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Paro is the most interactive "healing pet" made to date, designed to be used for animal therapy without needing actual animals that require special attention. It learns from you, and is truly an interactive pet in its responses as well. Paro is modeled on a baby seal, and totally fits the part! It's incredibly soft and lifelike, has an array of sensors, and develops a personality over time that corresponds with how people play with Paro. Visit Paro's homepage for a great introduction.
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A short list of Paro's functions
Has a diurnal rythym of morning, afternoon, and night
Five kinds of sensors: tactile, light, audition, temperature, and posture
Can recognize light and dark
Can feel being stroked and the amount of pressure
Understands when it is being held
Can recognize the direction of sound
Recognizes its name, greetings, and praise
Remembers interactions and adapts
Imitates the voice of a real baby seal
Expresses feelings though noises, body movements, and facial expressions
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Paro's robotic movements
Moves head multi-directionally
Moves flippers (front and rear)
Creates highly emotional facial expressions with blinking eyes
Each Paro's facial expressions are unique
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Paro's features
Durable yet soft artificial fur which is anti-bacterial and soil resistant
Strong internal robotics that can handle long-term use
Has an electromagnetic shield (safe for pacemakers)
Manual (English and Japanese)
Pacifier charger (pink and yellow)
Internal rechargeable battery
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