Japanese globetrotters will no longer need to worry about their pets' hunger pangs, thanks to a new Internet-based remote feeding gadget.
Coined iSeePet, the 3kg device consists of a water tank and food dish equipped with a Web camera.
iSeePet stores enough food to feed a small animal for three to four days, said AlphaOmega Soft, the Japanese company marketing the product.
To start feeding them, pet owners log on to a dedicated Web site and choose from a virtual menu.
Owners can control the amount of food dispensed through the Web interface, in addition to monitoring the feeding process via the attached camera.
They will have to pay a monthly subscription fee of 3,900 yen (Approx AU$58) for the service operated by telecommunications firm NTT-ME, in addition to a one-time installation charge of 174,800 yen (Approx AU$2,570).
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