The Best Pet Owner to Follow in 2025.pdf

In its special edition, The Best Pet Owner to Follow in 2025, ciolookmedia honors Richard Larson for his compassion, care, and dedication, highlighting how his deep bond with animals sets a model for responsible and loving pet ownership.

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Operations Research: ACarceria Public Service

Larson becamo a public figure inthe 19608 when he was
involved with the RAND Corporation in simulating
emergency service Hi New York City studios entered.
police ambulance, and fie company deployment, and ives
wer rally saved through his models duc to faster, more
fective response. This wot led to his induction into the
Nacional Academy of Engincerin for his “development and
pplication of operations research methods fr public and
private sector servico inductee * Larson men! talent à
{or combining trict mathematics with real-world scictal
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Doctor Queue: The Psychology Behind Waiting

While respected academically, Larson became 3 howchold
name throug his wi, relatable insighs on a universal
atraion— waiting in ine. His nickname “Doctor Queue”
reflets decades staying queucing theory e matematico
tens and delays. His main discovery? The paycoony
of waiting Coque ump the wat cf In oi and
interviews, Larson detailed how impressions of equity,
transparency, und distraction influence our experience.
People would rather wat 10 mimes if they com see what's
going om than $ mite nthe dark. Is no mes tas.”
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“Second Career: Redefining Education with Technology

Larson moved in the 19905 from qucus to classrooms. As
Director of MIT: Contr for Advanced Educational Service
(CABS), he was leader in educational technology (EATe<h),
hich he belived could take great teaching beyond the high
end universi, That entier led to MIT BLOSSOMS
(Blended Lesming Open Source Science or Math Stas), a

“The Best Pl Owner to Follow in 2025,

{e,imeractive web platform of vide lessons co-developed
caen across the glo Following his experione at a
Chinese village school, Larson covisionod lessons. more
activo than lectares—incomonting pauses to allow for
discussion to ngage teacher and students.

Now, BLOSSOMS is second hy students in dozens of
‘nations, particularly where STEM education is limited
Larson's legacy continues o inspire from the dos that
crit shouldbe igited, not just rot

ANC: Creating Global Bridges in Learning,

Not satisfied with erating content in isolation, Larson
sable the Learning Intemational Networks Consortium.
(LINC) in 2002. The global network brings together
‘educators, policymaker, and practioner in more than 25
couts wo exchange the ways that technology ean bridge
‘geographic and economic divides. LINC is mor than seres.
ofeonferenen ites movement dedicated to goal acoso
‘high-quality education, With Larson atthe helm, in 2009 MIT
‘collaboried with the Government of Panjab, Pakistan,
incorporating BLOSSOMS ino public scondary school at
par of a "Technology-in-Schoos" program, with tangible
real worl ff

AScholar and Storyteller

Larson wrote moro than 175 escarch articles and six books 00
‘ekaming, operations research, and publi policy. His werk
Js impact schoo! stes, smart energy rs, more
services, nd ome loctriiy management. Put mor than is
intellect, Larson's most lasting impact à de students ho
Buided- many of whom became accomplished leaders
‘omalve, Down-ocarth and plinspoken in his syle,
Larson preferred discussing bascball to boast
“academica, thus endearing himself in and out of the
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"The Personal Side: A Life Love, Pts, and Parpose

Despite profesional succes, Larson! ie has known deep
personal loss. He was marco Mary Elizabeth (Liz) Murray
for 43 years ul her pasing in 2022, desing their
‘mariage sisi Feundation. Both loved animal Raised

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15. with dogs and cats, Larson now shares his home with Mais,
a golden retiever who accompanic him on morning walks,
rough Massachasctts woods—moments he cherishes for
reflection,

“= Petroffrwmcomtional lve," ho sys. "They put hing into
perspective” His kindness extend to colles and student
lib, practicing "servant eadership"—a philosophy contre
on Tseng and serving ers. Libertarian vals emphasize
froodom with responsibility, shaping, his academic and
Deren innen

AL ey Shape in Mathematics and Humanity

‘Lasts legacy is Urecold: leader in the aplication of
‘operations reach o real-world problems, an innovator in
rations inode, and a ticles chumgicn of opal
acces to learning. What distingishes him is his rofl to
vide ill fomempathy. AUMIT, his operations esearch
‘course became legendary. He taught not just formulas, but
‘titel thinking about systems that impact ives, weaving
stores from his cmergncy respons and educational work to
tring math ave

ls optimization models romain i use today, lpg ct
dispatch emergency vehicles faster, hopital reduce wait
times, and sports mood boulenccks where delays can
mean dans.

