# Pet Monitor VIGI — Dog Monitor & Pet Cam

> Remote pet monitoring using an old iPhone or iPad as a pet camera. (iPhone/iPad app by VIGI Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pet-monitor-vigi/id1035127285 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [VIGI Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/313755232)
- Category: Lifestyle, Utilities
- Price: $5.99
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 2,245 App Store ratings · 156 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 43 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2016-12-01
- Data updated: 2026-09-02
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pet-monitor-vigi/id1035127285/reviews.md

## What is Pet Monitor VIGI?

Monitor your puppy or aging dog while away from home. Get alerted with noise and motion notifications to know when your dog is barking, howling, or suffering from separation anxiety. Record videos of your furry friend owning the house. Talk to your pet remotely to say hello or continue with the training.

Leave an old iPhone or iPad running the app at home as a Pet Cam. Use your iPhone to receive noise and motion alert notifications from the Pet Cam. Connect back home and watch live, record videos or take pictures of your pet's funny moments. Soothe him remotely when he/she misses you.


HOW CAN PET MONITOR VIGI HELP YOU

Want to know what is going on at home, while away?
Use sound and motion alert notifications with automated photo snapshots from the Pet Cam to get notified about any unexpected activity.

• Need to get out leaving your puppy alone?
• Do you have a dog with separation anxiety?
• Is your dog barking or howling when alone?

Do not miss any special pet moments. Record videos, and snap photos while remotely watching your pet, share them with friends directly from within the app.

Going out with friends and family has never been easier for pet parents. Switch on Pet Monitor VIGI and enjoy your dinner with a mind free of pet worries.


FEATURES

- Motion and sound alerts with automated photo snapshots from the pet camera
- Two way audio & video chat
- Picture in Picture support on iPhone and iPad
- Record videos and snap photos of your pet during live monitoring
- Zoom in on live video
- Activity log recording past behavior of your pet
- Remotely controllable night light
- High quality live video and super sensitive audio
- Unlimited range
- Secure, reliable, easy to use
- Support for Apple Watch notifications

MOTION AND SOUND ALERTS
Get instantly notified of any disturbance in pet activity by the app's sound and motion alerts. Enjoy the sense of security, because if your dog is barking or has a separation anxiety, you will know it right away. Sound and motion alerts are automatically triggered whenever any dog or cat activity is detected by the pet camera. Photos from the camera are saved in the Activity Log, sent to your iPhone, and Apple Watch.

TWO WAY AUDIO AND VIDEO CHAT
Chatting with your furry friend is easy. Watch live video and talk to your dog or puppy remotely from your iPhone or iPad. Keep your pet happy even if you are not at home.  Drop in every now and then to say hello, to soothe your dog from separation anxiety, or to continue with the puppy training.

PICTURE IN PICTURE
Keep an eye on your furry friend via live Picture in Picture monitoring while multitasking on your device.

RECORD VIDEOS, SNAP PHOTOS
Do not miss any important moments from your pet friend‘s life. Record videos or take photos of your dog, cat, puppy, or kitty’s special moments remotely with the pet monitor and share them with friends or family directly from within the app to your favorite social media (Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, Snapchat,…).

ACTIVITY LOG, PHOTO LIBRARY
Play back recorded videos, browse photos, examine activity alerts to learn more about how your pet behaves when you are away. Send recorded video clips and photos to your friends, family, or social network. 

REMOTE NIGHT LIGHT
Turn on night light when you want to check your puppies at night.

UNLIMITED RANGE
Keep checking on your pet when away from home, watch live video from anywhere. Pet Monitor app works on any Wi-Fi network, over 3G, 4G, LTE, or 5G. Requires no special configuration of your home Wi-Fi router. Audio and video stream is end to end encrypted to make sure you and only you have access to your camera.

CUSTOMER SUPPORT
Happy customers are our highest priority and your feedback is always welcome. Contact us at support@petmonitorvigi.com with your questions or suggestions.

## Key features

- Motion and sound alerts
- Two-way audio and video chat
- Remote video recording
- Live video streaming
- Activity log
- Picture-in-Picture support
- Apple Watch notifications

## Chart rankings

- #46 in Top Paid · Lifestyle (US App Store)

## What do users think of Pet Monitor VIGI?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 💕 Love the app
- 🔍 Useful for monitoring pets
- 👍 Easy to set up and use
- 🔔 Helpful notifications
- 🗣️ Ability to talk to pets
- 🔒 Secure and reliable

**Cons**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🔋 Battery drain problems
- 💰 Expensive/multiple purchases required
- 🔍 Inconsistent notifications
- 📽️ Poor video quality

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Camera disconnects randomly
- App crashes or freezes
- Compatibility issues with older devices

**Most requested features**

- Video recording in activity log
- Multiple device support under single purchase
- Improved low-light performance
- Customizable notification settings

## Recent user reviews (10 of 156)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pet-monitor-vigi/id1035127285/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Love the app!

*2026-08-10, version 2.8.9*

Pet monitor is a great way to keep tabs on your Pet when not at home!   Works really really well!

