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The World’s 1st Intelligent Dog Den, Set to be Introduced on Kickstarter
Ft. Lauderdale, FL – PNP Robotics, the creators of the world’s first intelligent dog crate, is launching a Kickstarter campaign to support their therapeutic dog den for dogs with anxieties, Zencrate.
Created by Chris Lightcap and Johnathan Azevedo, both mechanical engineers, the Zencrate is a long awaited remedy that leverages technology to soothe dogs with anxieties. Beyond an elegant design, the Zencrate is constructed to provide a safe place for dogs during anxiety attacks using a number of scientifically-proven strategies, including: sound therapy, proximity sensors, and vibration-dampening technology. Makers, Lightcap and Azevedo have forever changed the way pet lovers,
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Assembly – No tools are required to assemble this homeopathic, pet-friendly dog den.
In anticipation of the Kickstarter campaign, the Zencrate is currently undergoing clinical tests and field testing in animal shelters and veterinarian offices.
The Kickstarter campaign is tentatively scheduled to begin late July or early August this year. The campaign will officially introduce the Zencrate to the world by allowing customers to purchase the intelligent dog den. Lightcap and Azevedo have approved the video for the Kickstarter campaign and a stream of testimonials from customers who’ve tested the dog crate in their homes.
Additionally, the team at PNP Robotics has enlisted the aid of world-renowned, animal trainer for celebrities Dennis Urrutia, who has over 24 years of experience within the industry. He is the owner and founder of K-9 Specialist, a South Florida-based business. Field tests include regular dog owners who are testing the Zencrate in their homes.
The funds from the Kickstarter campaign will be used to drive down the costs of manufacturing in an effort to make the Zencrate more affordable for households across the

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