robotic pet
Battery-powered synthetic companion
A robotic pet is a mechanical or electronic device designed to simulate a living animal companion.
These range from simple motorized toys to sophisticated machines with sensors and AI that respond to touch and voice.
Robotic pets offer companionship without the demands of feeding, grooming, or veterinary care: The nursing home introduced robotic pets for residents with dementia.
They blur the line between toy and companion animal.
- mechanicalOperated by machinery
- companionOne who keeps company
- emotional supportCompassionate help during distress
- artificialMade, not natural
- artificial intelligenceMachines mimicking human thought
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- Electronic ToysFurby, Tamagotchi, Digimon, Teddy Ruxpin, talking doll
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