10 Best Pet Cameras (2025), Tested and ReviewedNEWS | 12 May 2025So, is there really a difference between security cameras and pet cameras? Sort of.
Security cameras enable you to watch your house (and pet) while you're away, but pet cameras often have a few more pet-specific features, like dispensing treats or abilities to interact with your pet via two-way speaker. These cameras with special features can help ease common issues like separation anxiety or boredom. The Enabot Rola PetPal Robot Pet Companion, for example, has attachments so you can remotely give your pet a treat or engage in “playtime” (more on that in the review below).
That's not to say that you can't use a security camera as a pet cam, but like any other smart home device that connects to Wi-Fi, there's a chance it can be hacked and compromise your privacy. Make sure your Wi-Fi password is strong, set up two-factor authentication with your camera's app, and it's not a bad idea to keep it turned off when you're home, as an extra precaution.Author: Nena Farrell. Molly Higgins. Simon Hill. Kat Merck. Julian Chokkattu. Brenda Stolyar. Brad Bourque. Source
