# Dog & Pet Translator: DogCam — Play Sounds & Breed Scanner

> Dog breed scanner and interactive pet camera app for engaging photos. (iPhone/iPad app by Michael Gilroy.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dog-and-pet-translator-dogcam/id1441245944 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Michael Gilroy](https://appshunter.io/developer/1064238651)
- Category: Music, Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 530 App Store ratings · 57 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 197 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2019-04-01
- Data updated: 2026-08-31
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dog-and-pet-translator-dogcam/id1441245944/reviews.md

## What is Dog & Pet Translator?

The world's #1 dog camera app, featured as App of the Day by Apple in over 140 countries.

Scan you dog and predict their breed! Over 150 dog breeds supported. Save your scans and collect breeds as you scan more dogs. 

Play sounds from the camera and get your dog's attention every time! Try over 100+ sounds and capture their head tilts as a photo or video. 


*** DOG SCANNER *** 

Our scanner lets you scan any dog and predict its breed.

Learn about each breed:
- Personality traits
- Coat length, thickness and feel 
- Bark-o-meter 


*** CAMERA SOUNDS *** 

Our camera app is packed with over 100 sounds including dog whistles, cats, animals, and squeaky toys. Play the sounds directly from the camera and watch your dog's head tilt. You'll get the perfect shot every time.

Why you’ll love DogCam:
- Engage & Tease Your Dog: Use our unique whistle, animal, bark, and toy sounds to make your dog react and look at the camera.
- Flexible Shooting: Switch seamlessly between selfie and standard camera modes to capture your pet's best angles.
- Apple Watch Sounds: Play sounds directly from our free Apple Watch app without needing your phone at hand.
- Advanced Camera Controls: Enjoy customizable settings like live photos, flash, zoom, auto-focus, and a countdown timer for the ideal setup.
- Effortless Sharing: Snap, then share your favorite moments directly to social media with ease.
- In-app Photo Library: The in-app photo library keeps your favorite photos in one place.
- Accessibility: Voice-over support ensures everyone can capture great pet photos.

DogCam has been celebrated globally and featured by Apple in over 140 countries. Praised for its simplicity and fun, it's your go-to for capturing dog moments, making every shot TikTok-worthy. Elevate your dog photography game and make every photo count with DogCam!




*** FROM THE APP STORE EDITORS *** 

"The app is incredibly easy to use: just point, make some noise and shoot. When you've got a picture or video you're thrilled with, then you can share it straight from the app onto your favourite social feeds. Did somebody say #pupfluencer?"


*** WHAT OUR USERS SAY *** 

"Amazing app - I got some amazing pics with this app and also my dogs seem to love the sound."

"Absolutely brilliant! - This app is genius! My dog would never look at the camera for me to take a picture and now in all my pictures of her she is looking at the camera! I LOVE this app!"

"A very cute little app that I was quite happy to pay for the premium sounds. My dog absolutely loves it! The sounds make him want to pay attention so no more side head shots, and the fact that it is voice-over compatible means that even with my limited sight I can take pictures."

"Best Dog photo app ever. Downloaded this app to try on my fur babies, worked so good great photos that everyone comments on how did I get that great shot. Thank you so much for the great memories I will be taking."

"So good to use and it works. Actually starting to take proper pics at last. Not only that got some really funny ones. And the added bonus is it makes a great dog toy and is a good training aid. Will definitely recommend this to everyone I know!"

"Amazing!! Love this app I get such amazing pictures of my dogs! It’s easier then using the camera app on your phone the squeaky toy one works the best on my dogs."


DogCam sound packs include over 100 sounds to keep your dog distracted and focused on the camera. Sounds include whistles, cats, toys, animal noises, dogs barking and more!


Terms: https://www.termsfeed.com/live/83d41fab-ac6e-423e-ae7e-11c778c7fa98
License Agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Privacy Policy: https://www.termsfeed.com/live/c29d093c-10d9-47f0-8e46-1e0923a68a2d

## Key features

- Dog breed identification
- Over 100 interactive sounds
- Flexible camera modes
- Apple Watch sound playback
- Advanced camera controls
- Effortless social sharing
- In-app photo library

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| DogCam Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| DogCam Premium | $12.99 | per year |
| DogCam Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| DogCam Premium | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| DogCam Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| DogCam Premium | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| DogCam Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| DogCam Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| DogCam Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| DogCam Premium | $2.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ultimate Sound Pack | Free | one-time |
| Animal Sounds Pack | Free | one-time |
| Toy Sounds Pack | Free | one-time |
| Whistle Sounds Pack | Free | one-time |
| Dog Sounds Pack | $1.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Dog & Pet Translator?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Great for pets and babies
- 👍 Brilliant app for taking photos
- 👍 Works well, no problems
- 👍 Helps get dog's attention for photos
- 👍 Funny and takes great pics

**Cons**

- 💰 Expensive premium membership required
- 🐛 Doesn't work, can't open or use the app
- 🐛 Photos not saved anywhere
- 💰 Paid sounds not worth it

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes
- Photos not saving
- Permissions screen not working

**Most requested features**

- Make a cat version of the app
- Add more free sounds
- Support portrait mode

## Recent user reviews (10 of 57)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dog-and-pet-translator-dogcam/id1441245944/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Miangel0128

*2025-05-17*

Miangel0128

### 1/5 — Expensive

*2025-02-23*

It was good but you need to pay premium membership to get more than one scan sure it tells you about dog breeds but you can only scan one dog and after that no more scans so would not recommend.

