Furr Buddies Case Study

Project Overview

Furr Buddies is a thoughtfully designed mobile application created as a collaborative project between two designers. The aim was to build a user-friendly platform that brings together essential pet care services in one place. From tracking health and setting reminders to finding local sitters, vets, and accessing pet-related products, the app is designed to simplify the lives of pet owners while building a sense of community around shared care and companionship.

Context

As pet lovers, we recognized how difficult it can be for owners to manage their pets' needs while balancing busy lifestyles. Whether it's remembering vaccination dates, finding reliable sitters, or simply accessing quality care products, there was a clear need for a single, trustworthy platform. Furr Buddies was developed in response to these everyday challenges — providing pet owners with a comprehensive tool that not only supports their responsibilities but also connects them to others who share a passion for pets.

Key Deliverables

• —   User Research & Analysis: Conducted surveys using google forms, empathy maps, and developed personas.
• —   UX Design Process: Defined user flows, customer journey maps, information architecture, card sorting, and scenario-based storyboards.
• —   UI Design: Created low- and high-fidelity wireframes, visual mockups, and branding elements.
• —   Collaborative Workflow: Shared responsibilities across design, research, and documentation.