Gear that makes caring for a pet easier or safer: automatic feeders and water fountains for busy days, GPS trackers for dogs that wander, heated shelters for outdoor cats in winter, and DNA tests for the curious. Each guide weighs reliability and ongoing costs, like subscriptions and filters, alongside the specs.
Top pick: PETLIBRO Granary Automatic Cat & Dog Feeder
Consistent feeding schedules, precise portion control, and no more 5am wakeup calls from a hungry cat. We found the feeders that are actually pet-proof and portion-accurate.
Read the guide →Top pick: Tractive Smart Dog GPS Tracker (DOG 6)
Real-time GPS for dogs, plus the yearly plan cost nobody puts up front. Tractive, Fi and Life360 compared, and why an AirTag isn't a GPS tracker.
Read the guide →Top pick: K&H Outdoor Heated Kitty House (20W)
Safe, warm winter shelter for outdoor, feral and barn cats. The heated houses with safety-listed heaters, and where to put them.
Read the guide →Top pick: Embark Breed + Health Kit
Find out exactly what your dog is made of — and which genetic health conditions to watch for. A simple cheek swab that answers the questions most mixed-breed dog owners have been wondering since day one.
Read the guide →Top pick: PetSafe Drinkwell Platinum Pet Fountain
Cats instinctively prefer moving water — a fountain dramatically increases water intake, which matters enormously for urinary and kidney health. We found the ones worth buying.
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