# Robotic Push Notification Pets The Soshee Social Media Dog Barks During Instagram Alerts By Michael Hines | Published 2017-03-16 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soshee-social-media-dog References: [mashable](http://mashable.com/2017/03/16/soshee-animatronic-social-media-robot-dog/?utm_cid=mash-com-Tw-main-link) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/soshees/soshee-the-social-media-robot-dog) For some people, push notifications on their phone are not enough, which is why the Soshee social media dog was invented. This [robotic rover](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecovacs-lilmilo) is designed to look like a Puli, a breed known for its mop-like fut. It pairs to its owner's smartphone via Bluetooth and reacts whenever associate social media accounts are interacted with. For example, a comment on Facebook could prompt a bark whereas a new like on an [Instagram](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pepa-paris) photo could cause the Soshee social media dog to wag its tail. The Soshee social media dog was dreamed up by Jason Buzi, a real estate investor famous for launching the "Hidden Cash" social giving project back in 2015. The man who actually brought the dog to life is John Nolan, an animatronics designer famous for his work on the "Harry Potter" and "Pirates of the Caribbean" film franchises. Buzi has taken to [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sirius) to fund his creation, with a goal of $250,000. A pledge of $169 is enough to get your own Soshee, should the project be fully funded. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Bizarre](https://www.trendhunter.com/bizarre) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Robotic Companion Pets:** Developing robotic pets that interact with social media accounts could provide new opportunities for creating personalized experiences. - **Bluetooth Connected Toys:** Toys connected to smartphones via Bluetooth can create interactive experiences unique to each individual user. - **Social Media Integration:** Integrating social media platforms into everyday objects can provide new ways to interact with and receive notifications. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Toy Industry:** Toy companies could explore the potential of incorporating Bluetooth technology into traditional toys and games. - **Social Media Industry:** Social media platforms could collaborate with tech companies to create innovative products that incorporate social media into daily life. - **Robotics Industry:** Developing new robotic companions that integrate with technology and provide personalized interactions could be a disruptive innovation opportunity for the robotics industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Reactive Robotic Dog Companions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oro-robot.md) - [Bio-Inspired Guard Dog Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyberdog-2.md) - [Pet-Specific Calling Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calling-device-for-pets.md) - [Crowdfunded Pet-Monitoring Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/siipet.md) - [Robotic Canine Companions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metadog.md) - [AI-Powered Robotic Dog Companions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiaomi-cyberdog-2.md) - [AI-Powered Robot Dogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-sesame-aibo.md) - [App-Connected Dog Training Buttons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ipuppee.md) - [Robotic Pet Companions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guliguli-smart-companion.md)