JOY FOR ALL Ageless Innovation | Companion Pets | Orange Tabby Cat | Lifelike & Realistic, 1 Count (Pack of 1), B7592



| Dimensions: | 22.91 x 38.71 x 25.7 cm; 1.77 Kilograms |
| Model: | A7592 |
| Material: | Polyester |
| Colour: | Orange Tabby Cat |
| Pack Quantity: | 2 |
| Batteries Required: | Yes |
| Batteries Included: | Yes |
| Age: | 5 years and up |
| Assembly: | No |
| Colour: | Orange Tabby Cat |
| Dimensions: | 22.91 x 38.71 x 25.7 cm; 1.77 Kilograms |
| Material: | Polyester |
| Quantity: | 2 |
Like how it looks and the hair feels like the real thing.. my wife fell in love with it and is going to give it to someone at the Nursing Home she works at to brighten someone’s day!
Like how it looks and the hair feels like the real thing.. my wife fell in love with it and is going to give it to someone at the Nursing Home she works at to brighten someone’s day!
My daughter loves it. Was a birthday gift for her. Took it to school and her classmates loved it as well
My daughter loves it. Was a birthday gift for her. Took it to school and her classmates loved it as well
Bought this for an elderly friend and she absolutely loves her kitty. So much so she has put it in her Will so that I receive it and take care of it.
Bought this for an elderly friend and she absolutely loves her kitty. So much so she has put it in her Will so that I receive it and take care of it.
After my dad had to put his cat down, he was really heartbroken. Because of his age, he decided not to adopt another cat, but opted for this little guy. He really loves this kitty. Very realistic movements and sounds. He can’t help smiling!
Bought this for a relative with dementia. She loves cats. Great interactive soft kitty. Our cats thought it was real. Very nice produc
Bought this for a relative with dementia. She loves cats. Great interactive soft kitty. Our cats thought it was real. Very nice produc
I gave this as a gift , and the person I gave it too was very happy and suprised with everything that it did … It was really a great gift . It exceeded expectations.
I bought this as a gift for my mother in law who has dementia and is in a nursing home. I think it amused everyone else more than her. The on /off switch is difficult to find. I think it would be great for a senior who is an animal lover- but it’s very expensive- so know your audience.
Amusing
My 87 year old sister-in-law loves hers. I will give this one to a great granddaughter.
Her mother may need to help her at first but then she is a smart girl.
I gave this to my mother with dementia last night, she laughed and giggled like a little girl. She loves it, talks to it like its real, keeps it with her 24/7.
I gave this to my mother with dementia last night, she laughed and giggled like a little girl. She loves it, talks to it like its real, keeps it with her 24/7.
Really like this, but it had a clicking when the head moved. Like the continuous purring and the vibration in the cat to give them more realistic feel.
Really like this, but it had a clicking when the head moved. Like the continuous purring and the vibration in the cat to give them more realistic feel.
Bin sehr zufrieden 👍👍👍👍👍
Meine Mutter ist in Altenheim hat ihre Katze Pauli ist verstorben,und diese Katze ist so echt schaut aus wie ihre Katze ,wir haben so eine Freude kann ich nur weiter empfehlen super auch fr Demenz Kranke wirklich eine tolle Katze
I really did not think this would work, but this is my grandma’s new favorite activity - just petting her kitty. She has never had a cat or lap dog but still took to this instantly. She cannot read, do puzzles, or draw but this is just the right amount of activity to soothe her mind. Recommend 1000 times over.
I really did not think this would work, but this is my grandma’s new favorite activity – just petting her kitty. She has never had a cat or lap dog but still took to this instantly. She cannot read, do puzzles, or draw but this is just the right amount of activity to soothe her mind. Recommend 1000 times over.
We gave the Orange Tabby cat to my elderly mother a few weeks after her 17-year old cat died. She is a widow and lives alone, thus felt lonely after the passing of her beloved cat.
My sister, husband and I felt this may be perfect gift to lift her spirits and become a welcome companion.
Her first reaction was surprise and curiosity. Followed by telling me, “That thing is weird.” Well, I am happy to say she loves that cat now! She brushes “his” (her cat was male) hair a few times a day, cuddles with him, and he sleeps with her every night. She also talks to him and has named him. Highly recommend for a widow or widower who may not be able to care for a live pet.
