Dog ownership just got a high-tech upgrade with the Fi Series 3+, a smart collar that’s less accessory and more like a canine co-pilot. Unveiled by Fi, the pet-tech champs, this collar fuses AI smarts with GPS to deliver a real-time window into your dog’s health and behavior, turning you into a pet detective without the trenchcoat.
The Series 3+ builds on Fi’s rock-solid GPS tracking—already a lifesaver for anyone who’s sprinted after a runaway mutt. But this isn’t just about knowing where your dog’s at. Its AI, trained on data from thousands of pups, tracks steps, sleep, and behaviors like barking, scratching, or slurping water. “Fi Series 3+ gives owners the ability to spot subtle changes in their dog’s behavior—whether it’s a drop in activity, changes in drinking, or increased scratching,” says vet Jeff Werber, D.V.M., hyping its knack for catching health hiccups early.
For new dog parents, this collar’s like a cheat code. It’s always collecting data, spotting patterns that might scream trouble—like extra scratching hinting at allergies or odd drinking flagging kidney issues. The app lays it out in clear trends and alerts, no vet degree needed. Fi’s AI keeps learning from every collared dog, getting sharper at picking up oddities you’d miss. “Combining best-in-class GPS tracking with a comprehensive suite of AI-powered health and behavior detection, Series 3+ sets a new standard for connected dog care,” Fi boasts.
It plays nice with other smart devices, too. Sync it with your Apple Watch, and you’re checking your dog’s status mid-meeting—social media users are geeking out over the new “monitor pet behavior via Apple Watch” feature. It’s a godsend for rookies juggling pet chaos with daily life.
Built for a dog’s rough-and-tumble world, the Series 3+ has a battery that lasts weeks, not days, and shrugs off mud and water. Its sleek, tough design fits everyone from pint-sized Chihuahuas to hulking Great Danes, so you’re not sweating recharges or replacements during those wild early dog days.
The Fi Series 3+ is subscription-based, starting at $14 per month, which includes both the app features and the collar hardware itself, with no additional upfront cost for the device. For new owners, it’s a small price to make pet care feel less like a guessing game and more like a tech-powered partnership.
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