6. Innovating in the Pet Industry and Exploring the World of Pet Therapy Animals

Chris and Kristen explore the world of pet tech innovation with Ben Seidman, Founder of Mella Pet Care. Their Mella Home Thermometer – the first accurate underarm pet thermometer – recently closed the brand a deal with Mark Cuban on Shark Tank. Hear from Ben as he tells the story behind producing the Mella Home Thermometer and additional product offerings in their pet health ecosystem. Next, we talk with Gwyn Donahue of Pet Partners and 22-year therapy animal handler Adriana and her dog Darla. Pet Partners is the leading national non-profit organization registering therapy animal teams with over 8,000 volunteers across the U.S. and 12 countries. Learn about the important work of therapy animal teams and how to get involved with the organization.

Special Guests:

- Ben Seidman, Founder & Chief Operating Officer at Mella Pet Care

- Gwyn Donahue (Chief Marketing Officer) and Adriana & Darla (Volunteer Therapy Animal Team) with Pet Partners

 

Pet Product Recommendations:

- Brutus Bone Broth

- Essentials First Aid Kit by Healer’s Pet Care

 

Q&A Topics:

- Cat toy recommendations for non-playful cats to promote exercise (Submitted by Matt from New York, NY)

- New product trends pet parents can expect this year (Submitted by Lorenzo from San Francisco, CA)

 

Related Links:

- Mella Pet Care

- Pet Partners

- Pets Add Life

 

Social Channels:

- Follow Mella Pet Care on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, X & LinkedIn

- Follow Pet Partners on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok & LinkedIn

- Follow Pets Add Life on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok & X

 

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Presented by: American Pet Products Association (APPA) & DOGTV