Loved that this cat seems so real with the way it purrs, turns it’s head, opens and closes and opens its eyes. It even rolls part way over. My mom has dementia and sometimes this cat is the only thing that can reach her. She loves it! Brushing it’s fur she talks to it and it talks back!
It does make a little noise when it turns it’s head but not anything that detracts from it and mom doesn’t notice at all. She absolutely loves it!
My mom has vascular dementia and finally her care got to be too much for us and we had to put her in a nursing home where she could get some round the clock care. She’s always loved cats but they’re not allowed in the home. My wife found this cat and suggested we get it. I was skeptical, especially considering the price. But we got it and brought it to my Mom. She just instantly lit up and spent the whole visit talking to her and petting her. She thinks the cat is real and she loves it! It purrs, shakes it’s ears, lifts its paw, and meows. I can’t thank you enough for how much of a difference it’s made. It was well worth the money as long as it lasts for awhile. We’ve only had it a week so I can’t vouch for that. But if you have an elderly pet lover you won’t regret getting this cat.
Purchased for my mother-in-law since she missed her cat so much and we cannot have a real one in our house with 4 dogs. She really enjoys it. The coat is smooth and it reacts to motion when she enters her room. It is a bit clunky with the movements and you can hear the clicking sound when it rolls on its side. The price is a bit much for what it is.
Purchased for my mother-in-law since she missed her cat so much and we cannot have a real one in our house with 4 dogs. She really enjoys it. The coat is smooth and it reacts to motion when she enters her room. It is a bit clunky with the movements and you can hear the clicking sound when it rolls on its side. The price is a bit much for what it is.
when I unpacked this cat I was sooo disappointed. it wasn’t realistic at all. the movements are jerky, the meow is mechanical, the purr isn’t right, the head jerks while it’s purring, the fur didn’t feel right and it just didn’t feel right over all. so much so that I didn’t give my husband his mechanical cat. I still don’t think he would like it. I didn’t think I would get to like it but I sort of do. but I haven’t turned it on since the first time. that jerky head movement is a bit disturbing. no, I didn’t drop it, it was jerky right out of the box. unfortunately the box is gone, so I’ll keep it.
who has Alzheimer’s disease. She takes it everywhere ! Amazing 🥰
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Love this item, it helps with the loss of my cat but doesn’t replace him .
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I bought this cat for my husband who has dementia. He loves it and it seems to calm him. It has been worth every penny
This has been used as a therapy cat for my mothers .
Batteries expensive, although it is adored by my mum, it could have been cheaper because its a therapy cat.
Worth it’s weight in gold ,my Mum has fallen in love with him named him Fudge.Tha difference in her is amazing .We bought it for her 100th Birthday this month .
Worth it’s weight in gold ,my Mum has fallen in love with him named him Fudge.Tha difference in her is amazing .We bought it for her 100th Birthday this month .
Shame about rickety neck motion. Not smooth
Tried to get a response before in case ots faulty
A most beautiful kitty
I live alone and no longer have a cat or dog living in my apartment. It felt very strange not to have any animal to pet when I returned home. This black and white cat gives me pleasure when I see it and pet it and watch it respond.
Such a great companio
I don’t usually write reviews but bought this for my 89 yo mother in law who lives alone but has daily help and meals. I wasn’t sure but she absolutely loves it, strokes it, talks to it, talks about it as though it’s real. She doesn’t have dementia but gets very forgetful and wouldn’t be able to look after a real cat. She knows that it takes batteries but says she’s sure there’s a little bit of real cat personality in there as it’s such good company for her and always talks to her. So glad I bought it.
Good looking and good company
We love this cat,can’t have one live too near the road. Visitors think she’s real
Lovely for mum
My mum lost her dog a few months ago and at 93 she doesn’t want to get another one but missed talking to her past loving friend.so saw this dog in the paper that in Wales are given theses to older people that live on there own or loss dogs so got in contact with them unfortunately they are only given out in Wales but they did put me on to the link in Amazon which I bought ,mum is over the moon with it she talks to it and sat new year’s eve with it on her knee ( which I must say brought a tear to my eyes ) so loves him even given him a name it’s just so each day she has something to talk to ,as living on her own she loves it .it barks wags its tail and moves it head .
