Jennie,' a lifelike robotic puppy from Tombot, was designed for people living with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia who are unable to look after a real animal on their own. Olivia Zollino reports.

So this won't be a long piece, because I really only have one thing to say: I saw a tiny robot dog do a handstand at CES 2025, and I recorded it for your amusement. The Unitree Go1 robot dog can be purchased for $2,

This innovative invention has gained a lot of attention online, with many sharing mixed reactions about the lifelike robot that brings companionship and comfort to elderly people who struggle with dementia or mild cognitive impairment.

Credit: Tombot/Cover Images Ever wanted a pet dog but don’t want the cost or mess? A new lifelike robot dog could be the answer. Tombot, an innovative leader in robotic animal companions and digital health solutions unveiled their hyper-realistic,