Northumberland brothers to pitch AI cat flap on Dragons’ Den

Martin and Tomas Rosinski, co-founders of OnlyCat, will appear on the BBC One show on Thursday, February 12, to present their smart pet product to Dragons Peter Jones, Deborah Meaden, Touker Suleyman, Steven Bartlett and Susie Ma.

Their product is designed to use AI to detect and prevent cats from bringing prey into the home.

Martin and Tomas Rosinski, co-founders of OnlyCat (Image: OnlyCat)

Martin Rosinski, co-founder of OnlyCat, said: “Jinx is brilliant – but like many cats, she had a habit of proudly bringing home things we didn’t want brought in.

“That was the spark.

“We wanted to solve a real, everyday problem for cat owners in a way that was smart, practical, and genuinely life-improving.”

The OnlyCat flap includes an AI camera that scans each time a cat tries to enter.

If prey is detected, the flap remains locked and the owner can receive a video alert.

It also features microchip-based access control, allowing users to decide which cats can come and go.

Tom Rosinski, co-founder of OnlyCat, said: “Our goal was simple: keep the freedom cats love, while giving owners back control at the front door.

“OnlyCat is already the fastest-growing startup we’ve ever built.

“We wanted to solve a real, everyday problem for cat owners” (Image: OnlyCat)

“We’re building an incredible team, we’re seeing phenomenal feedback from customers, and demand is growing rapidly.”

The business launched through crowdfunding and has since generated more than £2 million in revenue.

The company now manufactures in the UK and ships its products worldwide.

Martin and Tomas are now supported by a senior management team, as well as engineers, designers, and software specialists.

Customer reviews have described OnlyCat as “life-changing” and “worth every penny.”

On Dragons’ Den, the brothers say they will seek investment to boost manufacturing, grow international sales, and take the business to its next stage.

The outcome of their pitch remains under wraps until the episode airs.

Dragons’ Den viewers can tune in to BBC One or BBC iPlayer at 8:00pm on Thursday, February 12 to see whether the Rosinski brothers secure investment.