Only thing is it body is hard but make one like this but soft to the touch would be brillia
My daughter lives he
I wish these were cheaper i work in a hospital and would love to get some but on 10 and hour would take me for eve
Does what it says
I bought this for my mum who has dementia she absolutely loves her she’s called her poppy
Made my husband happy
The dog was brilliant for my husband who has dementia. He spoke to me and laughed more than usual
Very good quality item
Lovely interactive ‘puppy’ for adults with learning disabilities or dementia. Responds well to voice and touch.
Realistic.
The product was bought for someone suffering with alzheimers, it is now their permanent companion, it is a great comforter.
Cuddly, cute companion.
My son is in late stage Huntington’s Disease and can no longer walk or talk. We always had labs and got him this for Christmas. Wasn’t sure if he’d take to it, but he really has. His name is Bovver, and he is always there for my son.
The company were fantastic too and gave us support when we needed it.
A great support for those with difficulties. Highly recommend them.
Bought for an Autistic Son aged 50 with anxiety issues.
The I interactive Robotic Dog, was purchased for my 50 year old Autistic Son, who has anxiety and anger issues for which he is having counselling.
The dog has calmed him considerably, he is a different person.bought in July 2021. The voice recently stopped working, I reported it to Amazon, a replacement was sent out and arrived the following day.
The Amazon return procedure was easy. Batteries last about a month left on 24/7.
It is certainly value for money.
It makes Mum happy so well worth the money
I was really unsure about getting this for my Mum due to the price. She doesn’t have dementia but is lonely in her care home at times.
She loves it and although fully understands it’s not real loves the fact it moves, miaows and purrs (quite adorably actually).
It seems to give her a great deal of comfort and she thinks it’s very clever.
The body feels quite solid but quite similar to a real cat.
Very good idea and I’m so glad I risked it.
Good quality
I bought this for my 95 year old dad. He loves it, it purrs, mewos and moves it paw up and down.
Amazing purchase for a dementia suffere
My dad is late stage dementia and since having this amazing dog my dad has calmed and sits and it so gentle with him he calls him his mate. I would recommend this dog it is worth every penny
Excellent products
Actually have the dog but has made such an impact on mams world. Mam has dementia and this little dog is her sole mate.
Great product batteries last well
Provides great comfo
Bought for my elderly Alzheimer’s suffering mother. Although she cannot communicate with us this obviously gives her great comfort. Controls for on/off, sound etc a bit hard to access.
Provides great comfo
Bought for my elderly Alzheimer’s suffering mother. Although she cannot communicate with us this obviously gives her great comfort. Controls for on/off, sound etc a bit hard to access.
Amazing !
Bought this for my 91 year old dad who moved into a care home earlier this year. The thing he’s missed more than anything was his dog. Even when I took her to visit him he would get upset when we left. Must admit I was abit sceptical how dad, who has dementia would respond to the ‘fake’ dog but he absolutely LOVES it ! He was talking to it, stroking it and was so happy when I said she could stay with him. This has really made a difference to him and his well-being and I can’t thank you enough for making such a wonderful product !
Amazing !
Bought this for my 91 year old dad who moved into a care home earlier this year. The thing he’s missed more than anything was his dog. Even when I took her to visit him he would get upset when we left. Must admit I was abit sceptical how dad, who has dementia would respond to the ‘fake’ dog but he absolutely LOVES it ! He was talking to it, stroking it and was so happy when I said she could stay with him. This has really made a difference to him and his well-being and I can’t thank you enough for making such a wonderful product !
Exceeded expectations
Brought this to help keep very elderly mother in law calm, she now won’t go anywhere without it, the original batteries are still working well after nearly 5 weeks constant use, it keeps her company all day and helps her to settle into sleep at night, her insomnia has almost completely disappeared and at 97 with chronic short term memory loss and terminal cancer, talking to the dog and stroking it has also alleviated a great deal of her pain and improved her appetite, I would recommend this dog for all elderly and lonely people, it really does help in every way possible
90 Year Old Mum Loves It.
Mum broke her hip and had to go into a Nursing Home leaving her real cat behind (don’t panic I’m looking after it!). She was devastated and couldn’t stop talking about going home to her cat although she cannot walk.
