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Americans’ Pets Offer Mental Health Support to Their Owners, 1 out of 5 Pet Owners Has an Emotional Support Animal

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Friday, March 1, 2024

Eighty-four percent of pet owners say that their pets have a mostly positive impact on their mental health, similar to last year’s polling on the topic.

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  • Eighty-four percent of pet owners say that their pets have a mostly positive impact on their mental health, similar to last year’s polling on the topic.
  • “It’s easy to overlook the role of pets when we’re talking about mental health,” said APA President Petros Levounis, M.D., M.A.
  • “From offering companionship and unconditional love to reducing stress and anxiety, pets can be invaluable sources of comfort and support.
  • One in five (18%) of those with pets said one or more of their pets was certified as an emotional support animal.

Trupanion, Inc. Surpasses 1 Millionth Subscription Pet Milestone

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

Boz is the third pet in his household to be protected by Trupanion, joined by his fur sister Maggie, who holds the distinction of being Trupanion's one-million and one subscription pet.

Key Points: 
  • Boz is the third pet in his household to be protected by Trupanion, joined by his fur sister Maggie, who holds the distinction of being Trupanion's one-million and one subscription pet.
  • Margi Tooth, President of Trupanion stated, “The need for high-value, pet medical insurance has never been greater.
  • With high-quality pet medical insurance, pet parents can access a higher-standard of veterinary care for their pets, more easily budget for unexpected accidents and illnesses, and avoid finances dictating medical care.
  • Through Trupanion’s subscription offerings, we remain committed to providing accessible and comprehensive coverage to ensure every pet receives the care they need.”

HII Begins Topside EMALS Testing on John F. Kennedy (CVN 79) at Newport News Shipbuilding

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Feb. 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) announced today that its Newport News Shipbuilding division (NNS) recently began topside testing of the electromagnetic aircraft launch system (EMALS) on aircraft carrier John F. Kennedy (CVN 79).

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  • NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Feb. 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) announced today that its Newport News Shipbuilding division (NNS) recently began topside testing of the electromagnetic aircraft launch system (EMALS) on aircraft carrier John F. Kennedy (CVN 79).
  • EMALS, first integrated into USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), replaces the existing steam catapults currently in use on the U.S. Navy’s Nimitz-class aircraft carriers.
  • Following successful “no-load” testing on catapults one and two, known as the ‘bow cats,’ the NNS team, alongside the John F. Kennedy crew, has now started “dead-load” testing.
  • In addition to Kennedy, two other Ford-class carriers are under construction at NNS: Enterprise (CVN 80) and Doris Miller (CVN 81).

Revolutionary Elephant iPSC Milestone Reached in Colossal’s Woolly Mammoth Project

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

Colossal Biosciences (“Colossal”), the world’s first de-extinction company, announces today that their Woolly Mammoth team has achieved a global-first iPSC (induced pluripotent stem cells) breakthrough.

Key Points: 
  • Colossal Biosciences (“Colossal”), the world’s first de-extinction company, announces today that their Woolly Mammoth team has achieved a global-first iPSC (induced pluripotent stem cells) breakthrough.
  • This milestone advancement was one of the primary early goals of the mammoth project, and supports the feasibility of future multiplex ex utero mammoth gestation.
  • Invaluable for Colossal’s Woolly Mammoths, these cells can be multiplex-edited and differentiated to study cold adaptation traits like woolly hair growth and fat storage in cellular and organoid models.
  • “In the past, a multitude of attempts to generate elephant iPSCs have not been fruitful.

Whisker To Sponsor All Cat Adoption Fees in March at Best Friends Animal Society To Help Save Cats

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

Throughout the month of March, every purchase of the Litter-Robot x Best Friends® bundle through Whisker’s website will help save cats at Best Friends Animal Society’s lifesaving centers.

Key Points: 
  • Throughout the month of March, every purchase of the Litter-Robot x Best Friends® bundle through Whisker’s website will help save cats at Best Friends Animal Society’s lifesaving centers.
  • For each Best Friends Bundle sold from March 1 through March 31, 2024, Whisker will give back 1% of sales to cover cat adoption fees at Best Friends' lifesaving centers located across the country.
  • As a result of this donation, prospective cat parents looking to adopt through Best Friends will have their adoption fees fully covered throughout the month.
  • This year, by sponsoring adoptions, Whisker is pleased to continue supporting Best Friends’ critical efforts to save the lives of cats and dogs throughout America.

