If you're a devoted pawrent who has to spend a lot of time away from home, you might worry about whether your furbaby is happy while you’re gone. The easiest way to find out: use your Furbo to check for common signs of happiness! What should you look for and what should you do if you spot signs of discontent instead? Here are our pro tips!
Signs You Have a Happy Pet
Just like humans, pets communicate their emotions in many ways, some subtler than others. Here are some ways to tell whether your canine or feline furbaby is feeling happy!
What Does a Happy Dog Look Like? 🐶
Your dog’s exact expressions of happiness will vary depending on breed, age, and individual personality. Remember, you know your precious pup better than anyone! That said, you can look for important behaviors that all dogs are likely to display.
Squirmy as HECK
Broad, loose tail wags from left to right are a sign of a very happy dog! Your pup’s whole body might even wiggle with delight. To spot some extra-enthusiastic wagging, keep an eye out for Dog Activity Alerts from your Furbo!
Drools for Dayz with Delight
Dogs smile to show happiness, just like humans! A lolling tongue, relaxed facial muscles, and a soft gaze with frequent blinking are also good signs. If your dog is feeling especially curious about something exciting, they’ll even tilt their head or raise their eyebrows. Capture all the nuances of their expressions with your Furbo’s 1080 Full HD camera!
Zoomies ⚡
It’s easy to spot these quick bursts of energy! Don’t confuse them with anxiety-fueled pacing, though; always check for wagging tails and happy expressions. Your Furbo’s Cloud Recording feature automatically detects and creates high-definition footage of sudden movement, so you’ll be able to examine all the details of your pupper’s zooming session. And the Rotating 360° View and Auto Dog Tracking functionality make sure they don’t zoom right out of frame!
Healthy lifestyle
Dogs who live in happy environments have a strong appetite, plenty of energy, and regular sleeping patterns. Furbo Dog Nanny lovingly curates Doggie Diary clips, so you can find out whether your furry friend is eating and sleeping on schedule throughout the day.
Floppy, I Love You Ears
When dogs are happy, their ears rest in a neutral position, or prick forward to show alert curiosity. Keep an eye out for tightly pulled-back ears, which could indicate fear, stress, or sadness.
Your Furbo 360° Dog Camera is here to help you find out whether your dog is happy when you aren’t home. Check on your beloved pup throughout the day, or use Furbo Dog Nanny to automatically see all the highlights, with Dog Activity Alerts, Cloud Recordings of important moments, and Doggie Diary footage.
What Does a Happy Cat Look Like? 🐱
Happy cats are dynamic, engaged, imaginative, and most of all – hilarious. Just like their displays of affection, their love of life is sometimes subtler than dogs’. But in a truly happy cat, the signs are unmistakable.
Chatty Katty
Cats express joy and contentment using a variety of noises like high-pitched meows, soft “prrt” sounds, purring, or clicking. Clicking is particularly common if your kat kat sees a bird. Use your Furbo 360° Cat Camera’s high-quality microphone and built-in speaker to listen in on all the hunting and name-calling fun. You can also listen for any signs of distress like howling or yowling with Meowing Alerts.
Cat on Patrol
Confident, happy cats hold their tails straight up, sometimes with a slight crook at the end. If your kitty gets especially excited, their tail might even vibrate slightly! When your cat is relaxed or interested, the tail may swing to and fro.
Routine Spa Visits
Happy cats are clean cats, and they love to groom themselves. Manicures, pedicures, cleaning out the eye crusties and the ear wax – those are all signs your cat is having a spa day! While it’s normal for your cat to clean themselves regularly, particularly after meals and naps, watch out for excessive grooming, as evidenced by bald patches or frequent hairballs. That can indicate anxiety or health problems.
Playfulness and Curiosity
Did you leave a shopping bag or new item behind? Your cat will be sure to take your absence as an opportunity to investigate. But you can watch the show on your Furbo 360° Cat Camera and they’ll have no idea! If you’re away at night, one of the surest signs of a happy cat is when they drag “victims'' – various toys, towels, t-shirts – across the house randomly or directly to their hidden lair. Catch all the mischief using Auto Cat Tracking and Color Night Vision.
Frequently Passed Out – in a Good Way
It’s difficult to sleep when you’re stressed. The same is true for cats. When cats feel especially happy and relaxed, they expose their bellies, tuck their paws under their bodies, or gently swish their tails while they sleep.
Want to check in on your sleeping beauty during the day? The new Furbo Cat Nanny subscription service features AI-powered Smart Alerts tailored to cats’ unique needs, so you can see all the subtle details of your precious pet’s behavior.
How to Make Your Pet Happier
So, what should you do if your pet doesn't seem totally happy? Here are 5 tips to improve your furbaby’s life, even if you’re out all day:
- Provide food and fresh water in multiple easy-to-access locations. Animals are very particular about their feng shui, so use your Furbo to see which snacking spot is their favorite!
- Create a comfortable environment with a regulated temperature, cozy places to sleep, and clean training pads or litter.
- Play with your pet before you leave, to channel excess energy and encourage napping. Rushing out the door? With Furbo’s Treat Tossing feature and cat-friendly Feather Wand Toy, you can fit in some playtime even when you’re not home!
- Keep your pet busy by supplying safe toys or enrichment activities.
- Provide soothing, ambient sounds like white noise or quiet music, to reduce any anxiety.
With the Furbo 360° Dog Camera or Furbo 360° Cat Camera, you’ll never have to wonder how your pet is doing while you’re not home. And if you spot any signs of unhappiness or discontent, you can step in right away: reassure your beloved furbaby via Real-Time 2-Way Audio, or use the Treat Tossing feature to send them a mood-boosting snack!
Your furry friends deserve the happiest, healthiest lives you can possibly give them. Grab a Furbo to ensure your pet is living their best life ever! 🐾
☝️Remember! One Furbo = $1 to Help Rescued Pets. Every purchase helps improve the well-being of rescued pets by providing meals, shelter, training, and more! Learn more.
