Pet Lover Geek: Recent Episodes
Lorien Clemens
What an exciting time to be a technology geek and a pet parent! There's a tech boom in the pet industry with innovative apps, websites and products, as well as cutting-edge scientific research and advances for fur kids. Pet Lover Geek digs into 21st century pet product tech trends. New and established pet parents will learn about new innovations, important scientific developments, fun, quirky and definitely geeky tools, products and services for their furry family members. Digital lost pet prevention and recovery tools help get missing pets home quickly. Robots, gadgets and gizmos are for you, your home and your pet. The science behind why what's good for you can be deadly for Fluffy. We feature websites and smartphone apps that are worth it, or are a waste of time and money. If it's geeky, techie, doggie and kitty, we'll be talking about it. Join Lorien Clemens and a menagerie of innovators, experts and pet enthusiasts as they talk tech on Pet Lover Geek.
Launched in 2016, the Pet Care Innovation Prize is a competition to support and connect innovative early stage companies that have products and/or services already in market. The PCIP is powered by a global leader in pet care – Nestlé Purina PetCare. On this show, Lorien talks to the leader of the PCIP and the top five finalists for the 2019 prize!
We all love puppies and love to watch them play and grow. But when we bring a new puppy into our home, do we really know what they need? On today’s show, Lorien will talk with experts about everything from training your puppy to what they should be eating, so that you can be best prepared to care for you newest furry family member.
Being in the pet industry & attending lots of different pet product expos, I have seen how frequently new trends appear. Everything from raw diets to supplementation with things such as vitamins or CBD to safer packaging, the pet food industry is constantly changing and trying new things. But it can be hard to follow all of these changes and to know what is actually beneficial to your pet. Today Lorien talks with experts in the field about some of the big trends in the market today.
Anyone who owns a dog, wishes that they could take them anywhere and everywhere. Sadly, most places still can’t or won’t allow dogs. That is where today's guests come into play. Lorien sits down and talks with four women who are working hard to make more dog friendly towns & cities across America.
Our world is full of new technology these days. And with how fast the pet market is growing, the tech is bound to spill over to them too! We did some research and found some cool new techy products for pets and their parents. Lorien spends some time today talking with the people on the front line of these new businesses and shares all the geeky info with you!
Just like humans, there are many pets out there with special needs. From blindness to paralysis to arthritis and injuries. Finding ways to help our disabled or special needs pets is crucial to giving them the best life possible. During this episode Lorien talks with some pawsome businesses about their products and how they are helping these pets be their best selves!
We all know how much we love spending time with our pets. And we love to feel close to them. But bonding with pets is different than bonding with humans. Lorien sat down and chatted with some great people about how you can improve the bond with your pets (both canine & feline). Learn different techniques to help you and your furry family become closer than ever.
Our world is full of technology these days everywhere you look companies are turning to tech. You can find an app or webservice for just about any business or need these days. And they can be extremely useful. But what about those same services for our pets? We got together some of the coolest apps and webservices for pets and talked with the experts behind them. Now you AND your pets can have whatever you need right at your fingertips or pawtips.
SuperZoo 2018 has come & gone and there was so much to see! Lorien and Tom headed down to Las Vegas to check out all the new and exciting pet products currently or coming to the market. Sit down with them and Amy Tokic & prepare to learn more about their exciting discoveries and the cool new pet products they are most excited about!
Many of us love to hike. And most of us love to be able to take our four legged friends with us. But how do you know what to take? What steps do you need to take to make sure your pet will have an enjoyable and safe time? How can you find the best places to take your pups on an adventure with you? On today’s show we will be talking to some of the best in the biz when it comes to hiking with your beloved fur kids!
We don’t ever want to think of our pets getting lost. We may even make excuses that our dog never leaves our side or our cat is too fearful of leaving our home. However, the sad reality is that many pets go missing every year and they don’t always make it back home. July is Lost Pet Prevention Month and this year’s theme is anxiety in pets. Today’s show is going to focus on companies, products, people, and organizations that tackle the lost pet problem and are helping to comfort those pets who suffer from anxiety, including our very own sponsor PetHub. Keep your furkid close and be sure to take lots of notes.
Bringing a new dog into the home can be a big adventure. Knowing what steps to take, how to care for them, how to keep them safe, proper ID methods, and so much more! On today's show, Lorien will be talking with some experts in the field about all the important things you need to know when welcoming a new four-legged family member into your home!
