My friend Yvonne DiVita has started a new blog devoted to pets called Scratchings and Sniffings. The blog is sponsored by Purina. Early days yet, but it seems to have struck a chord with pet lovers if the comments are any indication. Check it out!
Speaking of pets, don’t forget to check out the Gourmet Station Get out of the doghouse contest.
Happy Belated Birthday to Mike Driehorst of Mike’s Points. Mike asked for links for his birthday, which was Monday. Enjoy!
Updates on ongoing sagas
- Farscape still rocks.
- Good Technology still hasn’t bothered to reply to me or do something to alleviate the problem. And yes, we had our weekly Verizon user call for support. Do I wish these folks could make the connection that GetGood Strategic Marketing is NOT related to Good Technology? Absolutely. Do I understand how they get from a problem with a download link http://get.good.com to http://www.getgood.com? Absolutely. We are conditioned to add the www. So, to repeat: if you have a mobile phone and are having problems with the "get.good file," calling GetGood Strategic Marketing will not help. You need to contact Good Technology at www.good.com. Please.
- Web site and blog redesign progresses. More in October.
And to start your weekend off right, do not miss this (first seen on Media Orchard and Just Shelley).
Tags: Scratchings and sniffings, Purina, Gourmet Station, Yvonne DiVita, Mike Driehorst, Good Technology, Susan Getgood, customer service
Dallas Perry says
Hi Susan, first of all thank you for “White and Nerdy”, I thought it was hilarious! When I was younger I loved wierd al and I didn’t know he was still around. I also loved the pet link, my dad likes to debate with my mom on why he needs to buy our dog certain food. I think I’ll give him the link so he can have some proof that he’s not the only one who is obsessed with his dog. Thanks!
Rachel S says
I LOVED the pet blog. What a cute idea, and a great marketing strategy. Purina’s name on a blog would definitely make me think that they care about their customers. It is also a way for them to push their products. Take their most recent post on nutrition, if I worked for Purina I would make sure the audience knew why feeding their dog Purina was nutritious. I think the blog will resonate with a ton of pet owners, in this country pets really are part of the family and everyone loves talking about their pets. It’s also a great way for Purina to do research. They can see what pet owners are posting about, their comments and concerns, and tailor their products based on their customers concerns!
Rachel M says
The pet blog is such a wonderful idea. As a pet owner I know we are a unique group of people. We love our pets like children and we would do anything for them. This is a way for people who are crazy about thier pets communicate with other people who love their pets just as much.
Like Rachel S said it is also an excellent advertising move for Purina. With the use of this blog they can advertise their products. If the pet owner frequents this blog they will remember Purina the next time they buy food for their pets.