# \#project\_animals **URL:** https://community.smartthings.com/tag/project-animals/536.md [Latest](https://community.smartthings.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.smartthings.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.smartthings.com/tags.md) --- ## [Open a Drain or Pump Water out of a small Bowl?](https://community.smartthings.com/t/open-a-drain-or-pump-water-out-of-a-small-bowl/229082)
**Author:** [@jgruberman](https://community.smartthings.com/u/jgruberman)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2026, 12:13pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/open-a-drain-or-pump-water-out-of-a-small-bowl/229082 "2026-07-30T12:13:57Z")
I am trying to come up with an idea to drain a bowl or basin and can’t figure out any sort of smart device/contraption to do this with. I have figured out how to get water into a basin, with an always on hose spigot, a s… --- ## [2025: Automating a Chicken Coop Door?](https://community.smartthings.com/t/2025-automating-a-chicken-coop-door/302184)
**Author:** [@Wajo357](https://community.smartthings.com/u/Wajo357)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 25, 2025, 3:47pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/2025-automating-a-chicken-coop-door/302184 "2025-06-25T15:47:32Z")
It’s been 5 years for this thread. However, I just got chickens and would like to know what our smartthings chicken owners are doing and automating, specifically regarding the coop door. Thanks! --- ## [\[OBSOLETE\] Automatic Chicken Coop Door](https://community.smartthings.com/t/obsolete-automatic-chicken-coop-door/213407)
**Author:** [@Oxcarz](https://community.smartthings.com/u/Oxcarz)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 8, 2020, 2:52pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/obsolete-automatic-chicken-coop-door/213407 "2020-12-08T14:52:34Z")
Plenty of ideas here in the community but they seemed a bit complicated. Easiest solution I found was: I had a cutting board which slides nicely in the aluminum track. Track is from Hone Depot. So I just bought th… --- ## [Large Dog Door Project](https://community.smartthings.com/t/large-dog-door-project/177406)
**Author:** [@Doc203](https://community.smartthings.com/u/Doc203)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 4, 2025, 6:39am UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/large-dog-door-project/177406 "2025-05-04T06:39:16Z")
I thought I would share my latest project. We have looked all over for a RF/Smart dog door for our Great Dane. We were going to do a simple traditional door but it would have to be big enough for a human to enter and it … --- ## [Invisible Fence Doorman Pet Door controlled with Relay Switch--tracking its state?](https://community.smartthings.com/t/invisible-fence-doorman-pet-door-controlled-with-relay-switch-tracking-its-state/74530)
**Author:** [@bassman2155](https://community.smartthings.com/u/bassman2155)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2025, 5:46pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/invisible-fence-doorman-pet-door-controlled-with-relay-switch-tracking-its-state/74530 "2025-03-16T17:46:01Z")
I have an existing pet door that opens and closes based on the proximity of a dog collar. I can toggle a single button on the pet door to leave the door on automatic (based on the collar) or locked (I lock at night) … --- ## [zigbee/Z wave pet feeder (2022)](https://community.smartthings.com/t/zigbee-z-wave-pet-feeder-2022/248675)
**Author:** [@homeagain](https://community.smartthings.com/u/homeagain)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2024, 6:16pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/zigbee-z-wave-pet-feeder-2022/248675 "2024-09-08T18:16:42Z")
There are several older topics on this with broken links, but I was wondering if A) someone had found a ST compatible pet feeder (cat) that will be supported with Edge drivers B) it ideally uses ZigBee/ Zwave C) is line … --- ## [FAQ: Button for Paws?](https://community.smartthings.com/t/faq-button-for-paws/106261)
**Author:** [@kkthxby3](https://community.smartthings.com/u/kkthxby3)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 21, 2017, 10:18pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/faq-button-for-paws/106261 "2017-11-21T22:18:53Z")
Hi, I’m looking for a button to train dog to press to trigger a voice notification… I’ve seen some, like that Logitech Pop Button, but I don’t want the hassle of a secondary hub. I’ve also heard about that Fibaro but … --- ## [Internet controlled donkey treat dispenser for a nonprofit and for smiles](https://community.smartthings.com/t/internet-controlled-donkey-treat-dispenser-for-a-nonprofit-and-for-smiles/279467)
