A robot is a machine that can be built to resemble a living creature — designed to move and respond to voice commands or by touch, and to perform complex tasks. Most robots in use today don’t look ...

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A care home has introduced robotic dogs and cats to tackle loneliness among its residents. Stoneham Grove Care Home in Reading, Berks., says its ‘robo-dog’ and ‘robo-cat’ reduce stress and provide ...

Have you ever wondered how it feels to have a loyal companion like our dog? Well, if you have no such real thing, Tombot can still provide a true friend for your mental health thanks to Jennie, an ...

Vbot's Companion Robotic Dog, set to debut at CES 2026, is positioned as a family-friendly robot that the company says can follow you around, take photos and videos, and help with tasks around the ...

For a person living with dementia, a hospital stay can be a terrifying whirlwind of strange faces, loud noises and confusing tests. This disorientation often leads to a condition called delirium, ...

WYCKOFF — If it barks, wags its tail, pants and has a heartbeat, is it a real dog? Not in this case, but it's the next best thing. Senior residents at Christian Health were handed 20 of the soft, ...

From toys to premium companions, robot pets are rising in popularity. But can they truly replace a real dog?

Just like us, our pets are living, breathing beings – just a different species. And that they’re creatures with minds of their own makes it all the more special when they decide to sit by us or spend ...

Before Steve Saling goes to bed at night, he has to make sure his cat Cynthia is nearby. “There are times I can’t even go to sleep without Cynthia,” Saling said. Saling likes to pet Cynthia, watch her ...