PetLoop is a digital product designed to help pet owners manage their dog’s daily care and responsibilities. From scheduling walks and feeding times to keeping track of medical appointments, PawPal simplifies pet care so owners can focus on bonding with their furry friends. The app aims to reduce the mental load of pet care by providing intuitive scheduling, helpful reminders, and a centralized space for important pet information.
My Approach
I focused on creating an app that felt as friendly and dependable as a dog itself. The interface needed to be intuitive, with clean layouts and playful yet minimalistic design elements. I prioritized features like customizable schedules, reminders, and a shared calendar for households with multiple caretakers. The goal was to make the app both functional and enjoyable to use, with thoughtful interactions and pet-friendly visuals that build a connection with the user.
Unique Challenges
Many pet owners juggle busy schedules and struggle to keep track of their dog’s needs, leading to missed walks, late feedings, or forgotten vet appointments. The challenge was to design a user-friendly app that consolidates all aspects of dog care into one platform, while remaining simple enough for everyday use.
The Process
Research & User Personas:
Conducted surveys with dog owners to identify their biggest challenges in managing pet care.
Created user personas to represent different types of owners, from single professionals to busy families.
Wireframing & UX Design:
Designed wireframes focusing on ease of navigation, ensuring users could quickly log activities or set reminders.
Developed user flows for key tasks, such as adding a walk, logging feeding times, or scheduling vet appointments.
UI Design & Branding:
Chose a warm, inviting color palette paired with playful but clean typography.
Designed simple iconography to represent key features like food, walks, and medical care.
Incorporated pet-themed elements (like paw print buttons) to give the app personality without sacrificing usability.User-Centric Design
Key Features
Daily Schedule & Reminders (Set feeding times, walk schedules, and medication reminders with customizable notifications)
Health & Medical Tracker (Log vet appointments, vaccinations, and track medical history all in one place)
Activity Log (Record walks, meals, playtime, and even bathroom breaks to monitor your dog’s routines)
Shared Access (Allow multiple users to manage the same dog profile—perfect for families or roommates)
Push Notifications (Timely reminders for walks, feedings, and appointments so nothing gets missed)
Final Deliverables
High fidelity prototype
UI Design System
Mockups
Conclusion
PetLoop bridges the gap between busy schedules and attentive pet care, giving dog owners a reliable tool to manage their dog’s needs effortlessly. This project challenged me to think deeply about user behavior, particularly in the context of daily routines, and how design can simplify life’s little responsibilities. The result is a playful, functional app that keeps tails wagging and owners organized.
