We all wonder how our pets pass the time when we’re not around. Whether you just took the plunge and got a new pet, want to interact with your beloved cat or dog while you are at work, or simply curious as to what your pet does when left alone, a pet camera could be a viable purchase for you.
There are so many options out there, making it hard to choose just one. But fear not, pet owners: to save you time and to make your choice easier, I’ve reviewed five different cameras for your doc, each one with its own price listing, rating, and description.
Here are favorite cameras to watch pets.
Pet Surveillance Cameras Our Top Picks
Petcube interactive wifI
Best Ease of Use
- HD Quality
- Connects to smartphone
- Sleak design
Rated by: Debbie
PetChatz HD Greet & Treat
Best Rated Pet Camera
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- Two-way HD video and audio
- Sound and motion detection
- Cord free
Rated by: Debbie
Dropcam pro
Best Video Quality
- Night vision
- Works on mobile and desktop
- Stores video for 30 days
Rated by: Debbie
PetChatz HD Greet & Treat
Quick Summary
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Rated by: Debbie
The PetChatz HD Greet & Treat is a videophone that is Wi-Fi and Bluetooth enabled. PetChatz.com describes its product as “more than a treat cam. More than a treat dispenser. PetChatz is the only patented system that gives full multi-sensory interaction with your pet while away.”
This has the best of both worlds: two-way HD video and a treat dispenser!
Interestingly enough, this product comes with calming scents to soothe your pet. In addition to 10 scent pads, PetChatz includes a bottle of Calming Essential Oils. The idea of using aromatherapy on pets is not something I’ve ever heard of before. While your pet may not respond to it, it’s a pretty cool feature nonetheless!
PROS
- Two-way HD video and audio
- Sound and motion detection
- Compatible with PetChatz Paw Call, so your pet can call you
CONS
- The mobile app is only available on iOS
- No mention of social sharing directly from the app
Petcube Interactive Wi-Fi Pet Camera
Quick Summary
Rated by: Debbie
The Petcube is an interactive Wi-Fi pet camera with a wide angle lens, allowing users to view live video in HD. This product boasts a sleek design. There is a front-facing black screen equipped with a wide angle camera lens on the top and a LED status indicator on the bottom.
True to its name, the Petcube is about as interactive as it gets. With a quick download of the Petcube Mobile App, you can link your iPhone or Android up to the camera.
I was definitely impressed with the app’s user interface. It is aesthetically pleasing, user-friendly, and easy to navigate. When coupled with the fact that it is free of charge, it is well worth the download
Once I created my account, there were five icons at the bottom of my screen: the Home button, which allows you to see your Recently Played videos and Favorites, a Play button, which allows you to view others’ public Petcube footage, a Feed button, which allows you to post photos and find friends to follow, an Explore button, which allows you to view others’ pet photos, and a Profile button, which allows you to connect your camera to the app and check out your followers.
PROS
- HD video quality
- Two way audio
- Sleek design
CONS
- No video recording when laser is in use, only photo
- Does not dispense treats
- No night vision
Dropcam Pro Wi-Fi Wireless Video Monitoring Security Camera
Quick Summary
Rated by: Debbie
The Dropcam is a wireless video monitoring security camera, and judging by the nearly 2,500 reviews on Amazon, it is extremely popular. With its sleek, black, rounded off design and 60-second setup, this camera has been given a solid 4 stars by customers
With an 8x zoom, 130-degree field of view, and excellent night vision, this product doubles as a camera for pets and a security camera.
You can connect your computer, mobile, or iOS device to the Dropcam, and the Amazon page mentions a 60-second setup
With motion detection abilities and two-way talk, this camera seems to pick up the slack where other dog cameras lack. If you decided against the previous two cameras based on your desire to have those features, the Dropcam may be a viable option for you — as long as you are willing to spend a bit more to get exactly what you are looking for.
