Siwalu Software

What is Siwalu Software?

Siwalu Software is an AI-powered tool that identifies animal species from photos. Its mobile apps — Dog Scanner, Cat Scanner, and Horse Scanner — recognize a pet’s breed instantly and provide insights into its characteristics and background, without the need for costly DNA tests. With over 17 million downloads, Siwalu is a popular way for pet owners and nature lovers to identify animals and join a worldwide community focused on appreciating biodiversity.

Who created Siwalu Software?

Siwalu Software was founded by Matthias Weier. The company, Siwalu Software GmbH, develops the Dog Scanner, Cat Scanner, and Horse Scanner apps and also offers advertising and API services. More information is available at siwalusoftware.com.

What is Siwalu Software used for?

• Instant breed recognition: Identify dog, cat, and horse breeds — including mixed breeds — within seconds.
• Heritage insights: Learn about an animal’s traits and characteristics without expensive DNA analysis.
• Community: Share scanning results and connect with a global community of animal enthusiasts.
• Biodiversity monitoring: Automatic animal recognition supports real-time monitoring of global biodiversity and can help detect concerning changes.
• Ongoing updates: The apps receive regular updates with improvements and new features.

Over 1.9 million animals are identified each month through the apps, making the tool useful for pet owners, animal rescuers, and anyone interested in nature.