Wide Impacts The Global Reach

Larson's vision was worldwide, LINC constructed an
trail community commit © applying technology
Lo clone educational divides--betwoon Now American
metropolitan ones and Afin and Asian rural schools,
[BLOSSOMS lessons in India have boon adopted in
government curricula, reaching thowsands who would
‘thcrwise be deprived of quality STEM education. Laon
insisted on toi lessons to rgiomal context and engaging
tdt activo sing over passive listening.

“This international reach indicate Larson's conviction that
‘cation ian ben human right and social mobility and
development catalyst.

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Awards, Honors and Recognition
Lats corras recived many solados:

+ Induction into the National Academy of Enginceriag fo
[eadershipin OR methods applied to eric industries.

+ INFORMS Fellow frlifsime achievement,

+The George E. Kimball Medal for distinguished
professional service.

= Numerous Educator of the Year awards for creative
teaching. These awards not only acknowicdgo echnical
science but Lana lime commitment to pabic
service andthe public inter.

"Numerous students of arson have parc infantil careers
in academia, the federal government, and industry. They
remember his warmth a pono, suppor, nd insistence on
setting thory lo practical improvement Former pra
student Dr. Lara Rosenthal atributos him with molding her
movativ work in healthare operations: "He igh me do
solve problems to improve real lives. His kindness wes

"The Human Face of Operations Research

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Looking Forward: A Visio for Liflong Learning,
“Today in his BO, Larson sintllcualy active. He ss the

Atar of tearing as lielong, combining technology and
‘empathy.

He emphasizes teaching "learning how o learn”
illa cr thinking, debility, working with lens
india withthe sbiltylnadaptiockange

Laon below future educator an exp on hi ea to
develop inclusive, cv, and empowering ystems, where
technology complements rather than dininthes hom
connection

‘The Measure of Life

Richard C. Larson's story transcends academic achiovement
‘and innovation about sing itll bs, at wih
dignity. From his frst classroom moments to global
‘educational outreach, Larson excmplifies how rigorous
cholabipean serve humanity.

Asked how be hopes to bo remember, be amis: “Ym
‘remembered a someone who cared, who helped make the
world a little better by listening, learning, and
teaching that senogh”

Ina quick, impersonal ea, Lars cxístence is a strong
‘reminder: the omg contributions reconcile earning,
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18. From Passive to Active

How to Create an

Eco-Friendly

Pet
Environment?

‘the face of growing environmental concerns, crating
m coo-fendly Hop de more than a end a
recent. As pet ownership becomes increasingly

‘common, i' important for responsible pet parents to extend

‘stainable practices to the care of hir animals. Pts can

‘bequeath a lating environmental legacy im term of food

‘consumption, vasc production, and accestory mag

Fortunately, throggh dedition and caofel choices ie

‘completly poouble lo bald um com fñcndly pt area tat

benefits the world and your pet's well being as well

“Tramtoning toa grecne pa Hfsylenotanly minimizcsihe

carbon focprint ut ako contribute o a healthier, more

failing ie for yourpet.

Choosing Sustainable Pet Products

One of th esis hing to do to start building green pet
space nc product that ae made ih mutiny
‘mind. Mos traditional pet products whether toys, bedding,
‘collars are plastic or man mad products tht mare has
{iticuly degrading Opting fr products made from atra,
recycled, or organic materiale le a good saning point
Bamboo, homp, or reveled coto toys and accesories ae
‘ot only lange ing but al halhier for pote ine hey
‘contain fewer pisonouschemicaleand dyes.