**Author:** [@Moo](https://community.smartthings.com/u/Moo)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2024, 12:16am UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/internet-controlled-donkey-treat-dispenser-for-a-nonprofit-and-for-smiles/279467 "2024-03-21T00:16:01Z")
Edited. I bought a remote button activated treat dispenser. New question at the bottom for KISS principle. My goal is to allow people access to a public camera on my donkey and to have the option to send a donation to a… --- ## [CoopBoss after Groovy?](https://community.smartthings.com/t/coopboss-after-groovy/255709)
**Author:** [@TracySmith](https://community.smartthings.com/u/TracySmith)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2023, 1:33pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/coopboss-after-groovy/255709 "2023-02-02T13:33:44Z")
Who is using the CoopBoss (circa 2016-17 timeframe) by John Rucker? We still are and will miss its functionality when groovy is shut down. What are your plans? I am technical, but definitely not a coder. The CoopBoss … --- ## [AC powered temperature sensor for beehive](https://community.smartthings.com/t/ac-powered-temperature-sensor-for-beehive/258051)
**Author:** [@Rclh57](https://community.smartthings.com/u/Rclh57)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2023, 2:31pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/ac-powered-temperature-sensor-for-beehive/258051 "2023-02-05T14:31:08Z")
Looking for suggestions for a temperature sensor that can be powered by a 110v outlet. I have beehives outside and want to check their temperatures over the winter without having to open them up to replace a multi-purpos… --- ## [\[OBSOLETE\] Dome Mouser (Official)](https://community.smartthings.com/t/obsolete-dome-mouser-official/75732)
**Author:** [@krlaframboise](https://community.smartthings.com/u/krlaframboise)\ **Replies:** 112\ **Last updated:** [January 1, 2023, 9:39pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/obsolete-dome-mouser-official/75732 "2023-01-01T21:39:55Z")
I won’t be converting the Dome Mouser DTH into an Edge Driver so it will stop working once the Groovy platform is retired, but it doesn’t need a custom driver. This is the Official device handler for the Dome Mouser (M… --- ## [Play sound if dog gets near litter box](https://community.smartthings.com/t/play-sound-if-dog-gets-near-litter-box/243977)
**Author:** [@dij](https://community.smartthings.com/u/dij)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2022, 8:12pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/play-sound-if-dog-gets-near-litter-box/243977 "2022-06-21T20:12:20Z")
I have a small dog and cat. Sometimes the dog sneaks in to check out the contents of the litter box. He normally learns quickly, but I’ve never caught him in the act which makes it difficult to train him that he’s not al… --- ## [Pet door project](https://community.smartthings.com/t/pet-door-project/25747)
**Author:** [@blaster88](https://community.smartthings.com/u/blaster88)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2021, 1:56am UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/pet-door-project/25747 "2021-12-17T01:56:11Z")
Starting a DIY automated pet door. Have a 1st gen ST hub, and have just a few devices on it - a lightbulb, a Schlage lock, and a Chamberlain garage door. Those are all prebuilt systems, this would be first DIY. I a… --- ## [\[BETA RELEASE\] Whistle 3 Pet Tracker - Presence and Battery DTH](https://community.smartthings.com/t/beta-release-whistle-3-pet-tracker-presence-and-battery-dth/156031)
**Author:** [@swamplynx](https://community.smartthings.com/u/swamplynx)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2020, 12:54pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/beta-release-whistle-3-pet-tracker-presence-and-battery-dth/156031 "2020-08-16T12:54:19Z")
I’ve written a very basic device handler to pull Whistle presence and battery info from Whistle directly into ST, every minute. Due to my very limited programming skills, you need to do a bit of leg work to get a few ID … --- ## [Smart Beehive?](https://community.smartthings.com/t/smart-beehive/224514)
**Author:** [@Olicoley](https://community.smartthings.com/u/Olicoley)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2021, 7:41pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/smart-beehive/224514 "2021-08-04T19:41:11Z")
Ok slightly strange one! Mother in law has a bee hive and has been interested in some smart hives. Thing is these hives are very expensive and I think it could be done much cheaper /better with smartthings. I think thei… --- ## [Proximity sensor that doesn't bother dog/cat's hearing?](https://community.smartthings.com/t/proximity-sensor-that-doesnt-bother-dog-cats-hearing/207987)
