This Shelter Just Gave Cats a Voice and It’s Powered by AI

Sylvester.ai, a Calgary based pet tech company specializing in feline pain detection, has partnered with Animal Care Centers of NYC (ACC), the largest animal shelter system in New York City, to bring AI powered pain detection to cats awaiting adoption. The collaboration gives ACC free access to Sylvester.ai’s proprietary technology, allowing shelter staff and veterinary teams to assess feline pain quickly and consistently using nothing more than a smartphone photo.