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Viral Mammal Hybrids

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

Meet the Panda Dog

— December 13, 2008 — Unique
The Panda Dog has become an overnight Internet sensation. Convincing, yes? The poufy white hair of this particular canine breed, along with some black hair dye, gives the world a new hybrid species. A quick search reveals, however, that specimens of this kind have been found before, and the distribution is a bit more broad than previously thought.

Photos from: Dog Breed Info|YouTube|URLesque

Implications - Rarity is a word that is used frequently within society in order to stress the exclusivity and special nature of a product. Companies who can create products or services that apear drastically different from those that exist, will receive consumer praise and unparalleled societal respect.
Trend Themes
1. Hybrid Animal Phenomenon - The viral Panda Dog showcases the appeal of creating hybrid animals, presenting an opportunity for companies to develop and market novel crossbreeds.
2. Internet Sensation Marketing - The overnight fame of the Panda Dog highlights the potential of leveraging viral trends on the internet to gain widespread attention and promote products or services.
3. Unexpected Distribution Discovery - The broader distribution of similar mammal hybrids found in different parts of the world suggests an opportunity for researchers and conservation organizations to explore unknown biodiversity.
Industry Implications
1. Pet Industry - The popularity of the Panda Dog trend opens up avenues for pet product manufacturers and pet service providers to cater to the demand for unique and eye-catching animals.
2. Entertainment Industry - The success of the viral Panda Dog demonstrates the potential for entertainment companies to capitalize on unique and visually striking creatures to create engaging content and experiences.
3. Ecology and Conservation Industry - The discovery of the broader distribution of mammal hybrids calls for research and conservation initiatives to study and protect these unique species, presenting opportunities for scientific exploration and environmental campaigns.
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