PROS
- Night vision
- Links to mobile devices and computers
- Cloud Video Recording allows 30 days of footage
CONS
- Little pricey
- Potential streaming delays
- Monthly recording service fee
Pawbo Wi-Fi Pet Camera
Quick Summary
Rated by: Debbie
Pawbo is an interactive, wireless dog camera and treat dispenser. Don’t be deceived by the pictures — while it may look a little on the larger side, in person, it is actually quite small
If you are looking to share your pet’s cuteness with the world, you can instantly share videos on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram via the Pawbo app
With just the touch of a button, you can dispense treats to your dog or cat. The Pawbo also has a built-in laser toy, which allows you to play with your pet from afar.
For those who work five days a week, this is a great way to ensure your pet is getting play time and exercise while you’re out of the house. It’s perfect for those that want to watch your dog while at work.
PROS
- Fast, convenient, and simple setup
- Treat dispenser and laser toy
- Two-way streaming
CONS
- No night vision
- Small treat tray
- Low quality video
Petzi Treat Cam: Wi-Fi Pet Camera & Treat Dispenser
Quick Summary
Rated by: Debbie
Co-founders David Clark & Simon Milner refer to the Petzi Treat Cam as “a ray of sunshine in your pocket.” An interactive pet camera that boasts a 720p HD wide angle lens and high quality audio, this product has a lot to offer.
Not only will your pet enjoy the camera’s presence, but as an owner, you will enjoy the ability to feed your pet remotely.
This is a really good indoor camera for pets.
The product has four main functions: See, Speak, Snap, and Treat. The “See” option allows you to view your pet via live video, while the “Speak” function allows you to speak to your pet via microphone. With the “Snap” function, you can take adorable photos of your pet playing or sleeping, and like the Petcube, you can share them via social media.
PROS
- Night vision
- Treat dispenser
- Great support team
CONS
- One-way audio
- Treats may jam in dispenser
- Delays in video
Other Popular Considerations
- Live Steam from Anywhere with Pan/Tilt: Sharp and clear 1080p Full HD provides high quality video right in the palm of your hand. Swipe up, down, left and right on your phone to rotate and set your...
- Real-Time Motion/Sound Detection: Get alerts on your smart phone whenever motion or sound is detected even at night (30ft). Enable patrol mode on your home security camera system, to make most use of...
- Smart Actions: As one of the most user-friendly security cameras, EC70 provides you a way to set your lights to turn on when your camera detects motion with Smart Actions, which allow you to create...
- 【Full 2K HD and 355° Pan/Tilt】: The Armorcope pet camera provides 8X optical zoom, 2K HD crystal clear smooth live video with 355° horizontal and 100° vertical rotation range, covering every...
- 【Smart Motion Detection Alarm and Auto Tracking】: This indoor pet camera with phone app supports Dog and human detection, when motion is detected, the app will send you a notification, just open...
- 【MagicPix Night Vision & Two-way Audio】: Even in deep dark, the magicpix night vision let you watch your pet clearly.The pet cam built-in microphone & speaker, allowing you to keep in touch with...
- 【Motion Record Absolute Protection for Your Family】: This indoor wifi camera for home security,features in IR-CUT function to capture real-time crisp videos and photos from day to night, advanced...
- 【Optional Cloud & Local SD Storage】: Financial encryption video storage technology enables the security camera to keep a private recording in the cloud (Free 3-days vidoes cycle), meanwhile you...
- [Crystal 2K Resolution & 360° Monitoring] Cinnado indoor security camera provides super clear 2K FHD live stream which allows you to monitor your pets or babies in clear details. With pan and tilt...
- [Smart Motion Detection & Push Notifications] This home security camera is equipped with Siren and motion sensor, whether you are at home or not, you can receive an instant alert message on your phone...
- [Smooth 2-Way Audio & Multiple Users] Cinnado cameras for home security indoor have a built-in microphone and speaker that allows you to talk to your family and pets through the App. Even if you are...
- [Optional Cloud & 24/7 continuous Recording] This indoor security camera supports SD card storage and cloud storage. Continuous recording can be realized by installing an SD card(Up to 128GB of...