[Aside from toys and accessories, ute environmental
friendly solutions at well when i comes to grooming and
anime pres indeprudshle par cleaners and shampoo
“are typically packaged in recyclable materials and fre of
Teaching chemicals into waternays. Their Bay helps reduce
our environmental odprin while protecting your pet safely
‘hemically from toxin ha ar sure io haves negative fect
father overt cath Yourbuy alo encourage ecological
‘conscious business that support ethical sourcing, animal
‘esting that fee from croc and environmental friendly
production

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20. Protecting the Environment through Healthy ets

Pet food production ix among the key drivers of
environmental depradaion from farming resource asc,
packaging, and transportation, More sustainable action
‘gins with he sletion of pet fod that is produced on the
ass of responsibly sourced inputs. Organizations tine
the utilization of organic or regional materials have lower
environmental footprint, and many utili the utilization oF
ant protein or isst potcn as means of reducing the
caro fotprint typically associated with conventional meat
production

Reducing packaging waste is another important
considention Buying in balk or packaging pe fond in
rcyclble or composablo matenal cuts down on plastic
waste immenscly Another choice i making your own pet
tects o fod when possible, uring fresh locally sourced
ingedints. While lle adviebl to sec the opinion of m
sclenraran or pt ution for ¡rare tt your pte
tions requirements ae failed, this tration means
‘more control over ingedictsand wade fom packaging. has
Promoting rcenelie

Proper Pet Waste Management

Pet waste ie a chief came of environmental palltion,
especially in urban arcax. Dog and et feces contain dicate
using pahogene hat wi ant water and soli ot disposed
fina any manner, Plastic poop haga and cay eat ier
contribute 10 the weight of lade and environmental
pollution. To reduce its impact, usc biodegradable or
ompostablegarhagehags made fom organi plant material
nd not petroleum based plastic. These proces degrade
«quicker ind ave aredacedcoologial impact,

Forcatownon, the shift tan co liter composed ofreeyeled
Paper, com, or wood shavings isa significant step Theyarcall
biodegradable, less environmentally degrading to
manufacture, and overall healthier for your cats paws,
Comportin pet watt, wile not practical far ll pes af
waste or weather conditions is another way of decreasing th
Land burden. Composting, however, needs oe done with
‘caution and best avoided forthe mest reise of camivores

tnlesthereare special systems.
Reductionin Energy Use and Water Consumption
Energy and water usc ar oflen ignored aspects of pet

maintenance Fromepertngaguaram pumps nconsantpet
Being hing. pets can idly cree home wy

we. To minimize the impact, wilize energy-efieient
substitutes Tike aquarium timer: or solar powered eters
‘when suitable For pot housing, provide adequate elation
andventilaion y terco minimize hetingorcnalin ale,
expel frente rime

Water conservation should also be attempted wherever
possible. Wach your pet in a asi, not a running ace or
hose, and uns watereaving grooming practices. Daly
rmaiienance and spot cleaning your pet sho coal race

environment without having a diiment effect on the
comfort and clic af yeurp

Conclusion

A creation of an cond pt space ica muli- Test tc
of attade and habi change: From responsible purchasing
decisions lo clean encrgy waste management and eneny
ficincy,cach tion helps o preserve Ihe environment. As
pet owners, they have he unique benefit fing ableto make
3 postive contribution to the environment without
‘compromising on animal welfacr happiness. By embracing
frmtainable practice, you're not only advocating for the
health of your pe bat lo contributing ox broader clef
“environmental esponsibility ©

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23. How to
Embrace a

Minimalist
Pet Lifestyle?

