nationwide network in the US and Google maps to track your dog’s location and provide real-time updates and alerts to your phone via the Whistle app.

Health and fitness insights monitor your dog’s activity level, calories burned, distance traveled, and behaviors such as licking, scratching, and sleeping.

A 30-day free trial is included with your tracker followed by a monthly subscription cost of $8.25/month*.

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TRACTIVE
GPS Tracker for Dogs

via Amazon

Small, lightweight and 100% waterproof, the Tractive GPS Tracker for Dogs tracks both your dog’s location, location history and activity incl. active time, rest time and calories burned. 

Subscription plans start from $4.99/month* and include unlimited range and live tracking wherever you are in the world. 

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DOGTRA
Pathfinder TRX 9-Mile GPS Tracking Collar

via Amazon

Perfect for working, hunting, or competitive situations on dogs 35 lbs and over, the Dogtra Pathfinder TRX 9-Mile GPS tracking collar is UKC, AKC, and PKC approved and features a super-fast, industry-leading 2-second update rate for live-action tracking.

Featuring a 9-mile range, this tracking collar is fully waterproof and can be used concurrently with Google Maps in normal, terrain, and satellite view modes.

No subscription fee is required. Expandable to 21 dogs.

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GOPRO
Fetch Dog Harness Official GoPro Mount

via Amazon

Capture the world from your dog’s point of view with GoPro’s official ‘Fetch’ dog harness mount!

With 2 mounting locations (back and chest), the Fetch harness is fully adjustable to fit dogs from 15 to 120 lbs and is padded at all adjustment points to ensure maximum comfort.

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SUREFLAP SURE PETCARE
Microchip Pet Door

via Amazon

Suitable for small dogs and cats, the SureFlap microchip pet door is battery-powered and uses RFID technology to read your pet’s implanted ID microchip, allowing them free access while keeping stray animals out.

SureFlap can store up to 32 pet microchip identities, or programmable collar tags can be used for pets without microchips (sold separately).

An app-controlled model is also available which allows pet parents to monitor, open/close and track access remotely via their phones.

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HIGH TECH PET
Power Pet Electronic Pet Door

via Amazon

This fully automatic, motor-driven, vertically-sliding pet door is activated via MS-4 ultrasonic collar, meaning it lets your pets in/out but keeps intruders out.

Available in medium and large sizes, the Power Pet Door from High Tech Pet is suitable for pets up to 100 lbs and features a wind and weatherproof airtight seal and automatic deadbolt for an added level of security.

3 power options incl. AC wall outlet, AC + battery backup or full battery operation.

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BSEEN
LED USB Rechargeable Light-Up Dog Collar

via Amazon

Be safe, be seen with this LED dog collar from BSeen.

Made from thermoplastic polyurethane and available in 5 bright high-visibility colors, the BSeen LED Rechargeable Light-Up Dog Collar features 3 glowing modes and can be cut to fit any neck size.

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NOXGEAR
LightHound Illuminated and Reflective Harness for Dogs

via Amazon

Adjustable, lightweight and rainproof, this USB rechargeable illuminated reflective harness from Noxgear is a must-have if you’re a nighttime dog walker.

Available in 3 sizes, pet parents can choose from 8 super bright solid colors, and 6 eye-catching multicolor flashing and slow fading color modes, while the convenient rechargeable battery lasts for 12 hours between charges.

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PETSAFE
Smart Feed Automatic Pet Feeder for Cat and Dogs

via Amazon

This app-enabled automatic pet feeder from PetSafe makes feeding a breeze! Simply connect the feeder to your home’s Wi-fi to schedule your pet’s meals, and monitor kibble levels via the My PetSafe app.

Amazon Alexa compatible.

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BRILLIANTPAD
Self-Cleaning Automatic Indoor Dog Potty

via Amazon

Perfect for puppies and small breeds that are already pad trained, the BrilliantPad automatically wraps and seals waste to keep your home clean and odor free via the use of smart sensor technology. 

Feauturing manual and automatic cleaning modes, 1 premium BrilliantPad roll is equivalent to 21 traditional puppy pads, while the connected app allows you to monitor usage and be notified when the roll is running low.

