Furbo 360° Dog Camera

The splurge for a dog owner who feels guilty every time they leave for work. The camera sits on a shelf, turns to follow the dog around the room and lets the owner check in from a phone, talk through the speaker and toss a treat on command. The treat toss is the part that makes it a gift rather than a security camera: it turns a lonely afternoon into a small game. Read the fine print before buying. Furbo sells optional Furbo Nanny plans, and features such as saved video history sit behind them, so ask yourself whether you are also gifting a subscription. It works best in a home with steady Wi-Fi and a dog who eats small, dry treats.