“AI-Driven SMART K9 CARE SYSTEM” – A Comprehensive System for Reducing Canine Anxiety During Owner Absence
The Smart K9 Care System is an innovative solution designed to support the emotional, physical, and behavioral needs of dogs, especially when their owners are away. Combining advanced technologies like IoT devices, machine learning, and real-time data monitoring, the system offers a holistic approach to canine care. It includes a heart rate monitor, activity tracker, smart treat dispenser, and a safety mechanism that tracks the dog's location. These components detect anxiety by analyzing data from a smart belt with sensors monitoring heart rate, movement, and other vital signs. The heart rate and activity trackers provide continuous insights into the dog's physiological and movement patterns. The smart treat dispenser comforts anxious dogs with personalized feeding schedules, calming scents, and playback of the owner's voice, while the safety mechanism secures the environment, preventing escapes and accidental ingestion of harmful substances. This data is processed through machine learning models to predict anxiety levels, enabling timely interventions via a mobile app. Tested in various conditions, the system has proven reliable and adaptable, enhancing the quality of life for dogs and supporting owners in managing their pets' well-being.
Authors
- Narmada Gamage (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0002-8718-5054)
- Dinithi Pandithage
- Isuru Udayanga
- Maleesha Karunathilaka
- Sandali Rathnayaka
- Ashan Uthpala
Institutions
- Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (LK)
Publication Details
- Published
- 2024-12-12
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1109/icac64487.2024.10851105
- Primary Topic
- Human-Animal Interaction Studies
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
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