# Camera-Connected Kennels Dog Parker's Updated Service Allows Owners to Watch Their Pet While Out By Riley von Niessen | Published 2016-11-22 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dog-parker References: [techcrunch](https://techcrunch.com/2016/11/17/dog-parker-because-even-your-dogs-deserve-a-smart-home/) & [dogparker](http://www.dogparker.com/) Months ago, a service called 'Dog Parker' was launched, allowing consumers to leave their pet in a comfortable outdoor kennel as they completed errands nearby. Secure and temperature-controlled, Dog Parker is a safer alternative to leaving pets tied in front of stores or restaurants. Now, Dog Parker has updated to include internet connectivity and an app -- allowing owners to keep an eye on their pets through a camera while they're away. In addition to this, the kennels can only be opened through the app, meaning that no one can steal their furry friend. Currently available in New York, Dog Parker can be purchased for an annual membership fee of just $25, as well as an additional 20 cents for each minute that their pet is housed in the kennel. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Pets](https://www.trendhunter.com/pets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Connected Kennels:** The integration of internet connectivity and cameras in kennels allows pet owners to monitor their pets remotely. - **Smart Pet Care:** The use of technology in pet care, such as app-controlled access and monitoring, enhances convenience and safety for pet owners. - **Shared Economy Pet Services:** The emergence of subscription-based pet care services, like Dog Parker, provides pet owners with affordable and secure alternatives to traditional pet care options. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Pet Care:** The pet care industry can explore opportunities to incorporate technology to improve the safety and convenience of services offered to pet owners. - **Smart Home Technology:** Smart home technology companies can expand their product offerings to include pet-specific features, such as connected kennels and pet monitoring systems. - **Subscription Services:** The subscription services industry can tap into the growing demand for pet-related services by offering innovative solutions like app-controlled pet care and shared kennel services. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Temperature-Tracking Pet Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-pet-camera.md) - [Connected Dog Entertainment Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dogsplay-entertainment-system.md) - [Treat-Launching Pet Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eufy-dog-camera-d605.md) - [Pet-Specific Calling Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calling-device-for-pets.md) - [Digital Canine Caretakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pupfi.md) - [Sustainable Dog Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doggie-dreamhouse.md) - [All-in-One Remote Pet Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petcube-1.md) - [Motorized Smart Pet Doors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pawport-smart-door.md) - [Workplace-Friendly Doghouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barc-dog-kennel.md)