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Work · November 20, 2024

Mac Pet

A menu bar pet that wakes and sleeps as you work

Mac Pet launched on November 20, 2024 with 465 votes, #60 of 4,990 launches that month and more than 95% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 1 year on.

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Mac Pet is a menu bar application that displays an animated pixel pet living in your Mac's menu bar. The pet walks and remains active while you work, then curls up to sleep during breaks. Users can choose from cats and dogs in different colors to personalize their companion. Designed for Mac users seeking a lighthearted way to add personality to their desktop.

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Transform your menu bar into a cozy home for an adorable pixel pet. Your new companion walks along while you're active and curls up to sleep when you take breaks. Pick from cats and dogs in various colors to match your style.

A pixel pet for your macOS menu bar or MacBook notch: Tamagotchi-style companion with a built-in Pomodoro timer, focus sessions, activity streaks, and lightweight virtual-pet charm. Seamless notch mode on newer MacBooks — not another cluttered dock window.

A pixel pet in your macOS menu bar or notch: Pomodoro timer, activity streaks, and Tamagotchi-style company while you work—always one glance away, never buried in the dock. From sleepy cats to energetic dogs, pick a pixel pet that matches your personality. Each with unique animations and behaviors that bring life to your menu bar. Stay focused with our integrated pomodoro timer! Set custom focus and break durations to match your workflow. Let your pet guide you through productive work sessions. Monitor your productivity habits with beautiful activity visualizations. Track your daily usage, build streaks, and see your 5-week activity history displayed like a contribution graph. Mac Pet picks…from mac-pet.com

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