- [Work with Alexa & Easy to Set Up] The indoor camera is compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant. Pair the Cinnado wifi camera with Alexa or Google Assistant, then use a simple voice command to ask...
- Monitor the inside of your home day and night with our 1080P HD indoor plug-in smart security camera with motion detection and two-way audio.
- See, hear, and speak to people and pets in your home from your smartphone with Blink Mini’s live view and two-way audio.
- Get alerts on your smartphone whenever motion is detected or customize motion detection zones so you can see what matters most.
- Use Mini as an indoor plug-in chime for Blink Video Doorbell. Hear a real-time alert from Mini when someone presses your Video Doorbell.
- Choose to save and share clips with a free 30-day trial of the Blink Subscription Plan or locally with the Sync Module 2 (sold separately).
- 【2K Full HD and Advanced Night Vision】Equipped with 2304 x 1296 Mega Pixels and a high-tech optic lens, the Litokam indoor camera can provide clearer picture quality and capture more detail....
- 【Human Motion Detection & Real Time Alerts】Litokam indoor security camera can reduce false alarms with a human filtering function and receive instant alerts on your phone when motion is detected....
- 【2-Way Audio & Compatible with Alexa】Effortlessly integrate the Litokam baby monitor with cry detection into your smart home system. Communicate with your family, kids, and pets anytime, anywhere...
- 【Double Storage & Encrypted Local Record】Save videos up to 128GB on a Micro SD card (not included) or cloud storage (7-day trial). 24/7 local recording ensures you never miss a moment, and keep an...
- 【Multi-users & Multiple View】This pet camera with phone app supports no limit users to view simultaneously on iPhone and Android phones. You could share your indoor camera with friends and family...
- Pan/Tilt - The 360° horizontal range and 114° vertical range allow you to keep an eye on a wider field of view.
- High-Definition Video - The C200 captures every detail in crystal-clear 1080p. See what’s happening 24/7 and make sure your kids and house are safe.
- Advanced Night Vision - Sleep with peace of mind knowing that Tapo is keeping watch over your home and your little ones even at night. Advanced infrared night vision lets Tapo see in low light...
- Motion Detection and Notifications - Protect your family and home by stationing a camera near the entrance of your home, garage, or basement. Get notifications on your phone when your camera detects...
- Local Storage - Your recordings are stored locally on a Micro SD card to cut down on expenses like monthly fees for cloud storage. C200 supports up to 128 GB Micro SD cards (384 hours/16 days of...
- 【2K Resolution & Color Night Vision】This 2K security camera indoor is designed for indoors and outdoors. You can install the home security system indoors and outdoors in the kitchen, living room,...
- 【Two-way Talk & Motion Detection】The dog camera is equipped with a noise-canceling microphone and speaker. You can have a remote talk with family, pet or unexpected visitor on the wifi camera...
- 【IP65 Waterproof & Easy to install】The outdoor cameras for home security, which have an IP65 waterproof design, so in any weather, there is no need to worry about the outdoor cameras being...
- 【24/7 SD Card Storage & Optional Cloud】With this pet camera indoor, you can save your videos to a TF card up to 128GB (not included) for 24/7 continuous recording, ensuring that you can play back...
- 【Work with Alexa & Google Home】The cameras for home security 2 pack, which can also work with Alexa and Google assistant. If you have Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant at home, you can connect the...
- 【Smart Indoor Camera & Gift for New Mom】Indoor security cameras are easily plugged in, connect it to 2.4GHz wifi, and use the baby monitor with wifi home camera and audio view your baby having...
- 【2K Live Steam from Anywhere】Home security cameras with super clear 2K FHD provide high-quality video right in the palm of your hand. Swipe up, down, left, and right on your phone to rotate and...
- 【Smart Tracking & Human Detection】Mubview indoor security cameras for home automatically track the motion if it detects motion. When motion is detected, the Mubview App will send you a real-time...
- 【24/7 Remote Monitoring & Two-way Audio & Wired】This smart indoor security camera is wired with a length of 67 inches/1.7 meters. Set the indoor security camera wherever you want to get the best...
