You can see full details of the Precious Petzzz Companion Pets and buy them here.

A small cat or dog that imitates breathing in motion and sound.

A small puppy or kitten that can sit on your lap as you watch tv or talk. Allowing you to stroke the Petzzz to calm you. The breathing motion fools your brain into thinking it is real. 

Putting the Petzzz into its bed and placing it onto the floor has fooled many into thinking I had a puppy. It looks that real. The feel is fairly close to a real pup or kitten. Stroking and playing with its ears as you would a real pet while it laid on your lap.

It is simple but clever in design that helps keep the person calm or to calm the person. I fell asleep on two separate occasions whilst stroking my pup.

The downside is that there is no off switch. For me, after a while and not using the Petzzz, the noise became irritating. But since my diagnosis my hearing has become sensitive. If you have hearing difficulties, then this may not be a problem for you. 

Product rating (out of 5 stars)

4 out of 5! 

Small and simple ‘toy’ to calm a person that is light enough to be on your lap or bed while you stroke it. A clever design, but needs and on/off switch.

About the author

Michael Booth
Michael is a former carer for his mom who lived with young onset Alzheimer’s disease for nine years and now himself lives with young onset Alzheimer’s disease. This gives him a view from both sides, a unique position. Michael is a Research Network volunteer and a member of the Innovations Board for the Alzheimer’s Society. Michael is also a member of the Geller Commission Advisory Board for people living with dementia; Experts by Experience Group for dementia; Brains for Dementia Advisory Board for Alzheimer’s Research UK; Young Dementia Network steering group member; Member of the NHS patient and Carer group (Dementia Advisor). Michael is a former Project and Technical Manager for a global electrical and electronic cable designer and manufacturer.

Michael tests a range of products sold on Alzheimer's Society's shop, as well as new products we are considering, providing a hands-on, honest assessment from someone living with dementia. We also share this feedback with the product suppliers and manufacturers to suggest improvements.

Author of the book: Dementia, you are not alone!