In today’s fast-paced world, it takes only a click or two of the mouse or a tap of the touch screen to access a host of information. We check our email, do our banking and keep in touch with folks from all over the world with a minimum of effort.
And now technology is going to the dogs. There are numerous inexpensive, helpful and fun applications available for iPhones. Now you never have to leave home without the means to be in touch with your dog.
Camp Bow Wow, one of the leading providers of doggy day care and overnight camps, lets you check in on your dog any time of the day or night. The application uses a camera feed so you can see just what your four-legged friend is up to. Beware, you might just find that Fido is having a really good time without you!
The Pet Nanny lets you record your dog’s bark and carry it with you wherever you go. It also allows you to save all of your dog’s vital information such as medications, identification chip numbers, vaccinations and upcoming veterinarian appointments. This useful application goes a step farther and lets you save and share information about your dog with pet sitters. Consider making notes about special dietary needs or activities.
Pet Notebook is similar. This application supports multiple pets and allows you to store photos of your dog along with important medical and identification information.
Petoxins is a valuable application to have – especially if your dog is curious enough to consume things that should not be eaten. This app includes photos of plants that are hazardous to dogs. It also shows symptoms that a dog would display if he or she came into contact with a dangerous or poisonous plant. The app includes detailed information on what to do if you suspect your dog has gotten into something dangerous. It also gives you a direct telephone line to the ASPCA’s Poison Control Center.
Off Leash can be a useful application when you and your dog are away from home and looking to get a little exercise. This app lets you find dog parks across the United States.
All Pets Radio is an application that gives you access to news and resources on all types of pet issues.
The PetFinder.com application is a free one that lets you browse for adoptable pets.
HumaneTV is another free application that helps keep you up to date on animal news around the country. It is sponsored by the Humane Society of the United States.
Those who frequently travel with their canine companions can benefit from the PawTrotter app, which offers an extensive list of businesses and destinations that are pet-friendly. This app lets you find hotels, dog parks, groomers and other items that you might need or want for Fido.
DogiDuty is an app that allows pet sitters to update dog owners. It allows users to send emails reporting information such as whether or not the dog did its business, ate or exercised.
If you are a dog owner with a sense of humor, you will appreciate the Fail Dogs app. Need a laugh? Check out the many stories and photos that show dogs doing their best to be entertaining.
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