- 【Enhanced Mubview App & Truly Risk-free Purchase】Live viewing four pet cameras with phone app simultaneously on the App. All your footage is kept private and secure. You can choose to save videos...
- 24/7 2K Live Stream from Anywhere & Color Night Vision: This pan/tilt security camera comes with 2K FHD quality video and images. You can access a live view of anything you care about or recorded...
- AI Recognition Motion Detection & Smart Instant Alerts: This indoor camera for home security features advanced smart AI motion detection without any subscription. It can clearly track and recognize...
- Two-Way Audio & One-Click Call: The home security cameras comes with a built-in microphone and speaker, supporting real-time, two-way audio calls. You can communicate in real-time with your family,...
- Smart Pan/Tilt Rotation, 360°Coverage: This pet/baby monitor features smart 355°horizontal and 90°vertical rotation for complete 360°coverage, allowing it to track people and pets and capture...
- Cloud/TF and Free 3-Day Cycle Cloud Storage: This dog camera supports cloud and TF card (maximum 128GB) storage and provides free rolling 3-day cycled cloud storage, allowing you to enjoy storage...
- STAY CONNECTED: Keep your dog safe and secure when you’re not at home with the new Furbo 360° Dog Camera - Premium Safety Package. Record and save your dog’s most precious moments with rotating...
- PAID SUBSCRIPTION REQUIRED: An additional paid subscription is required with this model with plans starting at $6.99/mo (3-month minimum, cancel anytime after). Monthly, yearly, or 2-year plans...
- HOME SECURITY, MADE SIMPLE: Advanced Barking Alerts, Home Emergency Alerts (like CO/ Smoke, Glass Breaking, and Person Alerts) keep you informed of important events happening at home.
- ENTERTAIN AND TRAIN: Treat tossing helps to keep your dog entertained while you're away. Fill Furbo with your dog's favorite snacks and use the app to toss treats, adjust treat size, schedule treats...
- EASY SETUP, SECURE CONNECTION: 1) Plug in the power cord. 2) Place the Furbo within 5 ft of your WiFi router. 3) Download the Furbo app 4) Connect to your home WiFi 2.4GHz network (does not support...
Factors To Consider When Buying A Pet Camera
Before you make the investment for a new camera to watch your pet, you need to determine what is important to you.
Do you require night vision? Do you want to give your pet a treat? Do you want see them and them to see you?
Reviews
I hope that I have given you enough information to make your decision. But it would not hurt to do a quick look of the reviews on the Amazon product page. Make sure to check for “Verified Purchase” since those customers actually purchased the product.
When looking at the reviews, I recommend checking out a mix of reviews. Reading comments that are all negative or all positive will make you lean that way.
Additional features
If you just want a basic camera to watch your dog, then that’s perfectly fine. But some owners will want to do more such as giving their pet a treat, or recording the video to watch it later.
Additional features do add to the cost, but some of them are incredibly worth it.
One of my favorite features is dispensing treats. It can be very useful in training your dog to come to the video camera.
Product support
This one probably shouldn’t be the biggest factor in your purchase decision. However, if you can’t set up your new camera and need help, then you want to know that you can call the support team to help.
Price
Since you’re researching for a new pet camera for your dog or cat, you probably have a budget in mind. This will be a bit of an investment.
You can easily get something that is cheap. But a cheap product won’t usually last a long time and it won’t have great additional benefits.
Expect to pay at least a couple hundred dollars for a good quality pet camera. You will be happy you didn’t cheap out.
Verdict
Hailed as the best camera for your pet in 2024, the PetChatz HD Greet & Treat camera is both affordable and effective. The base model will allow you to interact with your pet in a fun way. I definitely recommend this to all of my friends.
Overall
I hope that I was able to help you in your search for the best camera to see your dog. If there was something I could have included to make your search easier, please don’t hesitate to let me know.
Last update on 2024-11-12 . Images from Amazon Product Advertising API. As an Amazon Associate, I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.