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Technology-Enhanced Sustainability at Apartment Communities
Technology is driving sustainability in apartment communities through innovations like trash automation and biotechnology. DNA testing of pet waste helps reduce negative environmental impacts, promotes accountability, and improves maintenance team efficiency. These efforts not only support a cleaner environment but also attract eco-conscious renters, boost retention, and enhance community reputation.
Aug 16, 2022


How Apartment Communities are Merging Technology and Pets
Apartment communities are using technology to enhance the pet-friendly living experience while addressing common challenges like unscooped pet waste and lost pets. Innovations such as DNA testing and microchipping boost accountability, reduce staff workload, and improve resident satisfaction. By merging pet care with tech, operators create safer, cleaner communities and attract a broader, more loyal resident base.
Jun 30, 2022


Sustainability is a Modern Resident Requirement
Modern renters prioritize sustainability, with many willing to pay more for eco-friendly living. Beyond green building and energy-efficient tech, managing pet waste is crucial to environmental efforts. Unscooped waste harms ecosystems and resident satisfaction. Operators are turning to DNA testing and proactive strategies to maintain clean, green communities that attract residents and boost NOI.
Jun 2, 2022


Getting Trashed in Online Reviews: How Clean Communities Improve Community Reputation
Community cleanliness, especially managing pet waste, plays a major role in online reviews and overall reputation. Negative feedback about dirty conditions can hurt leasing and retention, while clean, well-maintained communities generate positive reviews and boost resident satisfaction. Tech solutions like pet DNA testing reduce waste by 95%, improve curb appeal, and help operators build stronger online reputations.
May 6, 2022


Technology: The Unsung Hero of Renewals
Technology plays a vital role in boosting resident renewals by enhancing convenience, wellness, and cleanliness. Beyond smart home features, biotech solutions like pet waste DNA testing reduce unscooped waste and improve health, curb appeal, and resident satisfaction. Clean, tech-forward communities are more likely to retain residents, attract prospects, and strengthen overall reputation.
Mar 21, 2022


Community Clean-Up: Enhance Curb Appeal, Increase Asset Value
Clean communities drive curb appeal, resident satisfaction, and asset value. With 40% of pet owners not picking up after their pets, unscooped waste harms health, the environment, and occupancy rates. Traditional solutions fall short, but DNA pet waste testing has reduced waste by 95% in many communities. This proactive approach improves cleanliness, boosts retention, and protects long-term asset value.
Feb 16, 2022


How Apartment Communities are Upgrading Pet Waste Management Procedures
Apartment communities are upgrading pet waste management by adopting technology-driven solutions like DNA testing to hold pet owners accountable. Despite traditional measures like fines and waste stations, 40% of owners still leave waste behind, posing health risks and harming community appeal. Biotechnology solutions reduce unscooped pet waste by 95%, saving time and costs while improving resident satisfaction and safety.
Jan 25, 2022


Pet Waste: The Problem Is Bigger Than You Think – Potential Health Hazards for Not Picking Up Pet Waste
Unscooped pet waste in apartment communities creates serious health risks and environmental problems, spreading diseases and contaminating local water sources. Many pet owners neglect cleanup, placing extra strain on onsite teams and damaging curb appeal. To tackle this, operators are adopting pet waste management policies and biotechnology solutions like DNA testing, which significantly reduce unattended pet waste and improve community health and safety.
Jan 3, 2022


Let's get Techy
PooPrints is redefining multifamily tech by streamlining pet waste management through digital transformation. Their innovative system replaces manual processes with an interactive, paperless database that empowers community managers to efficiently track pet waste and manage residents. By simplifying DNA-based waste identification and offering strong support to onsite teams, PooPrints creates a frictionless experience while maintaining eco-friendly practices.
Jan 20, 2021


Reopening with PooPrints
As communities begin to reopen following pandemic-related disruptions, PooPrints encourages multifamily operators to reboot their pet waste management programs with a few key steps. Ensuring all resident dogs are registered, onboarding new staff with proper training, and restocking DNA swab kits are essential for maintaining program success. By staying organized and fully supplied, communities can resume operations smoothly and continue fostering a clean and well management c
Nov 4, 2020


Treat Yo' Residents
PooPrints is celebrating responsible pet-owning residents by offering perks that reward their good behavior. Through partnerships with Orivet, Rover, and Chewy, residents can access tools to manage their pet’s health, receive discounted pet care services, and enjoy savings on pet products. These benefits are easily accessible via the DNA World Pet Registry and are designed to recognize responsible pet ownership while improving community harmony.
Feb 17, 2020


Howlidays Gift Guide
The PooPrints Howlidays Gift Guide is here to help you find the perfect presents for every pet lover in your life. Whether shopping for the adventurous traveler, the caffeine-craving dog parent, or the glam fashionista, this guide offers thoughtful, pet-focused gift ideas. Gifts include DNA test kits and hydration gear to travel packs and chic leash sets. Each item is designed to celebrate the special bond between pets and their people.
Dec 18, 2019


Let's Have a Moment of Science
PooPrints takes scientific integrity seriously and is proud of the processes behind its dog DNA waste management program. The company uses strict laboratory protocols, verification swabs, and a proprietary stabilizing solution to ensure DNA matches are accurate, fair, and contamination-free. Residents can request a DNA verification swab if they question a match, and cross-contaminated samples automatically fail testing. Our goal is to offer transparency, trust, and credibilit
Oct 16, 2019


Poop rules...no like actual rules.
Understanding dog DNA test results is key to successfully managing the PooPrints program. There are three main result types: a match, no match, and a fail. Proper technique, using collection notes, and leveraging PooPrints' tools like No Match reports can help communities identify culprits and recoup cleanup costs. Knowing the difference between your results is very important in the management of our program.
Sep 17, 2019


The Importance of Pet Ownership
Pet ownership plays a significant role in residents’ well-being, offering both emotional and physical health benefits. With a majority of renters having pets, catering to pet owners is essential in today’s multifamily communities. PooPrints helps property managers maintain cleanliness and accountability while also supporting pet owners. By prioritizing responsible pet ownership, communities can increase resident satisfaction and demonstrate commitment to their people and pets
Aug 6, 2019


The Dangers of Dog Waste
Dog waste poses serious environmental and health risks. Dogs often live in densely populated areas, and their meat-based diets make their waste highly toxic, spreading harmful bacteria like fecal coliform into waterways. Despite warning signs and reminders, many owners still neglect to clean up after their pets. With PooPrint's DNA testing capabilities, communities are able to hold irresponsible pet owners accountable. Clean-up efforts like this aren’t just responsible, they’
Jul 31, 2019
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