The ProxiPet collar is a new way for pet owners to keep track of their dogs and cats. The small device clips into existing collars and uses both GPS and a cellular network to tell you where your animals are. Pets can be tracked using an associated app. The dongle itself is small, lightweight, and waterproof. Battery life is pegged at three months and if the ProxiPet collar needs recharging the app will let you know.
The makers of the ProxiPet collar are still in the initial phases of development and its creators are currently gauging interest in the product. If enough interest is found then the dongle itself will hit Kickstarter where it will sell for $89 with the tracking service offered as a monthly ($3.99) or yearly ($40) subscription.
Discreet Pet-Tracking Collars
The ProxiPet Collar Lets You Easily Keep Tabs on Your Dogs and Cats
Trend Themes
1. Pet-tracking Technology - The trend of creating smaller, cheaper and more efficient pet-tracking technology that is also user-friendly creates opportunities for new pet-care service providers.
2. Smartphone Apps for Pet Tracking - There is an opportunity for app developers to create more user-friendly apps that integrate with pet-tracking technology like ProxiPet collar.
3. Affordable Pet-tracking Technology - The increasing affordability of pet tracking technology creates opportunities for pet insurance providers to include these in their coverage.
Industry Implications
1. Pet Care Industry - The ProxiPet collar is an innovative tool that can provide new pet care services and strengthen existing ones.
2. Smartphone App Development - The increasing need for user-friendly apps to integrate with pet-tracking technology creates opportunities in the smartphone app development industry.
3. Pet Insurance Industry - The affordability of pet-tracking technology creates an opportunity for pet insurance providers to offer this as part of their coverage, providing peace of mind for pet owners.