A Pawsitive Way To Travel

Websites and apps like Trusted House Sitters offer a unique solution to the problem of travel and pet ownership: homeowners who are on vacation offer free accommodation to a traveler in exchange for pet care. This arrangement is part of the Gig Economy and works because it solves a pain point for both sides—owners save money on kennels, and travelers get free lodging. But this model doesn't solve every problem. Traveling with pets, or leaving them behind, is still often complicated, expensive, or stressful. There is still huge demand for new, inventive services or products that make travel easier for pet owners and their animals.

Imagine you are on the Innovation Team for a major company (like a big airline, a hotel chain, or a large pet supply store). Your job is to invent a brand-new service or product that solves a common problem when people travel with their pets, or when they need to leave their pets at home. Your solution must be original, helpful, and easily adopted by travelers and pet owners. You will present your idea on a "Product Idea Card" to gain funding.

Your Submission Should Include:
1. Role-Play/Format: Create a simple Product Idea Card using any method you like (hand-drawn, Google Docs, Canva, etc.).
2. Problem Statement: Identify one specific problem you are solving (e.g., Pets are stressed during flights, Finding healthy pet food while traveling, or Getting daily exercise for the pet sitter).
3. Product/Service Name: A catchy, professional name for your invention (e.g., The Calm Carrier, Rover-Run App, Pawsitive Plate).
4. The Pitch: Write a summary paragraph explaining how your product or service works, who your main customer is (pet owner, traveler, sitter), and why it is the best, most unique solution on the market.