Today we will be talking about pet obesity. In the last few years, it’s reached epidemic status and it is not only costing pet parents a lot of money - it’s costing our fur kids their lives. Listen carefully as we dive into how to identify if our pets are overweight, how to reverse it if they are, and how you can prevent it in the first place.
Last week I headed on over to Orlando Florida for Global Pet Expo 2018. Global Pet Expo holds over a thousand exhibitors featuring the newest products to hit the pet industry. Join me as I discuss with Amy Tokic, my findings and we dive into the latest innovations from the pet industry.
This week, Lorien interviews lots of great people at VMX, the largest veterinary show in the United States. Join us to hear about all the exciting new innovations & geeky new pet products that were displayed at the show!
Happy day pet lovers! In this winter-themed episode, we will be discussing the sport of dog mushing, winter and holiday pet safety, and some geeky gift ideas you can give your pet or your fellow pet lover friends and family this holiday season.
We want to keep our cats happy and loved throughout their lives, so today we will go over products that can help strengthen your bond with your cat.
We all want to give our dogs the best quality of life possible, so today we focus on toys and activities that will delight our furkids.
Puppy mills are one of the most inhumane places you will find in the world. The puppies in these mills tend to be taken from their mothers too soon, don’t get the vaccinations they need, are not given a proper social environment with other dogs and people, and are left for hours in unsanitary environments. We invited several guests to speak about puppy mills, why they are still around, and most importantly what we all can do to stop it.
Today, we will glance at the latest research on animal health and well-being. Some research topics we will cover are the possible cure for feline infectious peritonitis (FIP), microbiomes in animals, inside the minds of dogs, and many others.
Your pet’s worst nightmare, going to the vet. Fortunately, new practices and tips can help the vet feel like an extended part of the family to your fur kid.
SuperZoo 2017 is finally here! Lorien has headed down to Las Vegas to check out all the new and exciting pet products currently or coming to the market. Prepare to learn more about her exciting discoveries as she conducts on the floor interviews with a few of the coolest companies in or entering the pet industry.
Your fur babies will lick their chops in delight, as today we explore many unique and tasty treats currently on the market.
Pets can make a great addition to any family but it can be a bit of challenge for families caring for pets and children. Children may adore their four-legged family member so much that some of their behavior upsets the pet such as excessive hugging and petting. The vice versa can also be true, like an over excited pooch hopping and knocking a small child down. On today’s show, we will learn more about how we can help our pets and children form stronger bonds and prevent them from performing behaviors that will upset them.
We don’t ever want to think of our pets getting lost. We may even make excuses that our dog never leaves our side or our cat is too fearful of leaving our home. However, the sad reality is that many pet’s go missing every year and they don’t always make it back home. July is Lost Pet Prevention Month and today’s show we are going to focus on companies, products, and organizations that tackle the lost pet problem, including our very own sponsor PetHub. Keep your furkid close and be sure to take lots of notes.
We will take a look at the exciting apps, websites, and data collecting tools out there to specifically help you communicate with your vet and monitor your fur kid’s health.
On today’s show, we dive into the idea of pet cloning. We will cover misconceptions of cloning and how clones are developed. We will also take a look at some companies that can help you create a memorial and deal with the loss of a beloved pet.
As citizens of the world, it’s important to keep our carbon footprint as low as possible. This includes our pets. Today’s show we’re going to go over a few earth friendly pet products out on the market.
Cats are wonderful and silly pets. Get ready to explore more of their world as we talk about all things cat.
Cancer is a serious and horrible disease that humans and pets can end up with. On today’s show, we will be discussing the medical science, treatment, and research involved in pet cancer, as well as how to cope with the ordeal.
Our furkids love being around us and hate to see us go. Some even get so stressed out that they will pee on the carpet, chew up furniture, or excessively bark. However, separation anxiety isn’t the only form of anxiety pets face, as a car ride or a stranger can trigger these feelings. On today’s show, we will examine pet products and treatments that can put your dog at ease in situations they feel stressed in.
Digging into the science behind pet food and treats. We take a look at the importance of pet nutrition, common misconceptions of feeding cats, and how what we feed our pets can affect the environment.
