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Health-Tracking Dog Collars

The 'Link' Collar Has a Connected, Multifunctional Design

— December 21, 2020 — Tech
The 'Link' collar is a premium accessory for dog owners to help them take more control over the everyday health, wellness and security of their pet. The connected collar works by incorporating a number of components into the streamlined accessory including a GPS tracker, LED functionality and even a health-tracking functionality. These aspects thus work to deliver enhanced capabilities for pet owners to appreciate each day, while the high-quality materials and build of the collar will make it perfect for long-term use.

The 'Link' collar is the design work of Astro Studios and, while advanced in functionality, is focused on an accessible price point that will make them well-suited for a wide range of dog owners instead of just a select few.
Trend Themes
1. Connected Pet Accessories - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop smart pet collars that integrate advanced features like GPS tracking, LED functionality, and health-tracking to enhance control over pets' health and safety.
2. Health and Wellness Tracking - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create wearable devices that monitor and track the health and wellness of pets, providing valuable insights for owners and veterinarians.
3. Affordable Advanced Pet Tech - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design cost-effective smart pet accessories with premium features to make advanced technologies accessible to a wider range of pet owners.
Industry Implications
1. Pet Tech - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore technological advancements in the pet industry, creating innovative products and services that enhance the lives of pets and their owners.
2. Wearable Technology - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Merge the fields of fashion and technology by developing fashionable wearable devices for pets that provide functionality and convenience.
3. Consumer Electronics - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine consumer electronics with pet accessories, creating connected devices that offer a multitude of features for pet owners.
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