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As robotic and virtual pet technology advances, questions arise about whether artificial companions can genuinely substitute for the emotional and sensory dimensions of live animal ownership. For pet owners in particular, the relationship with an animal involves physical interaction, routine, and mutual responsiveness, qualities that virtual alternatives attempt to replicate through design and programming.
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Pet Care in China 2026
Explore how pet parents across China are spending, choosing, caring, and planning for their pets in 2026, with market-specific reports available by topic, country, or individual section.
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