Comfort in Every Bite: A Pet Feeder Born from Love

Meet Debra Mastic, the founder of Fluff Trough, a pet feeder designed to enhance mealtime comfort for our furry friends. Debra shares her heartfelt journey, inspired by her beloved pug, Porkchop, who struggled during mealtime. From the challenges of launching a business to overcoming personal obstacles, including a cancer diagnosis, Debra’s story is one of resilience and innovation. Discover how she transformed her passion for pets into a thriving product that’s making a difference for animals everywhere. You can watch Fluff Trough's episode on the Buy it Now show titled: The Legacy of Porkchop.Tune in and get inspired by the real stories behind the entrepreneurs and products featured on Buy It Now. You can find winning products on the Buy It Now Store. Follow TISB: Behind the Buy on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts and make sure to watch Buy It Now on Prime Video. In this episode you’ll discover:(00:05) Debra emphasizes that how pets are fed is as crucial as what they are fed, advocating for more comfortable feeding solutions.(03:01) Debra’s journey began with her pug, Porkchop, whose eating difficulties motivated her to find a better solution for pet feeding.(04:02) After realizing existing products didn’t work for Porkchop, Debra used a 3D printer to create prototypes, demonstrating the iterative process of innovation.(04:48) Debra made a significant financial decision by investing her savings into Fluff Trough instead of purchasing a home, showing her commitment to her vision.(06:27) Debra encountered difficulties finding quality manufacturers and managing supply chains, highlighting common hurdles for small businesses.(08:01) Debra’s battle with cancer and the loss of Porkchop added emotional depth to her entrepreneurial journey, showing the personal stakes behind her work.(09:28) Despite challenges, Fluff Trough gained international recognition, winning awards and receiving positive customer feedback, underscoring the product’s impact.(19:43) Debra shares her belief that businesses should start to solve problems authentically, emphasizing the importance of resilience and learning from failures.

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