Meet Scarlett Tiani, student behind an award-winning dog safety invention
In a remarkable achievement, Connecticut student Scarlett Tiani has garnered national attention for her inventive pet safety solution, Tail Wag Warning. Designed to enhance safety during unexpected dog interactions, Tiani's creation received numerous accolades at the prestigious national Invention Convention. With legal support at her side, she is now set to embark on the journey of securing a…
Sixth-grade student Scarlett Tiani from West Rocks Middle School in Norwalk has invented a safety system called Tail Wag Warning to prevent unexpected encounters between dogs and people visiting homes. Tiani's invention earned her two major awards at the 2026 Invention Convention U.S. Nationals in Detroit, one of only four students selected to represent Norwalk Public Schools.
She also received the Patent Application Award, sponsored by international law firm WilmerHale, which provides up to $10,000 and legal support for a patent application. The Tail Wag Warning system consists of a customizable mailbox magnet, a QR code for digital information, and a smart warning light to alert postal workers, delivery drivers, first responders, and neighbors when a dog is outside.
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