Episode Notes

When Dominic Zagara, a former government crypto regulator, was hit with a $1,500 bill of paperwork just to travel with his diabetic alert service dog, Blaze, he didn’t just get mad. He got building.

In this episode, Dominic shares his incredible journey from managing his Type 1 Diabetes with his service dog, to regulating the world of cryptocurrency for the New York government, to founding DogTag — an app that uses blockchain to create a secure digital passport for pets.

This conversation is a masterclass in how personal problems can inspire world-changing solutions. We dive deep into the antiquated, broken system of pet travel, the real-world application of blockchain technology beyond the hype, and how a single frustrating experience can spark a mission to change the law. You’ll learn how his service dog can detect a blood sugar drop 20 minutes faster than the best technology on the market, why dogs are the perfect “lowest-stakes” test case for the future of human medical records, and how Dominic is taking his fight for a better system straight to Capitol Hill.

Find Dominic & DogTag:

• DogTag App: https://www.dogtagapp.com/

• Dominic on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominic-zagara-a01aa9192

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