8 High-Tech Pet Gadgets for Happier, Healthier Companions

As a pet owner, you know that keeping your furry (or feathered) friend happy, healthy, and entertained is practically a full-time job.

Luckily there are some seriously cool gadgets out there that make pet parenting a breeze — and more fun for you, too.

From high-tech pet doors to automatic ball launchers, these innovations do more than just simplify your life; they keep your pets engaged, active, and well-cared for.

Take the SureFlap pet door — a veritable VIP entrance for your pet, letting them in and out while keeping stray animals at bay. If you've ever found yourself chasing off the neighborhood raccoon, you'll appreciate the peace of mind this gadget provides.

Or maybe you've got a ball-obsessed dog who could play fetch for hours — cue the iFetch automatic ball launcher, which lets you take a load off in the park (or on the couch) while Fido enjoys a non-stop game of fetch.

As much as we love our four-legged friends, cleaning up after them can be a chore, which is where the Litter-Robot, a self-cleaning litter box that takes the dread (and other elements) out of cat ownership, comes in.

For those of us who enjoy watching wildlife instead of hosting animals of our own, the Birdfy feeder keeps you in the loop with backyard bird buddies, offering real-time alerts and 1080p video for the ultimate birdwatching experience.

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Health-conscious pet parents can turn to Invoxia's smart dog collar, which tracks your dog's heart rate and activity, and makes vet visits a breeze by giving you the chance to send data automatically to the doctor.

Whether you're looking to reduce the mess, keep your pet entertained, or just see the world from your dog's perspective thanks to the stylish and cinematic GoPro Fetch Harness, these gadgets will make life with pets more enjoyable — we think they'll agree!