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Best Apps For Dogs

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Transform Fido’s life with a product you can download and use wherever you are. With the help of these innovative pet companies, you can book his next adventure, learn training tips from professionals and keep track of his health and fitness. Swipe right on these awesome apps designed for dogs and the people who love them most.

1. BringFido

“I don’t care where we go, I just need a vacation!” Photo by Billy Francis

We’re proud to be the #1 trusted resource for dog owners looking for the lowdown on the best hotels, attractions, and restaurants that welcome pets. Our mobile app brings the best of BringFido to your phone, giving you on-the-go access to pet-friendly information worldwide. Book your next stay, join a community of like-minded travelers, share your experiences along the way, and tailor every trip to your pooch’s needs.

BringFido is free on iPhone and Android.

2. DogLog

“I like to keep things organized.” Photo by Facebook.com/DogLogApp

DogLog helps you organize your best friend’s life in one convenient location. The easy-to-use application stores pet information, tracks long-term health goals, sets reminders for administering medicine, tracks veterinarian appointments, and shares all that information with the people who matter, like family, friends and pet sitters.

DogLog is free on iPhone and Android.

3. Tractive

“They’ll never find me here.… Oh, hello.” Photo by Facebook.com/TractiveCompany

Even a fenced-in backyard won’t prevent Sherlock Bones from sniffing out adventure in the great beyond (your neighbor’s garden). Slip on his GPS pet tracker collar and trace his exact movements on the accompanying Tractive app. Thanks to the integrated virtual fence, you’ll receive a notification if he ventures outside your allocated safe area. The device also offers daily reports on your pup’s activity.

The Tractive GPS Tracker costs $19.99. The app is available for free on iPhone and Android.

4. Pet First Aid App

“The way we eat, you’re going to want to learn the Heimlich!” Photo by @americanredcross

Pet First Aid App from The American Red Cross is a reference guide for pet owners, featuring videos, quizzes and step-by-step advice on emergency preparedness and keeping your pet healthy and safe. Learn techniques that could save your dog’s life when you’re at home or on a trip together.

The Pet First Aid app is free on iPhone and Android.

5. Dogo: Dog & Puppy Training

“Wave, you’re on camera!” Photo by Facebook.com/dogoTrain

The Dogo: Dog & Puppy Training app transforms dog training into an enjoyable and effective experience. Whether you're teaching a puppy their first tricks or refining your older dog's behavior, Dogo has everything you need to raise a happy, well-behaved dog. This app takes the guesswork out of dog training with expertly designed programs that fit every pup's needs. From puppy training basics like potty training to advanced tricks, Dogo offers step-by-step guidance, interactive tools, and dog trainer's expert feedback.

Dogo: Dog & Puppy Training is a free download on iPhone and Android. The subscription service is $9.99 per month or $99 annually.

6. DogHood

“Best friends forever?” Photo by Alvan Nee on Unsplash

Pet lovers know that the people they share their lives with must first meet with Fido’s approval. DogHood is a private social network for you and your pooch to meet awesome pups and “dog-sessed” owners in your local community. Chat all things canine, organize meetups at the dog park and share adorable pics from your personalized profile.

DogHood is free on iPhone and Android.

7. Dog Scanner & Sounds: DogCam

“It sounds like a toy, but it looks like a phone?! I’ll eat it anyway.” Photo by Billy Francis

If you're tired of taking blurry photos of half your pup's face, then DogCam is the app for you. The built-in sounds will grab your dog’s attention and give you the chance to snap the “paw-fect” pic you’ve been craving, so they can finally break the internet with their cuteness. The app also features a scanner so you can snap a pic of your dog and it will predict their breed! DogCam supports over 150 dog breeds and provides details about each one.

Dog Scanner & Sounds: DogCam is free on iPhone and Android.

8. Dog Monitor

What’s Fido getting up to today? Photo by Facebook.com/DogMonitorApp

Keeping an eye on your canine doesn’t have to break the bank. Rather than buying an expensive system, connect your phone and another device to the Dog Monitor App and watch through the built-in camera. The app will transmit footage directly to your phone wherever you have internet access, log your pup’s activities, and give you the chance to speak to your pet remotely. You’ll also know when your dog barks, so you can speak directly to him and calm him down.

Dog Monitor is $6.99 on iPhone and $5.99 on Android.

9. iTrainer Dog Whistle & Clicker

“Where did that noise come from?” Photo by @ShotRAV

Take your dog training to the next level with iTrainer Dog Whistle & Clicker. Bundling a high-frequency dog whistle, 20+ squeaker toy sounds, training clicker and more than 100 animal sound effects into one place, this app will help with training and getting your dog’s attention wherever you are.

iTrainer Dog Whistle & Clicker is free on iPhone.

10. WeRescue: Adopt a Pet Search

Pet adoption made easy. Photo by @werescue.pet

Thinking of adopting a new pet? Find adoptable pets near you and give a rescue pet a fresh start with the WeRescue: Adopt a Pet Search app. Begin your pet adoption journey with WeRescue’s comprehensive search feature. With over 70 filters, easily find adoptable dogs, cats, and more. Whether it's a Pomeranian in Pittsburgh or a calico cat in California, your perfect pet is waiting to be rescued.

WeRescue: Adopt a Pet Search is free on iPhone.

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