Brain Storm! Business Podcast: Animal Business with Kim Bloomer, Sponsored by 1st Podcast Publishing
By Dr. Kim • Sep 20th, 2006 • Category: Media RoomMy good friend Penny Haynes of 1st Podcast Publishing had me on her Brainstorm podcast last week. I don’t actually think I’m the ONLY animal nutrition consultant, it’s more like I focus on the educational part and I am a natural pet care EDUCATOR and the only other person I know who goes by that is my co-host on Animal Talk Naturally!, Jeannie Thomason. I believe there are probably a lot of animal nutrition consultants but it’s how we niche that out that can single us out as the solo one 
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In today’s business podcast, we will brainstorm about animal business with Animal Nutrition Expert, Kim Bloomer, of Aspenbloom Pet Care and Animal Talk Naturally.
We have spoken about many different niche target markets in previous Brain Storm! Business Podcasts, but never the animal niche market. Kim Bloomer is an authority on animals, dogs in particular, is currently studying for a Bachelor of Science in Holistic Nutrition & Doctor of Naturopathy, and is the only person she is aware of that provides consultations on animal nutrition. She is also the Organizer for the online Virtual Dog Expo coming up September 22-24, 2006.
Kim has a “bird’s eye” view of the animal business market, because she works with doctors, trainers, retailers and every other type of animal entrepreneur.
With that in mind, we talk about the different types of products and services that presently exist, and some surprising innovations that have come on the scene. I even came up with my own idea…although after further research, it may or may not be that great. But you all must know that THAT never stopped me from trying again!
People with pets, especially people without children, tend to treat their pets AS children.
As such, people are willing to spend a lot of money to take care of their animal “child”, from special food and supplements, special medical care, and products designed to protect and preserve. This is a huge market, and if we think about our recent studies on Baby Boomers and their effect on the economy because of their longevity, if Boomers have pets, there’s money to be found in serving their needs.
So brainstorm along with us in this business podcast as we discuss the possibilities, as well as the present opportunities.
If you have a dog, I encourage you to check out the online Virtual Dog Expo. Tickets are only $12.95, and you will have access to over 20 seminars on all sorts of dog subjects. If you go, look for me – I may just pop in on behalf of our new puppy, Champ. (You can watch a video about him at http://www.PennyHaynes.com, below my bio – look for NEW ADDITION TO THE FAMILY! )
Penny Haynes, 1st Podcast Publishing & International Podcasting Expo, October 20-22, 2006.
Dr. Kim is a veterinary naturopath. She also is the host and creator of Animal Talk Naturally Radio show which she hosts together with her like-minded colleague and friend, Dr. Jeannie Thomason, and a proficient blogger and writer on natural pet health. Dr. Kim is also co-author of the book Whole Health for Happy Dogs and author of the book Animals Taught Me That.
Dr. Kim’s articles have been featured in various publications such as Animal Wellness Magazine and Natural Horse Magazine. She sits on the Advisory Board for HolisticOption.com and is adjunct professor with Kingdom College of Natural Health.
Dr. Kim lives with her husband of many years and they are owned by a rescued Neapolitan Mastiff named Shadrach.
Visit her blogs: Bark N Blog & A Dog's View
and her website Aspenbloom Pet Care
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