# Virtual Feline Companions The iPet Companion is a Robotic Device That Keeps Your Kitten Busy By manzil | Published 2011-04-03 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ipet-companion References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/ipet-companion-links-people-with-cats-by-internet/18292/) & [ipetcompanion](http://www.ipetcompanion.com/) The iPet Companion is an innovative device that ensures pets get their daily dose of exercise and interactive play even if their owners are away from home. The iPet Companion’s [robotic apparatus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tuya-smart-aura) has been tested and installed at the [Oregon Humane Society](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ohsu) to increase the number of cat adoptions. Surprisingly, the cat adoption has increased to 16 percent, according to the organization. The device is connected to a web server and fitted with cat toys that can be controlled via computer. A high-resolution camera shows the live activities of the pet. Currently, the iPet Companion is being installed at the Oregon Humane Society’s playroom, allowing pet lovers to visit the center virtually to watch the kitties play. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Robotic Companion:** Opportunity to develop more innovative devices to interact and engage with pets remotely - **Virtual Interactive Play:** Opportunity to create more platforms for remote playtime and interaction with pets - **Remote Pet Adoption:** Opportunity to increase pet adoption rates in shelters by allowing remote playtime and interaction with adoptable animals ### Who This Affects Most - **Pet Tech:** Companies that specialize in pet technology can develop more innovative interactive devices for remote pets playtime and exercise - **Pet Retail:** Retailers that specialize in pet products can implement remote pet interaction experiences in their stores or online platforms to attract more customers - **Animal Shelters:** Animal shelters can utilize remote pet interaction devices to increase adoption rates and provide a more engaging environment for adoptable pets ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Robotic Pet Companions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guliguli-smart-companion.md) - [Roving Household Pet Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meowmates.md) - [Automated Pet Companion Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/enor-e1.md) - [Autonomous AI-Powered Robot Cats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/macroact-maicat.md) - [Remote Pet Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rola-petpal.md) - [VR Cat Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vr-cat-experiences.md) - [Multi-Mode Smart Cat Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheerble-wicked-ball-m3.md) - [Pet Health-Monitoring Technologies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pet-health-monitoring.md) - [Virtual Wellness Companions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-companion.md)