Pet connection: um sistema que auxilia na junção de animais e tutores por meio da adoção ou busca por animais perdidos

Abstract

Lost animals can generate traffic problems, emotional distress for their owners, and additional costs for shelters and individuals who keep them in their homes hoping to find their owner (PORTA, 2022). Actively searching for lost or found animals is inefficient, as it is a tedious and exhausting task, especially for owners with busy schedules. Additionally, there is a limited variety of assistance options in existing applications, which typically offer a restricted set of functionalities. In order to address these issues, a web application has been developed to provide personalized notifications and postings based on the user's geolocation, making it easier to reunite lost animals with their owners. The application was tested by individuals of different ages and from states in the northern and northeastern regions of Brazil. After testing, each individual completed a questionnaire evaluating the application's performance in achieving its objective and providing suggestions for improvement. Based on the gathered responses, it was concluded that the idea was well-received and received positive evaluations. However, there are some aspects of its interface and functionalities that need improvement.