Feb 9, 2018 | Research
This randomized controlled trial at an inner city community hospital examined the effect of a robotic pet (cat or dog) on cognition, loneliness, depression, delirium, falls, restraint use, and 1:1 companion use in 160 adults over age 65. The study utilized robotic pets which have an audible heartbeat and interact by purring or barking, turning their heads, opening/closing their eyes, snuggling, wagging their tails, moving their paws, and showing their bellies.
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Sep 9, 2017 | Research
Abstract
Research has previously demonstrated the positive effects of robotic companion pets, but while this is important from a research perspective, their cost renders their widespread use currently unfeasible.
This research seeks to explore the potential of an affordable robot, with a view to making a realistic difference in quality of life for people with dementia and their carers. Early research results involving participants in the community have proved very positive.
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Oct 3, 2016 | Announcements
Today, Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS) is growing the JOY FOR ALL brand with the launch of a new, realistic “pet” designed to bring joy, companionship, and happiness to aging loved ones: the JOY FOR ALL Companion Pet Pup.
