Prestigious Annual IoT Breakthrough Awards Program Recognizes Standout Internet-of-Things Companies and Products
January 08, 2025 10:00 AM Eastern Standard Time
Originally Posted on The Business Wire
Also posted on Galveston County Daily News
PetPace, the industry-leading developer of AI- and ML-driven pet wearables, has been named “IoT Wearable Device of the Year” by the IoT Breakthrough Awards. The accolade was announced at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2025 in recognition of the PetPace Health 2.0 smart collar, a non-invasive device that delivers continuous physiological and behavioral monitoring for dogs.
BURLINGTON, Mass. – PetPace, the maker of one of the most advanced pet wearable solutions on the market, today announced that it received the “IoT Wearable Device of the Year” award in the 9th annual IoT Breakthrough Awards program. The awards, run by IoT Breakthrough, a market intelligence organization, highlight leading companies, technologies, and products shaping the global Internet of Things landscape.
“This award is a testament to our dedication to improving the lives of pets and their owners through groundbreaking technology”
“PetPace is revolutionary, featuring unique proprietary metrics and data collection well beyond any smart collar on the market. Today, technology has integrated into every aspect of our lives and pet care is no exception. Smart dog collars are not just about keeping your pet on a leash, they can provide data to help extend your dog’s life through real-time insights into health, behavior, and location,” said Steve Johansson, managing director at IoT Breakthrough. “PetPace, our ‘IoT Wearable Device of the Year’ winner, is paving the way for a new era of pet care.”
The PetPace Health 2.0 collar combines a comprehensive set of on-board sensors with sophisticated AI and machine learning algorithms to deliver continuous, individualized monitoring. The device gathers vital signs and behavioral metrics and analyzes them to detect health trends, abnormal conditions, and stress indicators. Alerts and insights are relayed to pet owners and veterinarians via mobile apps and web platforms, supporting near real-time decision making and early intervention.
PetPace offers three service tiers tailored to distinct user needs: a consumer-friendly mobile app for pet owners, a professional platform for veterinarians, and a research-grade platform for scientific studies. Each tier provides different levels of data access and analytical tools, enabling use cases that range from everyday wellness tracking to clinical monitoring and longitudinal research projects.
“This award is a testament to our dedication to improving the lives of pets and their owners through groundbreaking technology,” said Dr. Asaf Dagan, Co-Founder and Chief Veterinarian of PetPace. “We are proud to lead the IoT wearable space with a device that empowers pet owners and veterinarians with actionable insights to enhance pet health and wellbeing.”
The collar captures a wide array of data points that contribute to an overall picture of a pet’s health. Key measurements and scores include internal temperature, respiration rate, pulse, heart rate variability (HRV), stress and anxiety indicators, sleep and activity scores, posture assessment, estimated calories burned, pain scoring, wellness and health profiles, workout intensity, and GPS-based location tracking. This multi-dimensional dataset supports personalized care plans, remote monitoring, and improved communication between owners and veterinary professionals.
By securely storing collected data in the cloud, PetPace enables historical trend analysis and shared access for authorized caregivers. The platform’s analytical capabilities make it useful for routine wellness checks, early detection of illness, post-operative monitoring, and behavior management. In research and clinical contexts, aggregated and anonymized data can assist studies in animal health, telemedicine validation, and product development.
Lior Abraham, President of PetPace, added, “Winning the ‘IoT Wearable Device of the Year’ award highlights PetPace’s leadership in pet-focused IoT innovation and unprecedented advancement in the Pet Wearable category. We continuously see improvement in the lives of countless pets and their owners. We’re excited to continue transforming many sectors of pet care, including telehealth services, pet insurance, and drug development.”
About PetPace
Based in Burlington, Massachusetts, PetPace is a leading manufacturer and solution provider of wearable technology for pets. The company’s patented AI and ML-enabled collar continuously collects physiological and behavioral data to provide actionable insights that support better health outcomes. The PetPace team includes veterinarians, IoT specialists, engineers, algorithm developers, and data scientists who collaborate with universities and research institutes to advance pet health and wellbeing.
About the IoT Breakthrough Awards
The IoT Breakthrough Awards celebrate outstanding companies, products, and technologies across the Internet of Things ecosystem. The program reviews thousands of global nominations to recognize innovators that drive measurable improvements in industries and everyday life. PetPace’s recognition reflects its leadership in applying IoT technologies to enhance companion animal care.
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