Robot cats and robot dogs are meant for people who cannot look after a live animal for physical or practical reasons. The pets with soft, cuddly fur respond to movement and touch: they bark, purr or meow and move their eyes, mouth and head.
For seniors and people with dementia, they can be a pleasant prompt for closeness, stroking and conversation. Some are reminded of the kitten of their childhood, others discover an animal companion for the first time. How a person responds varies widely.
The fur is soft and cuddly, and sensors plus motion and vibration technology make the robot cat an interactive companion. The more it is stroked, the more relaxed it seems: it can close its eyes and roll onto its back as if asking for a belly rub. As a cat should, it purrs and meows.
If it is not touched for a while, it goes to sleep. A gentle movement on its back wakes it up again. For some people, spending time with the cat can be pleasant and relaxing.
When the robot dog is spoken to or touched, it can bark and respond. It also goes to sleep when it is not touched for a while and can be woken with a gentle touch. A robot dog never needs a walk. For some people, it can be a source of joy.
The interactive metaCats and metaDogs combine sensors with soft fur. They purr or bark, move their head, eyes and tail, and respond to stroking with realistic sounds and a perceptible heartbeat. Some functions can also be triggered by voice commands in English. The soft fur and natural reactions can bring moments of calm and joy, alone or together with others. The faux fur contains no animal hair. The models are battery-powered and need to be charged.
This plush cat was developed as a companion for people with dementia. Its soft fur, modelled on real cats, invites stroking and cuddling and can speak to the need for closeness. For moments of relaxation, it can be a familiar companion. If you are unsure whether a quiet cat without technology or a robot cat suits better, you will find guidance in our article Active cat or robot cat: what suits people with dementia?
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