MUMBAI, India, Jan. 9 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202541110833 A) filed by Saveetha Institute Of Medical And Technical Sciences, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, on Nov. 13, 2025, for 'smart automatic pet feeder.'

Inventor(s) include Mahammad Shohib. S; Dr. Narendran. S; and Dr Ramya Mohan.

The application for the patent was published on Jan. 9, under issue no. 02/2026.

According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property India: "The design titled "Smart Automatic Pet Feeder" presents an innovative, autonniated solution for feeding domestic pets, aimed at enhancing pet care convenience, especially for busy or frequently traveling pet owners. The system integrates a programmable timer, food dispensing mechanism, and optional sensors to automate feeding schedules without human intervention. Designed for reliability, energy efficiency, and user-friendliness, the feeder allows precise control over feeding times and portion sizes. Built within a durable, pet-safe housing, the device ensures hygienic food storage and accurate dispensing via a motor-controlled tray or auger mechanism. Users can program feeding intervals and quantities using a digital timer or mobile interface (optional). The design supports both battery and AC power for continuous operation, and can be optionally enhanced with voice recording, mobile alerts, or camera modules. Ideal for households, animal shelters, or veterinary centers, the Smart Automatic Pet Feeder ensures pets are fed on time, reducing risks of underfeeding or overfeeding. It empowers pet owners to maintain consistent feeding routines and ensures animal welfare even in their absence. With its modular, scalable design, this invention offers a reliable and intelligent solution to modem pet care challenges."

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