The Download: Addictive New App For Animal Lovers

Forget Facebook’s fake news and stream of updates on other people’s kids—we’re here for the pet pics!

With his paw-some new app called ZooPix, founder Will Reilly delivers a feel-good, animal-focused social media experience. Available for free through the app store, this fun app is all about the animals. Designed especially for pet people, ZooPix combines pet-focused social media, a rescue mission that helps adoptable animals find homes, animal-related services, and a pet show that will have you accumulating likes.  

Essentially, it’s like a big pet park: create a profile for your pup (or cat, or reptile, or miniature pony…) and connect with other animal lovers. We especially love how every time someone likes your photos, an animal-sound plays to alert you—depending upon your pet, it could be a meow, bark or chirp. The weekly Pet Show is super fun, but be warned, competition is fierce. After all, whose pet doesn’t want to be a Zooperstar and win virtual trophies and ribbons?  

ZooPix is also finding homes for pets in need by encouraging pet rescue and adoptions. Check out the “needs love” feature where shelters can join and showcase their available residents with the goal to find them loving forever homes. But again, be forewarned: this app is addictive! With a rating of 4.9 on the App Store, you know everyone’s having a good time.