As soon as I gave her this she was captivated, immediately christening it with the same name as her real cat. She chats away to it and is thrilled that it ‘talks’ back to her. So far it’s been a brilliant purchase but I’m not looking forward to having to ‘take it to the vet’ when the batteries run out!
Almost Real!
The first one arrived promptly but was faulty and the second arrived two days after I began the return process! The second was perfect and uncannily life-like. There is a mechanical whirring but it’s not annoying and is soon overlooked, we found. My Mother has dementia so as soon as I can see her again, I’ll give this to her and I have high hopes that she’s going to love it. Thankfully, the box makes no mention of dementia or of living in a care home, so her feelings won’t be hurt. The loud purr can be felt and the eyes look real plus the cat chirrups and meows after a time of being untouched, so that will remind Mum of its presence, I think. The only improvement I would suggest is that they work on the mechanism being quieter but maybe they’re already working on that? Excellent service, though.
Almost Real!
The first one arrived promptly but was faulty and the second arrived two days after I began the return process! The second was perfect and uncannily life-like. There is a mechanical whirring but it’s not annoying and is soon overlooked, we found. My Mother has dementia so as soon as I can see her again, I’ll give this to her and I have high hopes that she’s going to love it. Thankfully, the box makes no mention of dementia or of living in a care home, so her feelings won’t be hurt. The loud purr can be felt and the eyes look real plus the cat chirrups and meows after a time of being untouched, so that will remind Mum of its presence, I think. The only improvement I would suggest is that they work on the mechanism being quieter but maybe they’re already working on that? Excellent service, though.
very appealing and soothing
Bought for a non-verbal teenager with SEND, including sensory needs. He loved it instantly and has enjoyed combing and cuddling the cat. The purring vibrations are soothing, especially when he puts his feet on the cat!
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Our mam has Alzheimer’s and we were very unsure how she was going to react to her new cat But we really shouldn’t have
as she immediately fell in love and if we are all honest “fluff” gets all the attention and we wouldn’t want it any other way she really is a companion of joy
Companion ca
This cat was bought for my friend who has vascular dementia. She fell in love with it immediately, discarding the teddy she has been carrying around for the last year.
Staff at her home say that this is now her constant companion and provides an encouraging response to her petting and talking to it.
This shows no signs of needing new batteries after a week of constant use.
Perfect companion 🙌🙌
This was gifted to a family friend who has recently lost her dog. She lives alone & has memory issues & her new friend Buddy has made the perfect companion. She adores him
Converted Sceptic
I bought this for an elderly relative who has been so lonely during the pandemic and who now has Alzheimers. She has always been hard to please with gifts and I was certain that this would be politely received then set aside but I have never seen her so delighted with anything. She absolutely loves it. Worth every penny.
Keep stroking it to keep it going
I bought it for my Mum who’s got dementia. But I liked it so much I might even buy one for myself.
Granddaughter loves this!
Great product and properly interactive. No chasing around the house, but turns towards voice and appears to pay attention when being spoken to or fussed. Has a mute setting but we don’t use it. Is not too noisy.
amazing my sister lovesick
excellent product my sister in nursing home misses cat this is the answer not sure how long batteries last as recently got well worth i
Granddaughter loves this!
Great product and properly interactive. No chasing around the house, but turns towards voice and appears to pay attention when being spoken to or fussed. Has a mute setting but we don’t use it. Is not too noisy.
A very lifelike ‘companion’ for anyone wanting a pet without all the hassle and cost of owning a real one. This puss does a lot of things that real cats do such as: washing his paw, rolling over for tummy rubs, turning his head and twitching his ears, as well as blinking his lifelike eyes at you. He sighs as he’s falling asleep and upon waking up again. He has several different meows which are all very endearing, including the most realistic purr which vibrates through his fur like a real feline; all in response to petting or movement and changes of light. RoboCat will even call you vocally with a series of trills and meows in the middle of the night, if you leave him switched on! He seems to be on some kind of long timer. However, there is a Mute or Off switch if desired.