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EMMI-PET
Ultrasonic Electric Toothbrush for Pets

via Amazon

This unique pet toothbrush from Emmi-Pet uses ultrasound wave technology and nano-cleaning bubbles to remove harmful bacteria and plaque build-up from your dog’s teeth.

This toothbrush operates silently, with no sound or vibrations and no brushing is required.

Best High-Tech Gadgets for Dog Parents

For smart tech products that make pet parenting that little bit easier, check out our top picks for best high-tech gadgets for dog parents below.

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WAGGLE
RV/Dog Safety Temperature & Humidity Sensor

via Amazon

Monitor your pet’s environment temperature, humidy and heat index 24/7 with the Waggle RV/Dog Safety Temperature and Humidy sensor.

Perfect for pet parents that love to hit the road with their pooch, this temperature monitor works via built-in Verizon 4G cellular data to monitor temperature and alert you via the app, text and email about any potentially unsafe conditions for your pet in an RV, car or home.

Subscription required.

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BISSEL BARKBATH
Portable Dog Bath and Deep Cleaner

via Amazon

This 2-in-1 portable dog wash and deep cleaner from Bissell can be used to wash your dog in any room of the house, anytime, with minimal mess. Not only that, it can also be used to clean up the messes that your dog or other family members may leave behind on carpets, rugs and upholstery.

The BarkBath cleans up to an 80 lb dog with any length of fur or hair with less than 68 oz. of water vs traditional bathing in a tub which can use up to 19 gallons of water.

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PETCUBE
Smart Pet Monitoring Camera and Security Camera

via Amazon

Easily monitor your pet when you are away from home with this affordable pet cam from Petcube. Featuring high-quality 1080p HD video with night vision, 2-way audio, and sound and motion alerts to your phone via the Petcube app. 

Petcube is also the first pet camera with built-in vet chat, making on-demand pet care accessible to all pet parents.

Connect and view up to 6 cameras on one account.

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DYSON
Groom Tool Attachment

via Amazon

This handy grooming tool attachment for your Dyson is perfect for medium to long haired dogs and features flexible slicker brush bristles angled at 35 degrees for penetrating your dog’s coat to remove loose hair and allergens before it is shed around your home.

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IROBOT
Roomba 694 Robot Vacuum

via Amazon

Great for cleaning pet hair around your home, Roomba’s 3 stage cleaning system and dual multi-surface brushes grab dirt and debris from carpets and hard floors with ease, while its edge-sweeping brush takes care of corners and edges.

Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.

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DJI
Pocket 2 Dog Camera

via Chewy

Capture your furry friend’s cutest and funniest moments at home or on the go with the DJI Pocket 2 Dog Camera.

Featuring 4K60p video and 64 megapixel photos, with a 93-degree viewing angle, up to 8x zoom and three-axis gimbal stabilizer, this professional quality, grab-and-go camera couldn’t be easier to use and fits right in your pocket!

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OKAYSOU
Air Purifier with Washable Ultra-Duo 2 Filters

via Amazon

Easily remove pet hair, dander, dust, allergens and pet odors from your home with the Okaysou air purifier. 

With whisper quiet operation, this air purifier features a 5 stage ultra-duo filtration system which includes a washable pre-filter, H13 true HEPA filter, blue filter, honeycomb activate carbon filter, and cold catalyst filter which combined effectively remove 99.97% of airborne pollutants from your home.

Cleans rooms up to 800 sq ft in just 40 minutes. 

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DASH
8-Bone Dog Treat Maker

via Amazon

Dash make homemade dog treats easy with their 8-bone dog treat maker! Simply preheat, add your batter and cook. 

Handy dog treat recipe guide included.

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BISSELL
Green Pet 2252 CleanView Swivel Upright Bagless Vacuum Carpet Cleaner

via Amazon

Finally, power through pet hair with the Green Pet 2252 Upright Carpet Cleaner from Bissell.

Featuring triple action brush roll with scatter free technology, swivel steering, and specialized pet tool cleaning attachments you can’t go wrong with a Bissell!

*Prices are correct at the time of publishing and are subject to change.

We hope you enjoyed today’s post about the best high-tech toys and gadgets for dogs and dog parents in 2021!

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