### 1/5 — Don’t download

*2026-06-03, version 2.8.9*

it will charge you when you only download this app . Even though you didn’t authorize the payment or subscribe to their plans !!!! 
I emailed customer service 2 days ago and still no reply from their side  !!!!

### 5/5 — Easy setup. Works flawlessly

*2026-04-02, version 2.8.9*

Just set it up and it was super easy. I love that I can choose which camera it uses and the alerts seem to be very sensitive to changes which is nice. Makes monitoring litter usage for a sick cat easy.

### 5/5 — So much easier setup!

*2025-12-28, version 2.8.9*

Works well in low light.  I had to keep my eye on my cat sisters as they get older. They still get the zoomies at night, so this has just been a dry run to see if I needed a larger system. This app is a keeper!

### 5/5 — Love

*2025-11-10, version 2.8.9*

Best app to check on pets one time purchase!! Love love love

### 2/5 — Unreliable

*2025-09-05, version 2.8.9*

Camera (iPad) randomly shut down despite device being plugged in. Now I’m out of the house and have to hurry back, cancelling plans.

### 5/5 — I use it often and it’s

*2025-06-23, version 2.8.7*

Really good and makes old iPhones/iPads very useful. Seems like I’ve had it forever and it’s still being updated and improved.

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2025-04-13, version 2.7.4*

I was told by this company that I had to purchase this app twice to have my iPhone work with my computer. I did. I ran 4 separate tests with this swapping monitor for camera on both. THIS DOES NOT WORK UNLESS ITS ON THE SAME WIFI rendering it useless to watch your pet when you’re not home.

### 2/5 — Used to work

*2024-12-04, version 2.7.4*

Unfortunately the developers haven’t updated this app so it no longer works. It was great when it did.

### 3/5 — Camera fails on iPhone 8

*2024-10-29, version 2.7.4*

I’ve been using my iPhone 8 as my living room’s cam for a few years. I don’t ever use that device for anything else. It just stopped feeding the front cam, 20 minutes after I leave, sometimes. It’s lame. That’s where my dog chills most.

## Frequently asked questions about Pet Monitor VIGI

### What does Pet Monitor VIGI do?

Pet Monitor VIGI allows you to monitor your pets remotely using an old iPhone or iPad as a pet camera. You can receive alerts for barking and motion, watch live video, record footage, and communicate with your pet through two-way audio.

### What are the key features of Pet Monitor VIGI?

Key features include motion and sound alerts with photo snapshots, two-way audio and video chat, remote video recording and photo snapping, a detailed activity log, Picture-in-Picture support, and notifications for Apple Watch.

### Is Pet Monitor VIGI free to use?

Yes, the application is free to use. The description indicates it is free and does not mention any in-app purchases or subscription models.

### What devices can I use with Pet Monitor VIGI?

You can use an old iPhone or iPad as the Pet Cam device at home. Your current iPhone or iPad can be used to receive notifications and monitor your pet remotely. The app also supports Apple Watch notifications.

### How can Pet Monitor VIGI help with separation anxiety?

The app helps with separation anxiety by allowing you to monitor your pet's behavior remotely. You can receive alerts when your dog is barking or showing signs of distress, and then use the two-way audio feature to soothe them and continue training remotely.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.8.9 — 2025-07-09

• NEW: Widget to display recent camera activity. 
• NEW: Apple Watch app to display recent camera activity. 
• NEW: Dark Mode App Icon.
• Bug fixes and stability improvements.

Thank you for using Pet Monitor VIGI
Please contact support@petmonitorvigi.com with any questions, issues, or suggestions. Your feedback is always welcome.

### 2.8.8 — 2025-06-26

• NEW: Widget to display recent camera activity. 
• NEW: Apple Watch app to display recent camera activity. 
• NEW: Dark Mode App Icon.
• Bug fixes and stability improvements.

Thank you for using Pet Monitor VIGI
Please contact support@petmonitorvigi.com with any questions, issues, or suggestions. Your feedback is always welcome.

### 2.8.7 — 2025-06-23

• NEW: Widget to display recent camera activity. 
• NEW: Apple Watch app to display recent camera activity. 
• NEW: Dark Mode App Icon.
• Bug fixes and stability improvements.

Thank you for using Pet Monitor VIGI
Please contact support@petmonitorvigi.com with any questions, issues, or suggestions. Your feedback is always welcome.

### 2.8.6 — 2025-06-17

• NEW: Widget to display recent camera activity. 
• NEW: Apple Watch app to display recent camera activity. 
• Bug fixes and stability improvements.

Thank you for using Pet Monitor VIGI
Please contact support@petmonitorvigi.com with any questions, issues, or suggestions. Your feedback is always welcome.

### 2.8.5 — 2025-06-16

• NEW: Widget to display recent camera activity. 
• NEW: Apple Watch app to display recent camera activity. 
• Bug fixes and stability improvements.

Thank you for using Pet Monitor VIGI
Please contact support@petmonitorvigi.com with any questions, issues, or suggestions. Your feedback is always welcome.

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