The slight whirring of the servos is minimal and doesn’t detract from the realism that a toy of this sophistication brings. I find him quite comical actually, he really is a very entertaining pet.
The body is unique in that you can feel an inner ‘skeleton’ similar to a real cat, underneath all that fur, which extends throughout the entire body, the limbs and down to the paws. The weight is similar to a real cat and it’s soft in all the right places; it certainly doesn’t feel like a ‘brick’ as one reviewer described it. Even the tail, which someone said is merely two strips of fabric sewn together, isn’t as bad as that. Yes, it’s not stuffed but any filler would make it too stiff and the fur and fabric used give it enough substance to feel like a proper cat’s tail. It’s also designed to drape nicely and tapers at the end so it hangs convincingly.
The fur is quality and dyed to mimic a real cat’s markings and it’s very fine textured and soft feeling with a nice length. I would advise brushing it often, with the specific brush provided, to preserve the fine appearance; don’t use a normal hair brush which tends to pull out the fluff. Someone thought the fur so realistic they were worried it might be real but the label clearly says it’s polyester. The battery housing is well hidden beneath the label on its underside and secured with velcro and it’s not difficult to open.
I’m impressed with this robotic cat and think the Company have excelled themselves in providing a realistic, highly interactive toy at an affordable price. I will end by sharing some of the attention to detail I particularly like, one of which is his little mouth – a true red colour which includes a pink tongue and two little white pointy teeth! The eyes have proper eyelids and are a nice cat-like shape and emerald green. The little pads on its paws, though made from hard plastic (the only downside as they could have made them from a softer material such as rubber or leather) however, are proper pad-like and the correct pinky colour. It’s two floppy back legs are jointed and can be moved back and forth, as can its front paws. The ears are the right shape and realistic looking even on the inside, the whiskers are long and real feeling and the cat doesn’t need to be constantly petted to emit movement and sound on its own. It’s the proper size, weight and feel of an adult cat.
In my opinion there is much attention to detail that as a real cat owner in the past, I can vouch for how funny, endearing and lifelike “Joy For All” cat really is. Ideal for everyone, not just seniors.
*Some tips for longevity:*
1)I found that when the cat rolls back for a tummy rub, he needs to be on a flat, even surface like a chair, table, or your lap, where he won’t fall off – any RESTRICTION of its movements will cause the motors to whirr noisily and eventually wear out.
2)Branded batteries such as Duracell seem to last a lot longer than the cheaper ones.
3)I don’t really recommend these pets for young children because they are quite delicate, have a lot of moving electrical parts and sensors and won’t stand up to being pulled about. They are designed to be a sophisticated adult ‘companion toy’ or a fun pet for older children.
I bought this as company for myself whilst working long days from home, and because I didn’t want a real cat with all the hassle and cost.
Bought for my dad with dementia
I have purchased this for my dad for Christmas. I have had it out of the box to check that it works. It is lovely, I hope that my dad will enjoy it. I will add a better review after Christmas.
I bought this for the residents in the care home I manage, we have made many purchases of different things to give the residents things to do, occupy and stimulate them, this is the best money spent EVER. They really do love it ‘Mavis’ is always with someone. We also purchased Charlie the dog and they are wonderful. We have had to introduce a ‘No pets policy’ in the dining room as many residents felt the animals should be allowed on the tables at mealtimes!! Believe me Charlie and Mavis covered in gravy wasn’t good!! Would I recommend for someone with dementia or an elderly person in general who feels lonely, absolutely 100%
My Husband loves i
I bought the cat for my Husband as he has dementia and he makes a fuss of it and grooms it just like a real cat when our cat gets fed up with having a fuss made of her.
My Husband loves i
I bought the cat for my Husband as he has dementia and he makes a fuss of it and grooms it just like a real cat when our cat gets fed up with having a fuss made of her.
orange tabby cat for people with dementia
This was bought for my mum who is in a care home with dementia. It’s a really good product, although not cheap and battery life could be better. But she loves is and everyone that has seen it says it is great. Can recommend this.
A HELP TO THOSE WITH DEMENTIA
I purchased the dog for a friend who has severe dementia and who lives on her own. When the carer is not there she just looked at the wall but now she pets and talks to the dog all the time and it has greatly improved her quality of life. She even takes it to bed with her!
orange tabby cat for people with dementia
This was bought for my mum who is in a care home with dementia. It’s a really good product, although not cheap and battery life could be better. But she loves is and everyone that has seen it says it is great. Can recommend this.
