The options are endless, and the choice can be overwhelming. This is where the “dog food whisperer” comes in. These experts, often veterinarians, nutritionists, or pet food specialists, can help navigate the complex world of dog food and guide owners towards the best option for their furry friend. The “dog food whisperer” role is becoming increasingly popular, with more and more pet owners seeking guidance on the best way to feed their dogs.
This summary discusses the benefits of a new technology that is revolutionizing the way dogs are cared for. The technology is a revolutionary approach to dog health and well-being, offering solutions to various problems faced by dog owners. The summary highlights the technology’s ability to prolong a dog’s life and improve their overall quality of life.
Now Lien is traveling North Dakota to try to persuade owners and practice managers at the state’s 74 veterinary clinics to try the new technology. “I can tell you this, that of all the clinics I’ve visited, only two have said they’re not interested,” he said. Lien wants to offer VetNexus exclusively to veterinarians because he said they have thousands of dog owners who visit them regularly and look to them as respected resources. ADVERTISEMENT Owners routinely ask vets which foods are best for their dogs, but the market has grown so unwieldy that veterinarians themselves aren’t always sure what to recommend, Lien said.
The goal is to create a diet plan that is both effective and sustainable. The plan will be based on the principles of intuitive eating, which emphasizes the importance of listening to your body’s hunger and fullness cues. Intuitive eating encourages individuals to eat when they are hungry and stop when they are full, without judgment or restriction.
Lien knew the answer was software. While running a pet-products manufacturing and distribution company, he devoted his spare time to working with software developers on his vision for VetNexus. In 2017, he met Joe and Blake Wayman, a St. Louis-based father-son team who were also addressing the dog food quandary and had built a foods database. He suggested they join forces and they agreed. Blake now serves as co-founder and director of animal health technology and Joe serves on the board. Paul Lien is developer of VetNexus, a new North Dakota-based company using technology to help veterinarians pinpoint the best dog food for an individual dog’s age, breed, lifestyle and specific health needs. Here, he shows the subscriber guide to VetNexus, which is given to veterinarians around the state to help them understand how the software platform works. Lien has been traveling North Dakota to visit with veterinarians about the product and said feedback has been promising. Alyssa Goelzer/The Forum
He had a vision for a company that would revolutionize veterinary care, one that would be accessible, affordable, and user-friendly. Lien’s vision was fueled by his own experiences as a veterinarian, witnessing firsthand the challenges faced by both veterinarians and pet owners. He saw a gap in the market for a comprehensive platform that could address these challenges. Lien’s initial focus was on developing a user-friendly mobile app for pet owners.
VetNexus, a company focused on improving veterinary care, has secured $1 million in state funding to develop a new platform for managing veterinary records. VetNexus has committed to using the funds to develop a secure, user-friendly platform that will streamline veterinary practices.
This information is then used to create a personalized plan for the new puppy. The plan will include a schedule for feeding, exercise, training, and socialization. This plan is tailored to the specific needs of the puppy, taking into account its breed, age, and health conditions.
By the end of this year, VetNexus also plans to offer an Optimal Lifetime Diet Plan for $19.99 a month, which features a canine DNA test, up to two wellness visits per year, discounted in-clinic service offerings, allergy screenings and an annual pet nutrition counseling review. As over 50% of our canines are mixed-breed, Lien said the DNA component will help the algorithm more precisely match nutrition to an individual dog’s needs. In fact, he sees the platform as a neverending work-in-progress, as new foods continually hit the market and as more veterinarians use it and provide feedback. He plans to keep adding filters to the software to create increasingly more precise results.
* Lien’s team is developing a software solution for veterinary practices. * The software is designed to streamline and improve the efficiency of veterinary practices. * Lien’s team is currently testing the software in North Dakota. * Lien’s team plans to expand the software’s reach to vets in Minnesota.
