In today’s digital world, more pet owners are embracing technology to help manage their pets’ care and keep up with busy lifestyles. Tracking tools, home cameras, and automated feeders have quickly become everyday essentials for many households.

A survey conducted by HostingAdvice.com found that 87 percent of 500 owners said technology improves a person’s ability to care for a pet. But, as smart homes become more common, how might they affect pet psychology? Newsweek spoke to two animal behavior experts to find out.

Too Much Predictability Can Create Stress

Veterinarian Dr. Julie Hunt told Newsweek that, when a household relies heavily on automated routines—such as automatic feeders, robot vacuum s, timed lights, smart doors, and other predictable systems—life can become very cons

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