Japanese AI App Accurately Detects Pain in Cats

CatsMe! uses artificial intelligence to monitor feline facial expressions, aiding pet owners in identifying health issues early.

Developed by Carelogy and Nihon University, CatsMe! is 95% accurate in detecting feline pain.
The app was trained on 6,000 images of cats and has been used by over 230,000 people since its launch.
It helps owners, especially of elderly cats, reduce unnecessary vet visits by monitoring their pets' health.
Japan has nearly 16 million pet cats and dogs, exceeding the number of children under 15.
AI's role in healthcare is expanding, with the global market projected to reach $148.4 billion by 2029.