A picture containing the Dogness iPet Smart Robot pet treat dispenser on the left and the Simplehuman Sensor Can smart trash can on the right on a white background.Having a pet makes you realize that some of the simplest things can be the most enjoyable: playing fetch, belly rubs, a ball of yarn, even dinner time all feel that much more special. Imagine if you could have all those moments at any time in your busy life. That kind of convenience combined with the lovable moments a pet can bring, plus easy cleanup to boot, is not only possible, it’s downright easy with the Dogness iPet Smart Robot Treat Dispenser and the Simplehuman 58L Sensor Can with Voice Control. Read on to find out how this handy combo makes having a pet even more fun and lets you share special moments from anywhere.

From cat videos to cute stories, we all love pets

Everyone loves cat videos, it seems. They basically rule the Internet, and for good reason: they’re adorable. I’ve been known to steal a moment (or two) at work to watch a few on my laptop. Plus, watching puppy livestreams is basically a hobby of mine now. I suppose the availability of high quality smart cameras has helped boost the number of these online. Getting to watch these super cute pets even when I’m nowhere near them physically is something I’ve integrated into my daily routine by now.

Like other people without pets, I also use these live streams to vicariously experience the joy and fun pets can bring. In a similar manner, I definitely ask to see my coworkers’ pets whenever possible. From their adorably chubby cats to their fluffy dogs, photos and videos of their pets are even better, because I get to hear all the stories that go along with them. Like that time their rabbit chewed through their computer cords, immensely proud of itself when discovered, or their dog who’s afraid of waves in the ocean.

Many of those stories involve a similar desire for all these pet owners: the ability to interact with their beloved animals when they’re not at home. I don’t imagine their animals collude together, in the style of The Secret Life of Pets, or anything, but I definitely would appreciate a break at work to see my coworkers’ pets on their smartphones in real-time.

Plus, I know that pets come with cleanup needs, and anything to make that easier would mean more cute stories for me. That is, I mean, more convenience for my coworkers. How would these two things combine, you ask? Read on to find out how!

Keep tabs on pets and keep things clean, too

The Dogness iPet Smart Robot pet treat dispenser sits on a wooden floor to the left of the image; an orange cat stares at it from the right side of the image.You could set up a webcam to keep an eye on your pets, but could that webcam hand out treats, shine a laser pointer, and make sounds, too? As you can see in Shelly Wutke’s review of the Dogness iPet Smart Robot Treat Dispenser, that’s possible. The iPet Smart Robot can maneuver around your home and take video. It can even dispense treats and shine a laser pointer to entertain and reward your pets from afar. Plus, it can make noises like growls, barks, and meows to get your pet’s attention—and even stop them from doing something naughty when you’re not there. It comes with an app where you can control the robot and its functions, plus view the camera’s live feed and take photos (that you can then share with your friends and coworkers).

A cat sitting on a table, with the Dogness iPet Smart Robot pet treat dispenser to the cat's left; the iPet shines a red laser light on the cat as the cat looks away to the right side of the image.

After you do get home, there’s probably still some cleanup to be done with pets around. You may have stopped the cat from tearing up all the toilet paper thanks to your Dogness iPet Smart Robot, but there is still a litterbox to clean. Thankfully, the folks at Simplehuman came up with the Simplehuman 58L Sensor Can with Voice Control. A smart trash can may seem silly at first, but trust me, after you see Shelly’s review you’ll wonder how you ever lived without it. For example, you’ve scooped up the kitty litter and now you have to get it into the trash. Instead of having to fiddle with foot pedals or getting your cabinets dirty, you can just say “open can” and drop in the cat litter.

With both these devices, not only will you be able to see and interact with your lovable companions from afar, you’ll be able to keep tabs on them and keep everything clean, too.

How to enter

Entering this contest is simple, but you can only do so once. To enter, just follow these two simple steps:

  1. Find out which features highlighted by me here, or by Shelly in her reviews, of either the Dogness iPet Smart Robot Treat Dispenser or the Simplehuman Sensor Can with Voice Control stand out the most to you.
  2. In a comment below this article, tell us what are your favourite features of these smart home technologies.

What you can win

At the end of this contest, we will select one winner from all eligible entries. This winner will receive a Dogness iPet Smart Robot Treat Dispenser and a Simplehuman Sensor Can with Voice Control. Remember, you can only enter once, but your friends and family can also participate. Be sure to share this contest with anyone who loves their pets, someone you swap stories about your pets with, and even someone who appreciates smart devices.

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Zak
Zak
Zak is an Editor at Best Buy Canada and enjoys anything having to do with writing, from essays to blog posts and more. When not tinkering with product copy or blogs, Zak can be found cooking, baking, and reading, or just enjoying a day out in Vancouver.
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  1. A hands free garbage! What’s not too love! Great way to keep the outside clean especially when I just finished changing a diaper or litter box and In love with pet robot! I love to be able to keep a eye on my cats while I’m away at work or visiting(always on the go!) and make sure they get lots of treats and staying out of trouble! Really curious about the ability to play with pets via robot would love to see that in action!

  6. Interactive laser for sure, our cat HazelNut goes crazy for the lazer we have. Hand held though. Gives her good exercise to tire her out as she stays up all night because she sleeps in her hammock all day!!

  7. My favourite is the dogness ipet smart robot treat dispenser. Would love to be able to check up on my cats during the day and love how you can move the camera around as my cats have several different napping spots. What makes this one so much more than a typical pet cam is all the interactive features like the laser and treat dispenser!

  9. The cat would love the laser feature on the pet robot and I would like not having to fiddle with the garbage lid when my hands are full.

  10. Dogness iPet Smart Robot Treat Dispenser. Would be a good way to keep tabs on the dogs when out of the house.

  12. Simplehuman 58L Sensor Can with Voice Control – Stainless Steel, would be the most beneficial in our household.
    Voice recognition so the unit is hands free is a handy feature.

  15. I really like the hands free garbage disposal. What stood out most to me is that the microphones accurately receive voice commands even when the room is busy and loud.

  18. The iPet Smart Robot would be amazing, especially the live camera feature. I would love to see what my two cats are up to all day.

  19. The hands free garbage can for sure. Nothing worse then trying to balance garbage in your hand and trying to open it with another.

  21. the voice controlled garbage can would be extremely handy, and maybe help stop some of the messes I get into.

  32. The treat dispenser is the coolest one! awesome for checking to see what doggo is up to

    • If your going to have a Robotic ANYTHING in your home it may as well be a Trash Can & Doggie Nanny Can!

  49. I love the live camera but in this age of the pandemic a voice controlled garbage seems like a great idea.

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