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Remote Monitor Keeps Tabs On Horse
Horse owners and breeders now have a new way to remotely monitor horses by cell phone. Similar to fitness straps for humans, the SeeHorse wearable device is more than just a step or calorie counter. It transmits information such as temperature, pulse and respiratory rate to a cell phone or other electronic device. It a
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Remote Monitor Keeps Tabs On Horse LIVESTOCK Horses/Mules Horse owners and breeders now have a new way to remotely monitor horses by cell phone Similar to fitness straps for humans the SeeHorse wearable device is more than just a step or calorie counter It transmits information such as temperature pulse and respiratory rate to a cell phone or other electronic device It also has the ability to send the owner alarms and notifications when settings are exceeded for example if the horse goes above or below a certain temperature range
A former researcher and developer for Blackberry Peter Mankowski founder/CEO of SeeHorse based in Kitchener Ont paired up with co-founder and avid equestrian Jessica Roberts to create SeeHorse
“We knew there was a need for a product like this as there is nothing else like it on the market yet and people invest a lot in their horses financially and emotionally ” says Roberts
Unlike other devices SeeHorse is designed specifically for equines
“Horses have such unique characteristics – their way of moving and vitals – meaning you can’t attach any human heart monitor to them and expect accurate results SeeHorse works with features that are the most accurate and relevant for horses ” says Mankowski
Changes in a horse’s vitals are some of the early signs that the horse is experiencing illness or distress or foaling in pregnant mares By setting up alerts and access by other parties such as a vet or barn manager SeeHorse can help with early detection of many illnesses such as colic which could be potentially lifesaving SeeHorse is currently preselling the devices through its website www seehorse ca with delivery expected before February 2016 Customers range from horse breeders to serious competitors to urban horse owners who want to keep tabs on their boarded horses
The waterproof device attaches to a horse’s halter bridle or chest strap and can be worn during training transportation or whenever you wish to monitor your horse outside or in a stall
Three versions ranging from $149 to $599 plus a $9 95 monthly subscription for the software will be available Mankowski notes
Contact: FARM SHOW Followup Communitech Hub 151 Charles St W Kitchener Ont Canada N2G 1H6 ph 226 220-7210 www seehorse ca
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