Many of us have loveable furry friends in our lives, and in most cases consider them to be a huge part of the family. Some treat their dogs and cats like their best friend, like a lifetime companion, and we all want them to live long and happy lives. Sadly, our pets ultimately have far shorter lifespans than humans, and so saying goodbye is almost inevitable.
Thanks to Big Data, there might just be. A San Francisco-based start-up may have found a way to add years to your pet’s life with a hi-tech, wearable collar that monitors your dog’s activity, whether its going for walkies, running around and playing, resting, eating and, ahem, crapping, even when you the owner can’t be around.
Source: SiliconANGLE http://siliconangle.com/blog/2013/06/06/big-data-goes-to-the-dogs-with-smart-whistle-collars/
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