Completely. Audio analysis runs on-device using Apple CoreML. Video is end-to-end encrypted. Voice recordings stay on the phone. We don't sell data.

A calm place for your pet

Your pet deserves
peace when you leave

Sitta detects when your dog is anxious, plays scientifically-backed calming sounds, and keeps you updated — all from a spare phone.

On-device AI. End-to-end encrypted. Audio never leaves the phone.

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You have to leave.
They don't have to be alone.

Every pet owner knows the feeling — the look they give you at the door, the quiet worry that follows you to work. Sitta watches over your dog while you're away, calms them with sounds backed by veterinary research, and lets you check in anytime.

So you can close the door knowing someone's there.

Research shows up to 1 in 3 dogs exhibits signs of separation-related distress (Bradshaw et al., Veterinary Record). Sitta was built on peer-reviewed canine behavioral science to help.

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Two phones, one calm home

Sitta runs on two phones. One stays with your pet, one stays with you.
No hardware to buy, no extra cloud fees.

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Stays home with your pet

Companion mode

✓ Listens for distress using on-device AI
✓ Plays calming sounds automatically
✓ Streams encrypted video on demand
✓ Sends real-time updates to you

Goes with you

Owner mode

✓ See your pet's mood at a glance
✓ Peek in with live encrypted video
✓ Listen to what's happening at home
✓ Get notified when they need a moment

Works with any iPhone or iPad running iOS 17 or later. A retired phone makes a perfect companion device.

What Sitta does for your pet

Quietly, in the background.

Detects anxiety

On-device AI listens for distress in real time — barking, whining, howling. Uses Apple's sound analysis framework. No cloud processing, ever.

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Calms automatically

Plays scientifically-backed sounds matched to your pet's preferences. Classical piano, nature, white noise — all rotating to prevent habituation.

Tracks progress

Weekly trends show calmer days and longer rest stretches. See how your pet improves over time with daily recaps and activity timelines.

Peer-reviewed research

GDPR & CCPA compliant

Canine behavioral science

Designed around calm

Every screen reflects how your pet is feeling. Blue when resting, warm amber when they need attention.

Resting

Needs a moment

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Sound therapy

No camera.
No hardware.
Just your phone.

Sitta turns a spare phone into a smart pet companion. No devices to buy, no subscriptions to stack, no cloud to trust.

Works on any spare iPhone from 2018 or later
Set up in under 60 seconds with QR code pairing
All AI runs on-device — nothing leaves your home
Scientifically backed — peer-reviewed research, not generic playlists

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Sound therapy, backed by science

Eleven calming sounds across six categories. All based on peer-reviewed veterinary research. Your dog's preferences, not ours.

Rain & Nature

Gentle Rain, Slow Ocean, Forest Morning

Sound masking for environmental triggers

Classical & Piano

Piano Lullaby, Nocturne, Adagio

Strongest evidence — reduces barking, slows breathing (Bowman et al., 2015)

White Noise

Warm Noise, Brown Noise

Masks triggering sounds like traffic and doorbells

Calming Rhythm

Slow Tempo, Soft Groove

Steady low-tempo rhythms reduce stress markers (Bowman et al., 2017)

Nature & Birdsong

Birdsong Morning

Natural sound environments promote calm resting behavior

Ambient & Heartbeat

Resting Heartbeat, Deep Calm

Low-frequency rhythmic patterns mimic maternal proximity (Brayley & Montrose, 2016)

Your voice is their calm

Record a personalized message your dog hears when you're away. Studies show a familiar owner's voice is the single most effective way to reduce separation anxiety.

Tiira et al. (2021, Applied Animal Behaviour Science) found owner voice recordings reduced distress behaviors by 95.7%. Stored locally, never uploaded.

Peek in, anytime

Tap to see your pet. 60 seconds of encrypted live video, on demand. Extend for one more minute if you need it. The camera only activates when you ask — a visible indicator on the companion phone shows when it's active.

