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Millions of pet owners are installing cameras to spy on their pets

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As millions of people head back to the office, the question remains about what to do with all of those “Covid pets” that were raised during the pandemic.

A recent study conducted by Finder has shed light on the growing trend of pet owners using surveillance technology to keep an eye on their furry companions while they are away from home.

According to the findings, millions of pet owners are now utilising video cameras to monitor their pets remotely.

Spying on pets

The research, which surveyed 1,062 respondents, including 570 pet owners, revealed that approximately 1 in 5 (22%) pet parents admit to spying on their pets using these devices.

This translates to around 1.4 million households across Australia that have installed pet cameras to gain insights into the activities of their beloved cats and dogs when they are not around.

An additional 7% of pet owners expressed their intentions to install such cameras in the future, emphasizing the growing popularity of this technology among pet enthusiasts.

Pet ownership

Australia boasts one of the highest rates of pet ownership globally, with an estimated 28.7 million pets residing in the country today.

In terms of households, the survey noted that 69% of homes with pets now own surveillance cameras to monitor their animals, marking a notable increase from 61% in 2019.

Interestingly, the survey also found that the adoption of pet cameras varies across generations.

Millennials are leading the charge, with nearly 1 in 3 (28%) of them admitting to having installed these devices, in contrast to 20% of individuals from Generation X.

Emotional connection

Gary Ross Hunter, an insurance expert at Finder, shared insights into this emerging trend, highlighting the emotional connection between pet owners and their animals. He stated, “Millions of Aussies can’t stand to be separated from their pets and are flocking to this tech to keep a watchful eye on their four-legged friends. Some of these setups even have voice and treat delivery capability.

“The Big Brother tactics let them catch their animals when they’re up to no good or simply ease separation anxiety.”

However, despite the growing reliance on surveillance technology, only a small fraction of Australian pet owners have invested in pet insurance.

Finder’s Consumer Sentiment Tracker indicated that a mere 16% of pet owners have secured pet insurance policies, raising concerns about the financial protection of these cherished animals.

Ahron Young is an award winning journalist who has covered major news events around the world. Ahron is the Managing Editor and Founder of TICKER NEWS.

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Trump confirms U.S. B2 bombers targeted three Iranian nuclear sites.

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Trump confirms U.S. strikes on Iran as Israel targets top Iranian leaders

Trump confirms U.S. strike on Iran’s nuclear sites amid rising tensions; Israel intensifies operations, Iran vows to continue enrichment, and Houthi militants threaten U.S. shipping.

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Trump confirms U.S. strike on Iran’s nuclear sites amid rising tensions; Israel intensifies operations, Iran vows to continue enrichment, and Houthi militants threaten U.S. shipping.


President Trump has confirmed that U.S. forces successfully struck three nuclear facilities in Iran – Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan – with all aircraft safely exiting Iranian airspace. The mission, involving B-2 stealth bombers, comes amid rising tensions over Iran’s nuclear ambitions.

Meanwhile, Israel has intensified its military operations, killing three top Iranian military leaders and striking a major nuclear facility in Isfahan. The Israeli chief of staff warned the operation may lead to a prolonged and complex war.

Iran responded by vowing to continue uranium enrichment and said talks with the U.S. are off the table unless Israel halts its attacks. In a parallel move, Houthi militants threatened U.S. and commercial ships in the Red Sea if American strikes continue in support of Israel.

Adding to the volatility, an Iranian drone hit northern Israel, with the IDF confirming the incident—though no casualties were reported. The U.S. State Department is now organising flights to evacuate Americans from Israel.

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Trump announces U.S. strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites

Trump announces successful U.S. strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites, while Israel intensifies its military campaign against Iranian leadership.

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Trump announces successful U.S. strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites, while Israel intensifies its military campaign against Iranian leadership.

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President Trump announced U.S. strikes on three nuclear sites in Iran, confirming all aircraft left Iranian airspace after the operation. Meanwhile, Israel ramped up its military actions against Iran, leading to warnings from Iranian officials and Houthi militants regarding potential escalations.

President Trump announced on Saturday that the United States had successfully completed strikes on three nuclear sites in Iran: Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan.

In a social media post, he confirmed all U.S. aircraft had exited Iranian airspace following the operation.

This military action was preceded by the deployment of stealth B-2 bombers from Missouri, capable of carrying the GBU-57 bunker buster, a powerful weapon considered effective against the Fordow uranium-enrichment facility.

Trump had earlier indicated to senior aides that he approved attack plans for Iran, awaiting Tehran’s decision on its nuclear program.

Meanwhile, Israel’s military intensified its operations against Iranian military leaders and nuclear sites, announcing the elimination of three senior Iranian figures and strikes on the Isfahan facility. Israel’s military chief warned of a potentially prolonged conflict, describing it as the nation’s most complex military undertaking.

In response, Iranian officials stated their refusal to halt uranium enrichment and indicated that negotiations with the U.S. would only occur if Israel ceased its attacks.

Additionally, the U.S. State Department announced the initiation of flights to facilitate the return of American citizens from Israel.

Houthi militants also issued a warning to target U.S. and commercial vessels in the Red Sea should American attacks in support of Israel commence.

Amidst this, an Iranian drone attack recently damaged a building in northern Israel, marking an acknowledged drone strike by the Israeli military during the ongoing conflict. No casualties were reported from the incident.

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