### 5/5 — Brilliant

*2024-12-20*

LOVE it! Very funny and takes great pics

**Developer response:** Hi there, sorry to hear you're having trouble taking photos. To keep your photos secure, DogCam uses your phone's built-in photo library to store any photos and videos taken with the app. In order for this to work, you'll need to allow permission for the app to save your photos to the photo library. You can update your photo library permissions by going to Settings > DogCam > Photos. If you're still having trouble getting photos to save please do get in touch at dogcam@shipyardstudios.io as I'd love to help fix this for you. - Mike

### 1/5 — Scam

*2024-12-18*

This app was a free app called Dog Cam, no doubt designed to get people using it; now, it's changed to Dog Scanner and want $39 per year...

No thanks

**Developer response:** Hi there, sorry to hear you've been unable to access some features of DogCam. The free version of the app includes several free sounds, unlimited photo / video capture and limited monthly breed scans. These features have always been and remain to be completely free to use. If you are having trouble accessing these features compared to previous versions then please do get in touch at dogcam@shipyardstudios.io as this is not expected and we want to help fix this.

### 5/5 — Great for pets and babies too

*2024-03-22*

I have an over active dog and this helps so much to get his attention. I’ve gotten SO MANY cute pics with this app. Oh and it also works great with my 3 month old as well.

**Developer response:** So happy to hear your dog loves DogCam! We have no doubt they're a very good doggo, even if they are a little zoomy.

### 5/5 — This is amazing 😂

*2024-03-21*

Perfect pictures of my dogs and a place to store all my photos. Such a novel idea well executed!

**Developer response:** Thanks so much for your review. So happy to hear you're enjoying the app as your dogs deserve to have their best angle captured! - Mike (DogCam founder)

### 1/5 — Can’t get to open

*2022-02-19*

When I open this app there is a very large text box wanting permission to access my library. I can’t move the screen to scroll to accept nor change the size of the text. So no idea how this app is as I can’t access it at all!

**Developer response:** Hi there, sorry to hear you're having trouble taking photos. To keep your photos secure, DogCam uses your phone's built-in photo library to store any photos and videos taken with the app. In order for this to work, you'll need to allow at least 'Limited' permission for the app to save your photos to your photo library. 'Limited' permission allows you to choose exactly which photos DogCam has access to (you don't have to select any at all), but also allows the app to save photos to your library. You can update your photo library permissions to 'Limited' by going to Settings > DogCam > Photos. If you don't want to allow any access to your photo library, you should still be able to access the app, but the camera screen won't be accessible as it requires the ability to at least save photos to your photo library. If you're still having trouble getting past the permissions setup then please do get in touch at dogcam@shipyardstudios.io as I'd love to help fix this for you. - Mike

### 1/5 — Doesn't work

*2021-12-08*

I allowed this app all the permissions and it will not take a photo. I've tried everything and it will not capture a photo when I push the button. There is also no place for options. It won't let me click anything on the screen.

**Developer response:** Hi there, sorry to hear you're having trouble saving photos. Please do get in touch at dogcam@shipyardstudios.io as I'd love to better understand what you're experiencing so I can help fix this for you. - Mike

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2021-10-19*

It doesn’t take photos or video at all!

### 1/5 — No

*2021-09-06*

I don’t think you need a different app to take a photo of your dog personally my camera works perfectly fine

**Developer response:** Happy to hear the default camera is working great for you and your dog. This isn’t the case for all dogs so your dog must be a particularly good dog. We applaud them 👏

## Frequently asked questions about Dog & Pet Translator

### What is DogCam?

DogCam is a pet camera app that allows you to capture engaging photos and videos of your dog using interactive sounds. It also features a dog breed scanner to identify your pet's breed and learn about its traits.

### Does DogCam have ads?

No, DogCam does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use, with optional in-app purchases for premium features and sounds.

### How does the DogCam breed scanner work?

The DogCam breed scanner analyzes your dog's appearance to predict its breed. It supports over 150 dog breeds and provides information on personality traits, coat characteristics, and more.

### What kind of sounds can I play with DogCam?

DogCam offers over 100 sounds, including dog whistles, cat sounds, animal noises, and squeaky toys. These sounds are designed to get your dog's attention and elicit reactions for photos.

### Can I use DogCam on my Apple Watch?

Yes, DogCam offers a free Apple Watch app that allows you to play sounds directly from your watch without needing your phone. This makes it even easier to engage your dog.

### What are the subscription options for DogCam?

DogCam offers premium subscription plans with options for weekly and monthly billing. Some plans include a free trial period, such as a 3-day free trial for a $4.99/P7D subscription.

### What devices does DogCam support?

DogCam is available on iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch, making it accessible across your Apple ecosystem.

### How often is DogCam updated?

The latest version of DogCam is 5.2.3, and it was last updated on October 13, 2025. Updates typically bring new features, bug fixes, and performance improvements.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.2.3 — 2025-10-13

We've added support for iOS 26 in this version!

### 5.2.2 — 2025-05-03

We've fixed up our onboarding in this version.

### 5.2.1 — 2025-04-11

We've made some minor bug fixes in this version.

### 5.2.0 — 2025-01-14

NEW FEATURES ADDED!

** Dog Sound Board **
- Search over 100+ dog teaser sounds
- Play sounds outside of the camera
- Favorite the best sounds for quick-access from the camera 

** Dog Breed Library & Search **
- Details on 150+ dog breeds
- Learn about personality, coat, bark and more!
- Search for breeds by name
- Find a new breed you love? Share breed info with friends!

### 5.0.8 — 2024-12-31

We've fixed some pesky bugs in this version to make things run as smooth as golden retrievers freshly groomed coat.

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