Lovely Substitute.
Bought the Golden pup for my Partner who is dog crazy , lost her two Lhasa Apso’s to old age last year, misses them terribly, but feels she cannot go through the heartache and expense of having another, this Pup has helped fill the gap and entertained her with its real life actions.
Although a little expensive I feel it is worthwhile when I see the joy on my Partner face.
Looks very lifelike and it purrs
I bought this for my brother who is has Alzheimer’s disease and is in a nursing home.
This was given him two weeks ago and he seems to like it.
It really is good to kee u Company this is what we need when we live on our ow
It looks really cute and I like to think it says what I’ve told it to say which is hello and I love you I’m sure it does but then I like it I could late before I go to bed it feels so good you say are you still have dogs but now can’t so I like it so much
It really is good to kee u Company this is what we need when we live on our ow
It looks really cute and I like to think it says what I’ve told it to say which is hello and I love you I’m sure it does but then I like it I could late before I go to bed it feels so good you say are you still have dogs but now can’t so I like it so much
Ideal pet for those who can’t look after a real one
Bought this for my friend who had to go into a nursing home after being independent for 95 years. She absolutely loves this and speaks to it all the time. Her anxiety has lessened and she has permanent company. She talks to it and so do her nurses. Best thing i’ve bought her; so much so i purchased another for the other residents to name and share! Yes it’s a bit hard, mechanical but one jot of imagination and it’s real enough
I like everything about this cat. She’s so lifelike and just sits on the sofa on a blanket (well, a towel really), because she does lose some fur at times.
My little 2 year old Great Grandson also adores her and loves brushing her sooo gently. He will give her a kiss, every time she sighs!!! I honestly look on her as a companion. I’m a 85 year old Widow and has had cats in the past, but the block of flats I live in forbid pets ‘in case we trip on them’
I know if 4 residential blocks of flats for people like me, who reside in these Independent Living flats, that we buy, and also a Care Home next to me that also have one of these pets. I don’t mind people thinking I’m losing my marbles, because I talk to SOX. At least she does reply most times.
Better than the real thing
I bought this for my 91 year old mum, she so wanted a real cat but that wasn’t an option at her age, this substitute is so much better, mum loves it, it’s random meows and purrs are really cute and gives her something to talk to in lonely moments. I am so pleased I bought it for her.
Better than the real thing
I bought this for my 91 year old mum, she so wanted a real cat but that wasn’t an option at her age, this substitute is so much better, mum loves it, it’s random meows and purrs are really cute and gives her something to talk to in lonely moments. I am so pleased I bought it for her.
I like everything about this cat. She’s so lifelike and just sits on the sofa on a blanket (well, a towel really), because she does lose some fur at times.
My little 2 year old Great Grandson also adores her and loves brushing her sooo gently. He will give her a kiss, every time she sighs!!! I honestly look on her as a companion. I’m a 85 year old Widow and has had cats in the past, but the block of flats I live in forbid pets ‘in case we trip on them’
I know if 4 residential blocks of flats for people like me, who reside in these Independent Living flats, that we buy, and also a Care Home next to me that also have one of these pets. I don’t mind people thinking I’m losing my marbles, because I talk to SOX. At least she does reply most times.
Good
Bought for mother in law who has dementia and she likes it. So do the little grand children. Eyes open, purrs, quite realistic but seems to have it on her lap less now the novelty has worn off
My mother was delighted by her robo dog – it may be the best thing I’ve ever bought her. She’s perfectly sound of mind, but talks to the dog and pets him. It’s provided great entertainment to friends and visitors. Worth every penny. The dog responds to being touched or spoken to, and it’s lovely for an elderly person to be greeted when they come down in the morning. Be aware though that it’s very much a toy, and claims of being lifelike are a little overstated. Excellent battery life.