**Author:** [@ThymeHog](https://community.smartthings.com/u/ThymeHog)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2021, 6:54pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/proximity-sensor-that-doesnt-bother-dog-cats-hearing/207987 "2021-06-28T18:54:43Z")
Hey everyone! I’m looking for a proximity sensor that doesn’t use sound within the 45Hz to 64kHz range, but would work with an arduino without too much issue. Any suggestions would be helpful. The project I have in min… --- ## [\[OBSOLETE\] 3 or more state virtual "button"?](https://community.smartthings.com/t/obsolete-3-or-more-state-virtual-button/78073)
**Author:** [@wjarrettc](https://community.smartthings.com/u/wjarrettc)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2021, 11:01am UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/obsolete-3-or-more-state-virtual-button/78073 "2021-04-26T11:01:02Z")
I have found myself using virtual buttons to monitor and report states for simple applications. For example, “has the mail been delivered today.” The buttons are triggered by rules in CoRE based on acceleration sensor… --- ## [Turning a dumb litter box into a smart litter box?](https://community.smartthings.com/t/turning-a-dumb-litter-box-into-a-smart-litter-box/158929)
**Author:** [@sweetdiss](https://community.smartthings.com/u/sweetdiss)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2019, 7:11pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/turning-a-dumb-litter-box-into-a-smart-litter-box/158929 "2019-03-29T19:11:19Z")
I’m still very new to smart home stuff, and have been getting a bit carried away with all kinds of crazy ideas. Such as… is it possible to turn a “dumb” litter box into a smart litter box? I have this litter box (which… --- ## [SmartThings + SenEye (Aquarium Monitoring)](https://community.smartthings.com/t/smartthings-seneye-aquarium-monitoring/17936)
**Author:** [@AutomateEverything](https://community.smartthings.com/u/AutomateEverything)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2020, 8:57pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/smartthings-seneye-aquarium-monitoring/17936 "2020-09-02T20:57:47Z")
Hello all As some of you know ive been planning to get this idea rolled into the community for a while and ive finally found the time to do so . . . As many of you will know the average Aquarium keeper spends a fortune… --- ## [Connected Aquarium](https://community.smartthings.com/t/connected-aquarium/91799)
**Author:** [@allison](https://community.smartthings.com/u/allison)\ **Replies:** 48\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2020, 1:20am UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/connected-aquarium/91799 "2020-08-20T01:20:28Z")
I had a heater failure in my aquarium recently and decided to automate everything. I bought two replacement heaters, a Fibaro door sensor with remote temperature probe, and an Aeotec Smart Strip. Now, I can get alerts if… --- ## [PetSafe SmartDoor Model HPA15-13808 (DTH in post 27)](https://community.smartthings.com/t/petsafe-smartdoor-model-hpa15-13808-dth-in-post-27/9719)
**Author:** [@aquaria1984](https://community.smartthings.com/u/aquaria1984)\ **Replies:** 129\ **Last updated:** [December 9, 2019, 3:02am UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/petsafe-smartdoor-model-hpa15-13808-dth-in-post-27/9719 "2019-12-09T03:02:07Z")
Well I can verify at Lowes's does in fact sell this door. And it does get picked up on smartthings when you try to add a new device it appears it only needs to be programmed. It utilizes zigbee. I am in dire need as to h… --- ## [SmartThings and an Aquarium.....lets see if the reliability is enough!](https://community.smartthings.com/t/smartthings-and-an-aquarium-lets-see-if-the-reliability-is-enough/40995)
**Author:** [@Fuzzyligic](https://community.smartthings.com/u/Fuzzyligic)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2019, 6:40am UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/smartthings-and-an-aquarium-lets-see-if-the-reliability-is-enough/40995 "2019-08-01T06:40:48Z")
A little story to tell, I recently moved house (well not that recently, 2 years ago) in this new house the only place to put my fish tank is very near a radiator. now to cut a story short my little fellas got cooked, bei… --- ## [Dog Doorbell (Button), Suggestions Needed (2019)](https://community.smartthings.com/t/dog-doorbell-button-suggestions-needed-2019/167422)
