Apps for Dogs and Cats and the People Who Love Them

If you’re like, well, pretty much everyone out there, you probably have a few dozen apps on your smartphone or tablet. These might include step-counting fitness apps or apps to help you source the best sushi nationwide. So, it is no wonder why, given how many of us are also pet owners, apps for cats, dogs, and other pets are becoming more common.

But, when it comes to pet apps, figuring out the ones that are most useful or entertaining can be a time consuming endeavor.

That’s why we at Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital want to share some of our favorites.

10 Best Apps for Cats, Dogs, and Pet Owners

1. ASPCA’s Petoxins App – Petoxins helps protect your pet no matter where you happen to be with an easy-to-access database of toxic substances, foods, and plants to avoid.
2. MapMyDogWalk – If physical fitness for you and Fido is high on your list of New Year’s resolutions, this app is a must have to help keep your motivation going. Not only can you track your workout routes, you can also keep tabs on miles walked and calories burned.
3. DoggyDatez – You and your dog can make new friends with this social media app for dog lovers who love to socialize. Doggydatez lets you search out local pet guardians based on a range of criteria – from pet owner info to dog breed.
4. BringFido – Travel with your pet with confidence, style, and comfort – this app lets you search for pet friendly lodging, dining, parks, and other attractions across the globe.
5. Cat Fishing 2 – Beat the boredom blues for your indoor kitty with this entertaining app. You cat will be determined to catch these colorful (and delicious looking) koi swimming across the iPad.
6. Tagg – The Pet Tracker – This GPS device and corresponding app helps you keep tabs on your best four-legged, even when traveling or at the office. While it provides additional security for the pet who likes to get loose, it also allows you to monitor how much exercise your pet is getting while you are away.
7. SlimDoggy – If your dog has been battling the bulge or you are simply concerned with maintaining his or her healthy weight, this app is for you. SlimDoggy allows you to track calories consumed and burned, as well as takes the guess work out of mealtime portions.
8. Puppy Coach 101 – Struggling with those formative puppy years? Trying to protect your new presents from being chewed up? This app comes to the rescue with training tips and videos for the frustrated puppy parent.
9. The Red Cross Pet First Aid App – This indispensable app provides you with plenty of instructional videos, articles, and step-by-step guidance on what to do in the event of a pet emergency.
10. VitusVet – Confidently keep track of your pet’s appointments, medications, weight, and other important details so vital to your pet’s health. With this app, you will never forget your pet’s vaccination schedule or skip a morning medication dosage.

We hope you find some of these pet focused apps to be helpful in creating a healthy and active lifestyle for your fur friend.

Let us know what some of your favorite pet apps are.