How can I set up my camera to only receive notifications when pets are detected?
To receive only pet-related notifications, you'll need to configure the specific notification settings in your camera app:
1. Enable Pet Notifications Only:
- Open the app and go to Camera Settings
- Navigate to "Notifications" or "Notification Settings"
- Look for toggles for different detection types: Person, Pet, Vehicle, and Others
- Enable only the "Pet" notification toggle
- Disable Person, Vehicle, and Others notifications
2. Subscription Requirement:
- Pet-specific notifications require a paid subscription plan
- AI Analysis features (including person, pet, vehicle, package recognition) are premium features
- With a subscription, you'll receive intelligent notifications, and recordings will be marked with specific tags
3. Alternative Approach:
- If you want to minimize non-pet notifications, you can also disable notifications for specific categories like "Vehicle," "Package," and "Others" while keeping Pet enabled
Important Limitations:
- The system cannot distinguish between different types of pets or specific animals
- Motion detection will still trigger for all movement, but notifications will only be sent for detected pets
- Detection accuracy depends on camera positioning and environmental factors
What if my camera isn't detecting pets properly for notifications?
If your camera isn't properly detecting pets for notifications:
1. Check Motion Detection Settings:
- Ensure Motion Detection is enabled in camera settings
- Set Detection Sensitivity to High for better pet detection
- Position camera 5-20 feet from the area where pets move
2. Optimize Camera Placement:
- Install a camera about 7 feet high, angled 10-15 degrees downward
- Ensure pets move across the camera's field of view rather than directly toward/away from it
- Avoid placing the camera behind glass or windows
3. Verify Subscription Status:
- Pet recognition requires an active paid subscription
- Check if your Pet Notification features are properly enabled
- Test the system by having a pet move in front of the camera