SNIF Tags help arrange puppy play dates

Dogs are often conversation starters. But what if you could meet other dog lovers online instead of on walks through the park? Boston-based SNIF Tags is doing just that: allowing pet owners to forge new connections with fellow dog-walkers online.

The SNIF Tag is a small RFID device that attaches to a dog's collar to record his or her daily movements and social encounters. The tag emits a signal that can be picked up by other SNIF Tags in the area. The dog's owner can then log on and view the profiles of the owners of the dogs their pet has come into contact with.

The system also allows the owner to monitor the dog's movements in real time when they might not be home to make sure their favorite shoes aren't being torn to bits.

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