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In the evolving landscape of product design, the pet industry is experiencing a dynamic surge in innovation—particularly in how we feed and care for dogs. As more pet owners adopt a lifestyle that blends travel, technology, and convenience, traditional feeding methods are giving way to smarter, more responsive solutions. Today’s designers are rethinking the dog bowl, the food container, and even the humble water dispenser through the lens of sustainability, portability, and intelligent automation.

Feeding pets often comes with a unique set of challenges—maintaining freshness, managing storage space, and ensuring consistent meal portions. Recognizing these issues, designer Hyesung Yun developed PRODOGT, an all-in-one food storage and serving solution tailored specifically for dogs. More than just a fridge, PRODOGT introduces a new category of pet appliances designed with both owner and animal in mind.

Visually, the device is compact and striking, combining green and grey tones with a circular form factor that resembles a bladeless fan. The central module of the appliance is where the innovation begins. It serves as a storage container that rotates periodically, a movement that helps evenly distribute and preserve food while preventing spoilage. This fan-like rotation ensures that both dry and moist food stay fresh for longer periods, thanks to a precisely maintained temperature and humidity balance.

When mealtime arrives, PRODOGT dispenses a portion-controlled serving onto a retractable feeding tray, all coordinated through a user-friendly control panel. Owners can program schedules, monitor portions, and even adjust settings to meet specific dietary needs. Perhaps most impressively, PRODOGT is wireless and portable—making it an ideal companion for pet owners who travel or simply want to avoid overloading their personal refrigerators. With its smart, multifunctional design, PRODOGT sets a new benchmark in pet care appliances.

While PRODOGT addresses feeding at home with precision, Miray Özlem ER’s Portable Food and Water Container offers a solution tailored for life on the move. Traveling with dogs often brings logistical challenges—especially when it comes to feeding and hydration. This Milan-based designer tackled those concerns with a compact and clever dual-purpose container that stores and dispenses both food and water efficiently.

The cylindrical design features two sealed compartments—one for dry food and one for water—with a combined capacity suitable for dogs weighing between 1 to 40 kilograms. A metal lid allows for easy refilling and secure storage, preventing leaks during transit. What makes this design particularly smart is the inclusion of attachable bowls that fit neatly onto each end of the container. When needed, users can simply unclip the bowls, fill them directly from the container, and offer their dog a quick and mess-free meal—anytime, anywhere.

Equally valuable is the container’s potential for social impact. Its portability makes it an ideal tool for feeding stray dogs in urban settings, aligning with a broader, compassionate approach to pet care. By merging portability with thoughtful design, this product proves that functional solutions can be both humane and highly effective in unpredictable, mobile environments.

Rounding out this trio of innovations is a design that addresses one of the most essential—and often overlooked—aspects of pet care: clean, accessible water. The Double Shot Water Purifier, designed by Jeonghyun Ahn in Seoul, combines aesthetics with functionality to deliver a hydration experience that is both intelligent and environmentally mindful.

The sleek unit features a minimalist profile with bead-blasted aluminum and stainless steel accents—visually refined enough for contemporary homes and offices alike. But its standout feature lies at the base: a built-in water dispenser for pets that activates automatically. Thanks to an integrated motion sensor, the purifier detects when a pet approaches and dispenses fresh water, refilling the bowl only when necessary. This not only ensures your pet always has access to clean water but also reduces unnecessary refills or standing water.

Perhaps the most notable sustainable touch is the closed-loop design: any unused water drains back into a lower reservoir, preventing waste. This eco-conscious detail, paired with the sleek industrial finish, makes the Double Shot a design-forward solution that satisfies both form and function. It’s a product that reflects a growing trend—designs that meet the needs of both humans and pets without compromising on environmental responsibility or visual harmony.