It’s always upsetting to see a pet in pain or not feeling good. It’s even more stressful and upsetting when it takes place when you least expect it and you’re not sure what to do.Today’s show we’re going to cover how to prepare and treat minor injuries and illnesses your fur kid may encounter one day. Towards the end of the show, we’ll go over the importance of rattlesnake avoidance training.
National Pet ID Week starts tomorrow and we are going to stress the importance of adding identification to your pet. Get ready to learn all about external and internal pet identification.
National Pet Day is on April 11 and it’s quickly approaching. To celebrate it and to give you some ideas for pampering your beloved fur kids, we will check out a few special services out there just for your pets.
Last week I headed on over to Orlando Florida for Global Pet Expo 2017. Global Pet Expo holds over a thousand exhibitors featuring the newest products to hit the pet industry. Join me as I discuss with Tom Arnold and Rebecca Breese my findings and we dive into the latest innovations from the pet industry.
There’s not that much regulation and testing that happens with pet products, especially products that are supposed to keep your pets safe while they’re in the car. Join us today as we meet with Lindsey Wolko, the founder of the Center for Pet Safety, discuss how her organization reviews and tests products to make sure they’re safe. Afterward, we will meet with Sleepypod and Gunner Kennels who sell Center for Pet Safety certified products to keep your pet safe while you’re driving on down to the dog park.
Who can resist puppies? They’re so adorable and cute and oh my they just peed on my brand new carpet and are chewing through my $300 boots. On today’s show, we will examine products and meet with experts to learn how to raise, care, and train puppies.
It may be unintentional but your pup may end up consuming something that is harmful to his health. Just like a toddler who can potentially get into a chemical cabinet, your pup can get into the trash or find some toxic scraps lying around. Today’s show will cover how to prevent your fur kids from accidentally consuming poison or toxic substances, and what to do if they happen to end up doing so.
What’s the hottest thing in the pet industry? Wearables! Every time we turnaround, there is another new wearable on the market. We’ll meet three new wearables today, and review a few of the wearables we’ve covered in the past – and try to help you uncover which one is best for your pet.
Did you know that cats are not fully domesticated? It's true! Because of this, they have environmental needs due to their natural, wild instincts that most indoor cat parents are not meeting. Our show will dig into the science behind the Five Pillars of a Healthy Feline Environment to help you catify your home so your kitty is living it's absolute best life. We'll also learn about the latest cutting-edge studies in cat health, and discover the science behind the amazing new NoBowl Feeding SystemTM.
Leaving your pet for work, a trip, or a simple errand can be difficult. Who can resist puppy dog eyes as they follow you to the door? To help relieve some of the burden of departing from your furkid, there are gadgets out there that allow you to monitor and entertain your pet while you’re away. Today, Puppod, Petchatz, and P.A.W.S. by O-no, will share and discuss their wonderful products for looking after your pet despite your absence.
The annual North American Veterinary Community (NAVC) 2017 Conference recently took place last weekend. Lorien attended the conference in Orlando to get the inside scoop from companies that develop pet wearables that specifically monitor your pet’s health. Today’s episode will share the interviews she conducted with Vetrax, BabelBark, and Heyrex while at the conference.
You can find cute cats and dogs all over the internet, though not all of them stand out enough to bring a following on social media. Today’s show will cover some tips on how to get the most out of your social media account to possibly get pet lovers to follow your pet. The show will also feature the pet parents of internet famous pets, such as Odie the no-eyed shih-tzu and the Tuxedo Trio. They will share some stories about their pets and how they got their pets popular on social media.
Hey pet lovers, are you on the road a lot? A frequent flyer? If so you might find it difficult to leave that adorable face behind. Today’s episode will give you inside scoop about GoPetFriendly.com and Pet Sitters International for those who can or can’t bring their furkid on their travels. Also, Jessica Williams will share with you apps, websites, and gadgets she finds useful when she travels with her dachshunds.
Adopted a new fur kid recently? Trying to get him to behave well around your children and strangers? Well sit, stay, and listen, as the experts are on the show today ready to discuss technology, techniques, and resources to help you train your pet.
The Consumer Electronic Show (CES) in Las Vegas has come and gone, but not without foreshadowing some of the new pet tech trends and devices that will appear later on this year. CES provided an array of new pet tech, from stylish GPS and health monitoring collars to food dispensers that keep your chubby tabby on a diet. Today’s show will be reviewing the new pet tech revealed at CES such as the Whistle 3 and Catspad.
