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Pet Parent-Preparing Simulators

Lola is a Google Home-Powered AI Dog to Prepare Future Dog Owners

— June 26, 2017 — Tech
Designed to help prepare future pet owners, this AI dog is built using Google Home. Lola is an acoustic simulator device and accompanying app that mimics what it would be like to have a pet dog in your home. Using the API.AI tool, Lola is a talking dog robot that says out loud some of the bizarre things canines can get up to, like loud barking, expelling fluids indoors and chasing butterflies. The company behind the future parent-training mutt has also partnered with an organization that helps homeless dogs find permanent families called Dallas Pets Alive.

Although API.AI is typically seen as a tool for business, this AI dog shows more unexpected applications of the technology.
Trend Themes
1. Pet-preparing Simulators - Creating companion pet simulators could prove to be a valuable tool for new pet owners, allowing them to experience and prepare for pet ownership scenarios in a practical way.
2. AI-assisted Pet Ownership Training - Integrating AI technology into pet ownership training could provide users with a more realistic training experience and help animal welfare organizations train new owners on best practices.
3. Acoustic Pet Simulation Technology - Developing acoustic simulation devices for pets could open up new opportunities for future pet owners to experience pet ownership without the need for a live pet.
Industry Implications
1. Pet Care - As the pet care industry continues its growth trajectory, integrating technology like AI and acoustic simulation devices could provide a valuable value-add service for customers.
2. Education - Creating companion pet simulators could also have educational applications, providing teachers and students with a practical tool to learn more about pet ownership and animal welfare.
3. Technology - The integration of acoustic simulation and AI could provide opportunities for technology companies to create new devices and applications that mimic real-world experiences.
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