**Author:** [@adntigger710](https://community.smartthings.com/u/adntigger710)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2019, 12:56pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/dog-doorbell-button-suggestions-needed-2019/167422 "2019-07-04T12:56:30Z")
@JDRoberts, I just read your insanely helpful contribution in this thread. I was wondering, since this was almost 2 years ago, if you have any updates for us on the doggie button front? For my specific case, I have an 8… --- ## [Need help choosing a sensor for a pet feeding project](https://community.smartthings.com/t/need-help-choosing-a-sensor-for-a-pet-feeding-project/159360)
**Author:** [@sweetdiss](https://community.smartthings.com/u/sweetdiss)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2019, 8:13pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/need-help-choosing-a-sensor-for-a-pet-feeding-project/159360 "2019-03-29T20:13:16Z")
Typically my wife feeds our dog in the morning, and my son feeds him at night. Unfortunately, sometimes we forget who did what and I’ll get texts throughout the day saying “I think I forgot to feed the dog… can you do it… --- ## [Dog Collar presence?](https://community.smartthings.com/t/dog-collar-presence/41314)
**Author:** [@mdawson](https://community.smartthings.com/u/mdawson)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2019, 9:59pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/dog-collar-presence/41314 "2019-02-28T21:59:04Z")
Anyone got a solution for making sure the dog is still in the yard? The ST key fob isn't durable enough, and a FitBit seems slow and overkill, plus not really integrated with ST. I'm about to buy a couple of these beac… --- ## [Whistle Pet Tracker Integration?](https://community.smartthings.com/t/whistle-pet-tracker-integration/9223)
**Author:** [@brianf2](https://community.smartthings.com/u/brianf2)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2019, 9:58pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/whistle-pet-tracker-integration/9223 "2019-02-28T21:58:28Z")
I got a Whistle pet tracker for Christmas for our golden retriever. It is like a Fitbit or Jawbone for your pet. Pretty cool. The device communicates via bluetooth and wifi and syncs hourly with a phone. Using IFTTT… --- ## [Aquarium Automation Project Help](https://community.smartthings.com/t/aquarium-automation-project-help/154173)
**Author:** [@Luis\_Cotto](https://community.smartthings.com/u/Luis_Cotto)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2019, 10:28pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/aquarium-automation-project-help/154173 "2019-02-15T22:28:33Z")
Hello Everyone, After a fair amount of time reading many threads on the interwebs, I have finally given up and decided to ask for some help of my own. I typically don’t ask much on the internet since most people I feel … --- ## [Pet Proof Motion Sensor uk](https://community.smartthings.com/t/pet-proof-motion-sensor-uk/112449)
**Author:** [@gromit248](https://community.smartthings.com/u/gromit248)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 2, 2018, 1:41pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/pet-proof-motion-sensor-uk/112449 "2018-11-02T13:41:53Z")
Is there a reasonably priced pet proof motion sesnor thats reliable. The ST one is way too sensitive for switching the lights on at night with my cats. thanks --- ## [Hacking my cat feeder to make it Smart](https://community.smartthings.com/t/hacking-my-cat-feeder-to-make-it-smart/139377)
**Author:** [@smarthousetech](https://community.smartthings.com/u/smarthousetech)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2018, 6:37pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/hacking-my-cat-feeder-to-make-it-smart/139377 "2018-10-14T18:37:47Z")
Hi All, I have finished writing my blog post on how I ‘Hacked’ our cat feeder to make it smart using the Sonoff 1 channel itching relay. http://www.smarthousetech.co.uk/smart-cat-feeder/ You can watch a video of it in … --- ## [Smart devices for reptile enclosure?](https://community.smartthings.com/t/smart-devices-for-reptile-enclosure/137664)
**Author:** [@oldirtdog](https://community.smartthings.com/u/oldirtdog)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2018, 5:12pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/smart-devices-for-reptile-enclosure/137664 "2018-10-12T17:12:22Z")
I recently acquired a bearded dragon in an aquarium. I am trying to learn about how to best care for this new pet and am seeing some opportunities for smart device integration. I need lamps. There is one lamp for dayl… [Next page](https://community.smartthings.com/tag/project-animals/536.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=project_animals)