Live video — see your pet in real time
Hear the room — mute or unmute with a tap
End-to-end encrypted — never recorded

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Privacy is foundational

Sitta is a wellness product, not a surveillance tool. Your pet's data never leaves your devices.

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On-device AI

Audio analysis runs locally using Apple's frameworks. Nothing is sent to the cloud.

End-to-end encrypted

All video streaming uses AES-GCM encryption. Only your devices hold the keys.

No continuous recording

The microphone listens for patterns, not conversations. Camera only activates when you tap Peek.

Your data stays yours

No data selling. Voice recordings never leave the device. GDPR and CCPA compliant.

Cat mode is coming.

Feline-specific sound therapy, calibrated to how cats process sound. Be the first to know.

We'll only email you about Cat Mode. No spam, ever.

Less than one coffee a month.

Try Sitta free for 7 days. Cancel anytime.

Best value

Annual

$39.99 / year

$3.33/month

Save 44% vs. monthly

✓ On-device AI — your dog's data stays private
✓ All sound categories included
✓ Multi-pet support, no limits
✓ Peek with encrypted live video

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Monthly

$5.99 / month

Billed monthly, cancel anytime

✓ Same features as annual
✓ No long-term commitment
✓ Try before you decide

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For less than your morning coffee, your dog gets all-day calm.

Questions

Why does Sitta need two phones?

One phone stays home to listen and soothe your dog. The other goes with you so you can check in. No hardware to buy, no extra cloud fees — just two phones and a calm presence for your pet.

Does Sitta record my home?

No. The microphone listens for specific distress patterns — not conversations. The camera only activates when you manually tap Peek, for 60 seconds at a time. Video is end-to-end encrypted and never stored.

Does Sitta work with cats?

Sitta launches with dog-specific sound therapy and anxiety detection. Cat mode is in development — feline-specific sounds calibrated to how cats process audio differently from dogs. Sign up above to be the first to know when Cat Mode launches.

Can I use an old phone as the companion?

Yes — any iPhone or iPad running iOS 17 or later works. A retired phone sitting on a shelf makes a perfect companion device. An iPad is especially good — bigger speaker for sound therapy.

What if my dog isn't anxious?

Sitta quietly monitors in the background and does nothing. No sounds play unless distress is detected. You'll see "Resting" on your dashboard — that's the best outcome.

What sounds does Sitta play?

Nine calming sounds across five categories, all backed by peer-reviewed veterinary research: classical piano, nature sounds, white noise, calming rhythms, and birdsong. Plus your own recorded voice — the most effective calming tool available.

How much battery does the companion phone use?

Sitta is designed for all-day use. The companion phone uses approximately 10–15% battery per hour with the screen dimmed and sound therapy active. We recommend plugging in the companion phone for sessions longer than 4 hours.

Do both phones need Wi-Fi?

The companion phone needs a Wi-Fi or cellular connection to send updates and enable Peek. The owner phone works on any internet connection — Wi-Fi, cellular, or even on a different network. They don't need to be on the same Wi-Fi.

Is my data private?

Completely. Audio analysis runs on-device using Apple's CoreML. Video is end-to-end encrypted. Voice recordings stay on the phone. We don't sell data. Period.

Can I use Sitta with multiple pets?

Yes — unlimited pets per account. Each gets their own profile, sound preferences, and timeline.

How much storage does Sitta need?

Sitta's core app is under 50 MB. Sound files add approximately 15–20 MB. The app works well on older iPhones with limited storage — it was designed for exactly that use case.

What if I cancel?

The trial is truly free for 7 days, and you can cancel anytime with no charge.

Your pet is waiting.

Start your free trial today. No hardware needed — just download Sitta on your spare phone and go.

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Works with any iPhone or iPad running iOS 17 or later.

Android? We're building it.

Sitta launches on iOS first. Android is in development. Join the waitlist and we'll let you know the moment it's ready.

We'll only email you about Android availability.

Your pet deserves peace when you leave

You have to leave. They don't have to be alone.