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We had just finished installing quite an elaborate filtration system on a pond here in Colorado. We were feeling pretty good about ourselves. I was on one of my bragging trips to the customer about how great Emperor Aquatics is and how they are the only manufacturer in the world who uses the same technology in their end consumer products as they do in their commercial line-up.

I was off in some never-never land not listening to the customer, more concerned that she knew she had the best product available, when it happened she asked me a question: “Shane, does this filtration kill Leptospirosa?”

What? What is she asking? What is leptospirosa? What is she thinking it’s the best? Not wanting to give misinformation and not wanting to look stupid, I said, “I don’t know and will check into it.” I was really in an uncomfortable situation not knowing really what to say.

She began to tell me about what leptospirosa is and what damaging effects it can have on the pets around us who we love and adore and there needs to be something we can do if we are going to have ponds that we can protect our pets from. I will be honest with you, I was humbled. It’s the first time I have ever spoken about ponds and filtration and been humbled.

I had about a 30 minute conversation with Sheila that day about other things that are damaging to dogs and stuff that her vet has made her aware of. She even gave me the name of her vet to call and speak to. Well, needless to say, when I left her house I immediately got on the telephone and phoned her vet. When I learn about something or research a product I want to be the best; I want to have all the answers. This was nothing different for me. I immediately began research on this topic. The vet was kind enough to walk through exactly things that they see in ponds and the dangers that they may cause our beloved pets.

Needless to say since this beginning conversation with Sheila we have had many months of research with Emperor Aquatics, Veterinarians and other water quality experts. We can ensure your water feature is safe for your beloved pets.

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