Interactive Companion Pet
- NDIS claimable: Usually
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Australia-wide · online only
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- Australia-wide delivery
- Claim-ready invoices
- Member prices
- 14-day returns
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- 0488 863 626
Buying for a participant or a client? Our invoices are claim-ready for NDIS, DVA and Home Care Package — check with your plan manager. Questions? Call 0488 863 626.
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- Use for
- Health monitoring
- NDIS claimable
- Usually
About this product
Interactive Companion Pet is made for health monitoring use. NDIS claimable: usually — check with your plan manager. Sold online by Ability Warehouse, delivered Australia-wide.
- Lifelike cute and realistic companion dog
- Suitable for dog/pet lovers, children, those with autism, Alzheimer’s or dementia
- Mimics the experience of petting a real dog for sensory stimulation
- Enhances positive emotions
- Eases agitation and anxiety
Key benefits
- Lifelike cute and realistic companion dog
- Suitable for dog/pet lovers, children, those with autism, Alzheimer’s or dementia
- Mimics the experience of petting a real dog for sensory stimulation
- Enhances positive emotions
- Eases agitation and anxiety
The Interactive Companion Pet is a realistic interactive dog toy which have been found to bring happiness, boost mood, ease agitation, anxiety and provide great comfort.
Sensory animals are therapeutic tools that provide a great deal of sensory stimulation and enjoyment to people with dementia, memory impairment and autism.
Interactive Dog Toys in Australia
The Interactive Companion Dog is a Golden Pup that makes the perfect sensory toy puppy for dog lovers. The companion pet is very realistic and brings comfort, companionship, and fun to elderly and individuals with cognitive loss, memory impairment and autism.
With sensors on its head, back and belly, the cudly Golden Pup responds to touch and sounds and is able to mimic the experience of petting and stroking a real dog, and even simulates breathing.
Key Features and Benefits
- Companion dog or Dementia dog
- Responds to touch and sounds
- Suitable for Alzheimer's & dementia sufferers, children, and more
- Excellent alternative to a real-life dog
- Features soft and plush coat
- Realistic design
Eases Anxiety and agitation
Companion pets have been shown to have a calming effect for people with dementia. They ease feelings of loneliness and social isolation, improving mental, emotional, and physical health. The Golden Pup soothes, relaxes and brings comfort.
Studies have proven that interacting with the companion dog can lower blood pressure and heart rate, contributing to reduced stress and anxiety.
Puppy Dog gives a sense of purpose and meaning
For elderly people it can become increasingly difficult to do the things they used to do to keep them busy and make them feel useful. A sensory pet can fill this gap, giving a sense of empowerment that can feel truly invigorating.
Sensory Stimulation
Made of soft fur, the pet provides comfort and a realistic feel. With the ability to respond to touch and sounds through sensors on its head, back and belly, the Interactive Companion Pet simulates the experience of petting and stroking a real pup.
Its realistic design, the breathing and snoozing feature provide sensory stimulation, contributing to reduced anxiety.
Who Can Benefit From This Interactive Companion Pet?
This sensory toy dog makes a wonderful gift for dog/pet lovers, but can particularly benefit:
- People with cognitive decline or memory impairment
- Elderly facing loneliness or isolation
- People with Alzheimer's & dementia
- Individuals with autism
- Children
How Long Will the Battery Last?
The Golden Pup requires 4 'C' style batteries, which are not included. You'll be able to get the most out of your battery-operated toy dog for up to 3 months before the battery stops working.
Please note: This sensory toy does not have an on/off switch, and is designed to be switched on all the time.
Specifications:
- Length: 35.5 cm
- Width: 23.5 cm
- Height: 32.5 cm
- Weight: 1.9 kg
- Requires 4 x C batteries, not included
- Warranty: 1 year
Before you buy
- Check the weight rating. Pick a safe working load comfortably above the user's weight.
- Measure the space. Doorways, shower recesses and the gap beside the toilet decide what fits — use the measuring guide in Tools.
- Renting? Anything fixed to a wall needs the landlord's OK in writing.
- Funded? Keep the invoice — it is claim-ready for NDIS, DVA and Home Care Package. Check with your plan manager.
Quick answers
Can I claim Interactive Companion Pet through NDIS, DVA or a Home Care Package?
NDIS claimable: Usually. We are not a registered NDIS provider, so self-managed and plan-managed participants, DVA clients and Home Care Package / Support at Home clients can buy here and claim with our invoice. Always check with your plan manager first.
How much is Interactive Companion Pet?
$310.50 each (RRP $345.00), GST included. Members pay 10% less on every product — join from $27 a month.
Can I see Interactive Companion Pet before I buy?
We are online only, so there is no showroom. Every spec is listed above, and you can ask us anything or call 0488 863 626. Unused products in original packaging can be returned within 14 days (hygiene items excepted).
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