‘stony ast paca work many pet owner are
‘uring to minimalism nt just in thir own ves
ut alo in how they care for cir beloved

nina Fnac a minimas pet Haye cane

simplifying tho cocacola while mailing te
health, happiness, and well-eing of pete. Thie
approach emphasize quality ver qe; rducin
ter, umecesry purchases, and casing on wh
truly matters for the pets care and comfort By

‘opting minimal prmeiple pet ancre reto

à harmonious living cmviranment that bones oth

themselves and their pet. Minimalism in pet cre fc

not about electing pod or cutting corners rr,
itis about intentional living and mindful
conampsion. I requires aceso what ix truly
necessary and beneficial for the pt physical and
‘motional neds, while ciminaingexeese tome tha
‘may combat tacle orconiesion

‘Tis article highlights practical step 10 embrace a
mnimaliapet foule foto

Prioritize Essential Supplies

The Bint sc in embracing a minimal pet le
into aci and prices eset spplics that
root the pts fundamental mood. xen cme
typical incudo food, water bowls, baking, and
appropriate toys for mental stimulation. When
selecting appli, opting oe malfunctions orig
quality Homes can reduce the nced far multiple
product aná eur daher example, a ile
‘well designed pa bodcan place sevralcheaper

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than wosks

Additionally, avoid impulsivo purchases or baying pet
prodactrhaced on readeorsoabatics. Insta foc on what
‚your pa genuinely usesandesjoys. Regularly evaluate which
‘tems remain unuscdor unnecessry and consider donating oF
recyeling hem. This mind approach not only lit waste
tal help meinten clean and organic living «pac that
‘ecomorable forkothpetand over

Simplify Nutricion and Frein

Feoding ica erica ag of pot care that an often became
covery cemplicatod seth the vancty of options available
Embrcing minimalen in nuirtion means slsting high
quai helncod pet food tha moct yur pot itary nos
‘without the cuero malle brands, supplements of eat
Consulting, with a velrinarian can help streamline this
roces by dering the hes et or your p's rec,
ndhealtheondtions, thusavoidingunnceesary ext

Limiting the number of feeding necesoric 10 just the
sent uch avaliable bond or fender —ieanothr way
lo maintain simplicity Automat ter sow feed bow le
can serve dual purposes hy ensuring proper parton control
mdreducing mess. By focusing on straightforward tition:
reals and minimizing the number of feading tools, pet
owners can save time, money, and storage space while.
TETE

Maint

Simple and Consistent Grooming Habite

‘Grooming in an cera component of pet ete that beein
fromaminimalia approach Imacad of purchasing an ay of
rooming product, oes on à ow Pase, igh qual eme
that suit your pet's cds, such aca reliable rush, shampoo,
and nail clippers. Regular grooming sions, conducted
Consistently, reduce the ocd fer elabora or lat minute are
sndkoeppetscomfortableand healthy.

iimalien in grooming aso means cabina routine
‘hat ft catia dll We For example, ring your pet's
‘coat regularly can prevent mals and reduce shedding,
ccrasing the nood for extensive cleaning. ar profesional
rooming, By maintsining simple, routine grooming halts,
pet ere can ae te, reduce tes forthe ps, md avoid
thecltcrofexcessive grooming product

{Create Cal and Organized Living Space

‘TReliving environment playa significant role ina minimal
policy Designating a pecan foreach
as fod, being, toy, and grooming too helps keep the
home organic and races enter Using trage solution
ike baskets or his can make it easy to mainain order and.
‘cars cverything haste pce.

Additional, eating a calm and cutter ee environment
‘contributes to pet's emotional wellbeing. Pts thrive in
ss whore hey fel safe and comfortable and minimizing
necessary items roduces overstimulation. Regularly
decltering and clsning pet spaces not only enances the
rather bat leo apport pion nd hal Thi
intetioal living space aligns with minimalist vals and
promote peacefalcocxienos hace and one

Conctaion

Esmbracing minimalist pet lifestyle is though and
intentional approach that hei bth pi and thir owners
By focusing on essential suplin, simpliying marin,
streamlining play and exereise routines, mainaining
Coment rooming mbit, and crating organized living
spices, pe owners can fuer a halber, more balance
environment. This lifestyle not only reduces cher and.
necessary expenses hu als enhances the overall weil
ring and happiness of pts Uma, minimalism in pe
‘care encours mindfulness, sutinabiliy, and a decper
Connection Detwoen pete and thr owner, making Ha
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