Thoroughly recommend
I bought this for my 81 year old mother, who has moderate to advanced semantic / vascular dementia, for Christmas. She had been very restless wouldn’t stay in the house and was often unhappy. She always perked up when she saw a dog and I was very tempted to get a real one but was worried she would over feed it. From the moment she saw this little dog she loved him. We were amazed that we were able to be in the house all Christmas Day lunchtime and afternoon whilst she sat and nursed and talked to him. She did keep trying to feed him though – at one point he had 16 peanuts in his mouth! However that was easy enough to manage as the back of the moth is closed so the food cant get into the mechanism.
From that day he goes everywhere with her and she spends hours ‘talking’ to him – he has brought great joy.
I was a bit disappointed when I saw him and nearly sent him back but I’m so glad I didn’t. She has managed to break some of mouth functions but he still moves his head and barks. I would thoroughly recommend and will definitely buy another if this one stops working. The batteries last 3 – 5 weeks.
The only thing that seems to bother my Mum about him is his hard tongue – if there is one adjustment to be made it would be to make the mouth more realistic – the tail wagging is the best!
Thoroughly recommend
I bought this for my 81 year old mother, who has moderate to advanced semantic / vascular dementia, for Christmas. She had been very restless wouldn’t stay in the house and was often unhappy. She always perked up when she saw a dog and I was very tempted to get a real one but was worried she would over feed it. From the moment she saw this little dog she loved him. We were amazed that we were able to be in the house all Christmas Day lunchtime and afternoon whilst she sat and nursed and talked to him. She did keep trying to feed him though – at one point he had 16 peanuts in his mouth! However that was easy enough to manage as the back of the moth is closed so the food cant get into the mechanism.
From that day he goes everywhere with her and she spends hours ‘talking’ to him – he has brought great joy.
I was a bit disappointed when I saw him and nearly sent him back but I’m so glad I didn’t. She has managed to break some of mouth functions but he still moves his head and barks. I would thoroughly recommend and will definitely buy another if this one stops working. The batteries last 3 – 5 weeks.
The only thing that seems to bother my Mum about him is his hard tongue – if there is one adjustment to be made it would be to make the mouth more realistic – the tail wagging is the best!
Great for dementia patients
My mother has dementia, she loves this dog. It reacts to her voice, just enough to be realistic. Goes into sleep mode when she stops talking to it. A screw driver is needed to replace the batteries. It’s hard to say if it easy on batteries, as my mother has the dog with her all the time. I replace the batteries as soon as they show any signs of slowing down. They last at least two weeks of continuous use. It’s difficult to wash the dog . It gets dirty, as she always has it with her and attempts to feed it. I bought two , so I could switch them out to facilitate keeping them clean. I’d recommend this 100% I also bought the cat. My mother loved that too. Was even more realistic, as cats lay around not doing much. Although I found it looked a bit creepy. Again very difficult to keep clean.
Fantastic
Our son who has Asperger loved this reactive toy, it is soft and cute, just like a puppy. It is now his go to “toy” for comfort .
He likes the fact that you can mute it and just get the reactions, we bought spare batteries,not realising that it came with batteries and was ready to go, however by having the spare set the puppy will keep on going.
Well worth it just to see his face light up.
Fantastic
Our son who has Asperger loved this reactive toy, it is soft and cute, just like a puppy. It is now his go to “toy” for comfort .
He likes the fact that you can mute it and just get the reactions, we bought spare batteries,not realising that it came with batteries and was ready to go, however by having the spare set the puppy will keep on going.
Well worth it just to see his face light up.
The person gifted the robotic dog is 94 years old and suffers from dementia. She knows that the dog is not real but it gives her real comfort and companionship. The dog is animated and makes realistic sounds and movements and is providing a lot of pleasure.
The person gifted the robotic dog is 94 years old and suffers from dementia. She knows that the dog is not real but it gives her real comfort and companionship. The dog is animated and makes realistic sounds and movements and is providing a lot of pleasure.
My 97 year old mum loves this
My 97 year old mum with worsening dementia just loves this.It’s a replacement for our golden retriever in our absence.I’m told by the care home she takes it everywhere with he
My 97 year old mum loves this
My 97 year old mum with worsening dementia just loves this.It’s a replacement for our golden retriever in our absence.I’m told by the care home she takes it everywhere with he
Cute
Very interactive, my mum with dementia enjoys it. Vibrates when purrs which she likes as she is hard of hearing.