16th Annual WCS Run For The Wild to Protect Iconic Snow Leopards & Other Wildlife

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

You probably can’t outrun a snow leopard , but you may be able to help protect them at the 16th annual WCS Run For The Wild 5K run and 3K family fun run/walk on Saturday, April 27, at the Bronx Zoo.

Key Points: 
  • You probably can’t outrun a snow leopard , but you may be able to help protect them at the 16th annual WCS Run For The Wild 5K run and 3K family fun run/walk on Saturday, April 27, at the Bronx Zoo.
  • More than 80 snow leopards have been born at the Bronx Zoo, more than any other zoo in North America.
  • We have long been a global leader in snow leopard conservation, thanks in part to funds raised during the annual WCS Run For The Wild.
  • Register to participate in the 16th annual WCS Run For The Wild and help us make tracks for snow leopards.

DoorDash Announces Partnership with Pet Supplies Plus for On-Demand Delivery

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

DoorDash (NASDAQ: DASH), the local commerce platform, today announced a new partnership with Pet Supplies Plus , the largest and most trusted pet retail franchise, to offer on-demand delivery of pet essentials from 720 locations.

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  • DoorDash (NASDAQ: DASH), the local commerce platform, today announced a new partnership with Pet Supplies Plus , the largest and most trusted pet retail franchise, to offer on-demand delivery of pet essentials from 720 locations.
  • Whether it’s restocking food for their furry, feathery, or scaly friends, or indulging their pet with a new treat, pet parents can now enjoy the convenience of same-day delivery on DoorDash.
  • "Since launching the Pets vertical in 2020, DoorDash has more than 400,000 pet products available for on-demand delivery,” said Fuad Hannon, VP of New Verticals.
  • "We're thrilled to expand our selection further with the addition of Pet Supplies Plus to the Marketplace.

FAMILY-FAVOURITE BRAND CAT & JACK® EXCLUSIVELY LAUNCHES AT HUDSON'S BAY

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Friday, March 8, 2024

As a key brand in the kids departments, customers will find a dedicated Cat & Jack experience in every store.

Key Points: 
  • As a key brand in the kids departments, customers will find a dedicated Cat & Jack experience in every store.
  • "As we continue to expand this established area of our business, we're pleased to work with Hudson's Bay to offer our popular Cat & Jack kids brand to Canadian shoppers in all Hudson's Bay stores and via TheBay.com."
  • Cat & Jack will be available in every Hudson's Bay store, beginning March 14 in the majority of stores as well as on TheBay.com.
  • Cat & Jack is available in Canada exclusively at Hudson's Bay.

12th Annual "Fit Pets for Rescues" Fundraiser/Contest: now powered by Healthy Pet Connect and myBalto!

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

MADISON, Wis., March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The 12th Annual "Fit Pets for Rescues" (FPR) Ideal Weight Contest will be held virtually using the Healthy Pet Connect (HPC) telemonitoring platform.

Key Points: 
  • MADISON, Wis., March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The 12th Annual "Fit Pets for Rescues" (FPR) Ideal Weight Contest will be held virtually using the Healthy Pet Connect (HPC) telemonitoring platform.
  • It is a proven concept, based on peer reviewed studies and is designed to "move the needle" on the pet obesity epidemic.
  • It is for any pet parent who believes in fit pets and/or wants to help rescues!
  • Healthy Pet Connect is a pet care platform that allows chronic care of cats and dogs, including obesity, remotely.

Veyond, Inc. Announces New Wave of Virtual Artists and Vtubers, Pioneering the Future of Entertainment

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

The Vtubers details are as follows:

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  • The Vtubers details are as follows:
    taroPoP: A Kansai dialect Vsinger, known for his engaging persona, musical talent, and love for cats, music, and games.
  • Emera: The self-proclaimed eternal 19-year-old, influenced by the Heisei era internet, with a passion for "kawaii culture" and Lolita fashion.
  • - Will stream titles like The Idolmaster Shiny Colors Song for Prism, Genshin Impact, Fashion Dreamer, and more.
  • Rubiana: A vampire with a love for murder mysteries and Japanese subculture, combining noble origins with a down-to-earth attitude.