Apple never mentioned it included Apple Watch features for dogs, but these pet owners find it cool that their fur buddies could also benefit from the wearable.
As smartwatches continue to evolve, some tech-savvy pet owners have been experimenting with their Apple Watches to explore the hidden world of their beloved four-legged companions.
From measuring their heart rates to tracking their activities, it turns out that our furry friends have a lot to reveal.
In this article, we will look into the fascinating insights pet owners have uncovered using Apple Watches, making us wonder if wearable tech for dogs is the next big thing.
Heart Rates and Delicious Dog Treats
Inspired by the data-driven world of human health and fitness tracking, PhoneArena spotted that Instagram user wooyoobusan decided to take the quest for knowledge to the next level - this time for their pet.
In an Instagram video with more than 450,000 likes, the owner fixed their Apple Watch to their dog's wrist and observed that their heart rate jumped from 60 bpm to a whopping 107 when their pet was given tasty goodies.
According to experts, a normal heartbeat in a dog varies with size: small dogs and pups typically have heart rates of 120 to 160 beats per minute. Heart rates in dogs weighing more than 30 pounds range from 60 to 120 beats per minute.
While the observed heart rate in the video is lower than usual, it is understandable and not a cause for concern, given that Apple Watches are not designed to detect dog heartbeats. It is a fun experiment, though!
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The Doggy Fitness Tracker
While tracking our own steps and physical activities has become the norm, pet owners are now finding ways to monitor their dogs' exercise routines using Apple Watches.
Bulldogs are not known for their stamina, and this viral TikTok video with 600,000 likes featuring a bulldog named Bane reveals that the statement cannot be any more accurate.
@matty_ef How many steps does a bulldog do a day? #dogtok #dogsoftiktok #banethabully #bane ♬ Comedy Music - Nissa
Expecting his dog to have at least 2000 steps made, Bane's owner, Matty Fahd, was surprised to discover that his pet had only taken 82 steps in seven hours.
Despite this low step count, it garnered attention and admiration from viewers, highlighting bulldogs' mellow temperament and charm.
According to Newsweek, bulldogs have moderate activity levels and should get up to one hour of exercise per day.
They should avoid extreme temperatures due to their susceptibility to overheating and breathing difficulties caused by their flat faces.
This insight helps bulldog owners balance exercise and relaxation, ensuring their beloved pets stay healthy and happy.
Apple Watches for Dogs
Apple Watch features for dogs may not have been explicitly advertised, but tech-savvy pet owners have discovered exciting and valuable uses for this wearable tech.
From measuring heart rates during delicious temptations to tracking daily activities and even repurposing old devices as doggy fitness trackers, our four-legged companions can now benefit from the same technology that enhances our own lives.
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