Libertyville, IL – April 1, 2026 – Mimo, a leader in small touchscreen displays, tablets and AV solutions, today announced the launch of FlashCast for Pets™, the first-ever visual alert system designed to communicate directly with animals using clear, attention-grabbing on-screen messaging.
Building on the success of the award-winning Mimo FlashCast platform suitable for schools, campuses, healthcare facilities, and workplaces to deliver real-time visual alerts, FlashCast for Pets extends the power of visual communication to a new audience: our four-legged companions.
“Communication shouldn’t stop at humans,” said David Anderson, Founder and CEO of Mimo and current foster pet parent. “Pets already respond to visual cues every day. FlashCast for Pets takes that to the next level by delivering consistent, instant, and highly visible messages they can understand—no barking or mewing required.”
Turning Everyday Moments Into Clear Signals
FlashCast for Pets uses bold colors, simple icons, and customizable alerts to help reinforce routines and behaviors. Early demonstrations have shown promising results across a variety of scenarios:
- “WALK TIME” Alerts – Dogs respond up to 87% faster when prompted with a visual cue (tail-wagging correlation still under review)
- “DINNER READY” Notifications – Reduces mealtime confusion and improves on-time kitchen attendance
- “NO” Reminders – Strategically placed displays help discourage couch-related incidents
- “TREAT?” Prompts – Currently in beta testing, with overwhelming user enthusiasm
Real-World Applications (and Personalities)
FlashCast for Pets is designed for flexibility across environments:
- Homes – Reinforce routines like feeding, walks, and quiet time
- Veterinary Clinics – Reduce stress with clear, calming visual cues
- Pet Day Care Facilities – Coordinate group activities and transitions
- Cats – Feature compatibility remains… aspirational
Powered by Proven FlashCast Technology
While FlashCast for Pets introduces a playful new use case, it’s built on the same core platform trusted by organizations to deliver critical, real-time information:
- Instant screen takeover for high-visibility alerts
- Centralized control across multiple displays
- Simple setup and intuitive content management
- Designed to capture attention when it matters most
“Whether it’s an emergency alert in a school or a ‘WALK TIME’ message at home, the goal is the same: make communication immediate, visible, and impossible to ignore,” added David.
FlashCast for Pets is available starting (and ending) April 1, 2026, wherever very good dogs (and selectively cooperative cats) are found. Happy April Fool's Day!
About Mimo
Mimo believes small screens can achieve big things. Since 2008, the company has prioritized product innovation and leveraged its digital display expertise to deliver premium quality AV solutions. With a customer-first approach, Mimo ensures peak performance in any setting from digital signage, conference rooms, college campuses, classrooms, kiosks, point of purchase, point of sale, hospitality, retail, and more. Known for durability, flexibility, and ease of integration, Mimo displays help customers create compelling visual communication in any setting—including the most demanding outdoor environments. Mimo has garnered the trust of global Fortune 500 companies including Google, Lenovo, Asus, Netflix, Bose, Honeywell, Hershey’s Grainger, John Deere, and many more around the world.
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