A fun look at the history of dogs and cats in sci-fi film and television. Plus, we talk with an internet security expert about how to keep your data safe while using great new online tools for your pets.
Reviewing all the cool geeky pet loot from 2016 as well as some of the exciting pet subscription boxes you can subscribe to.
Today pet lovers we will be covering some pawesome apps you can download now and use for you and your pet. We will be covering apps that will help you hunt down that purrfect pet sitter, tend to your pet's health, entertain you and your furkid for days on end, and much more. Grab your smartphone, cuddle up next to your pet, and enjoy the show.
It's all about potty talk for today's show. It's something you have to deal with multiple times a day -- your fur kid's bathroom duty. If it's a cat...it's a litter box (hopefully) and there's a lot to scoop out every day (again, hopefully). And if it's a dog...well, you've got poop to scoop there, too. We've got some experts and pet parents on the show today to tell you about the latest and greatest products for managing (and cleaning up!) the doo-doo. Robotic litter boxes, litter that turns colors to help diagnose medical issues, a carpet cleaner that REALLY works, flushing dog toilets and more!
Anyone walking in the aisles at the pet shop knows that pet food is a complicated, crowded industry. This week's episode will give you some guidance to help you navigate the pet food landscape -- explaining what the road signs mean, helping you translate the key marketing and providing suggestions on how to cut through the hype to find a clear path to the best food for YOUR fur kids.
We'll dig into the science behind nutritional guidelines, chat with folks on both sides of the kibble vs. raw pet food aisle, plus we'll share some cool gadgets and tools out there to help you tackle some of the most common eating issues for our pets.
It's time to start shopping, fellow pet loving geeks, and Pet Lover Geek has the inside scoop on the hottest and geekiest gifts for your fur kids! From toys to tools, from silly to serious, we'll talk about the tech finds of the season for dogs and cats.
November is Family Stories Month, and Doggie DNA can tell the tale of your pup's past! Everyone knows the game: you meet a mutt at the dog park and start the guessing game. Is he a border collie - lab? No, we think he's probably an Aussie - Golden mix? Really, cuz he looks more like a dog we once had who was a German - Pointer - Poodle blend. Bets are taken, and you all leave the dog park knowing you've hit the Guess the Mix jackpot. But did you know that only a fraction of DNA code actually affect the a dog's physical traits, and recognizable traits from dominate breeds mightn't reveal themselves at all? Likely, nobody will nail the Guess the Mix lottery.
We'll chat with the chief veterinary geneticist at Mars Vet's Wisdom Panel about the complex science behind discovering a dog's breed heritage, learn how DNA testing helps keep dog breeds healthy and viable through the generations, and we'll do a live-reveal of the breed heritage of the lovable mutt, Ullr the Dog.
It's National Shelter Appreciation Week and we are going to sniff around the latest advances in technology that are helping animal shelters save lives and get more orphan pets into permanent homes.
During this epsiode, we're gonna dig into cutting-edge pet adoption tools are moving in the 21st century, saving time, paper and lives! From new apps to algorithms that make better matches than E-Harmony, we've got all the latest tools to help you find your new purrfect fur kid from your local shelter or rescue. And, we'll geek out with the head of veterinary science at one of the leading animal shelter medical facilities. Saving lives, building families -- please join us as we celebrate how animal shelters of today are helping pets get Home for the Howl-i-days!
November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month and we're going to dig into the cutting edge apps, toys, beds and dietary supplements designed to help your senior pet live longer, healthier, happier lives.
Plus -- if you are looking for a pet, adopting a senior pet is a paw-mazing option, and we'll talk about app and online tools to help you find your perfect pawtner!
November is also Pet Cancer Awareness Month, so we'll talk to experts about the latest in detecting and treating cancer.
Losing a pet is a pet parent's worst nightmare. Join Lorien Clemens as she explores three of the best tech tools out there to help get lost pets home quickly. Show guests include: Shea Stoddard,administrator of the Animal-Bird Veterinary Center of California, and daughter of Dr. Hannis Stoddard who first developed microchips for use in dogs and cats. Kathy Pobloskie, founder of Lost Dogs of America and expert on helping lost pets through Social Media. Tom Arnold, founder, and CEO of PetHub, the world’s leading digital ID pet ID tag.