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Whiskas creates new breed of dog

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

Whiskas believes that the perfect dog might just be a cat.

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  • Whiskas believes that the perfect dog might just be a cat.
  • Whiskas spokesperson Bianca Malcolm says the campaign is another way the company is working towards its global goal of ending pet homelessness.
  • We love that, through Meowzer, the Whiskas brand is encouraging people to think about responsible pet ownership during this busy period."
  • As well as intercepting search, the Whiskas brand has recruited cat and dog owners to spread the word about the benefits of the Meowzer breed to fans on social media.

VetChip Wins 2024 Purina Pet Care Innovation Grand Prize

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Thursday, March 21, 2024

ORLANDO, Fla., March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- VetChip was selected as the grand prize winner of the 2024 Pet Care Innovation Prize, earning $25,000 and support from the pet care experts at Purina. VetChip was one of five pet care startups from across the U.S., Canada, and Australia that pitched their businesses to pet industry influencers and investors at Global Pet Expo, the pet care industry's biggest trade show. The biotechnology company is dedicated to improving animal health and welfare through pioneering technology that monitors, analyzes, and detects pet health issues. The VetChip is implanted to gather data and alert pet owners via an app if potential issues or signs of illness or injury are detected, allowing for faster diagnosis and treatment.

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  • ORLANDO, Fla., March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- VetChip was selected as the grand prize winner of the 2024 Pet Care Innovation Prize , earning $25,000 and support from the pet care experts at Purina.
  • "We are absolutely thrilled to have our revolutionary biosensor achievements recognized through the Pet Care Innovation Prize 2024," said VetChip co-founder Garnett Hall, DVM.
  • The 2024 class of Pet Care Innovation Prize winners represents some of the best innovation happening in the $136.8 billion* pet care industry.
  • The Pet Care Innovation Prize was created to support and connect with early stage pet care startups that are currently in market with an innovative business addressing pet and pet owner needs in the areas of pet health and wellness, services, technology, and food, treats or litter.

PURINA TEAMS UP WITH PETZEY TO MAKE ON-DEMAND PET TELEHEALTH MORE ACCESSIBLE

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

ST. LOUIS, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The pet experts at Purina are teaming up with Petzey, an on-demand mobile pet telehealth and wellness app, to make access to quality veterinary care more convenient for busy U.S. pet parents. Petzey offers on-demand pet health and wellness guidance through affordable virtual vet consultations and adds to Purina's growing list of pet expert-created content, tools and technology designed to help pet owners find, feed and care for their dogs and cats.

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  • ST. LOUIS, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The pet experts at Purina are teaming up with Petzey, an on-demand mobile pet telehealth and wellness app, to make access to quality veterinary care more convenient for busy U.S. pet parents.
  • By working with Purina, members of the MyPurina program are able to redeem their Purina Perks points for discounts on Petzey telehealth consults.
  • "The MyPurina app brings the knowledge of hundreds of Purina pet experts and our trusted partners to the fingertips of pet parents."
  • Additional Petzey discounts and trial opportunities will soon be available from Purina and its portfolio of trusted pet food and litter brands and growing roster of Petivity pet technology products.

Pet Releaf Unveils Non-CBD Line of Wellness Products at 2024 Global Pet Expo

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

DENVER, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pet Releaf, the industry's first and leading plant-based pet CBD brand, is proud to share their new line of wellness products with attendees at the 2024 Global Pet Expo.

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  • DENVER, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pet Releaf , the industry's first and leading plant-based pet CBD brand, is proud to share their new line of wellness products with attendees at the 2024 Global Pet Expo.
  • Pet Releaf's line – Pet Releaf Naturals – is the first of the brand's non-hemp-based supplements.
  • This is the 8th year Pet Releaf will attend Global Pet Expo, and each year the event has proven a valuable place to meet retailers and thought leaders in the industry.
  • Attendees can visit Pet Releaf at booth #226 throughout the duration of Global Pet Expo.

BANFIELD FOUNDATION RELEASES 2023 IMPACT REPORT CELEBRATING $3.3 MILLION TO HELP REMOVE BARRIERS TO CARE AND MOBILIZE VETERINARY TEAMS

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

VANCOUVER, Wash., March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Banfield Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and the charitable arm of Banfield Pet Hospital®, today released its 2023 annual Impact Report detailing how $3.3 million in grants helped mobilize veterinary care, deploy veterinary teams and enable disaster relief.

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  • The 2023 report outlines how the Banfield Foundation meaningfully delivered on its mission of making preventive care possible for the pets that need it most.
  • Some of this care was delivered through the donation of six mobile veterinary units to nonprofit partners, totaling more than $750,000 in support.
  • In 2023 alone, nearly 65 veterinarians and veterinary technicians volunteered 3,450 hours with the Banfield Foundation caring for vulnerable dogs and cats.
  • "Our work is only possible because of the incredible teams of veterinary professionals that help deliver on that care.

HAGEN GROUP EXPANDS PET PRODUCTS PORTFOLIO; OFFERS NEW INNOVATIONS IN CAT, DOG, AND AQUATICS LINES

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

MANSFIELD, Mass., March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hagen Group , an industry leader in pet products, today unveiled its portfolio of new pet items scheduled for release throughout the year.

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  • MANSFIELD, Mass., March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hagen Group , an industry leader in pet products, today unveiled its portfolio of new pet items scheduled for release throughout the year.
  • Many products will debut at Global Pet Expo, the pet industry's largest annual trade show (in Orlando, FL, March 20-22).
  • "Our goal is to expand innovations within the pet category and develop products that enhance the bond between pets and their families," remarked Jeff San Souci, director of marketing at Hagen Group.
  • New product highlights from Hagen Group include:
    Creamy Cups: Treat felines to a truly decadent, soft mousse made from cage-free chicken or wild-caught tuna, with real fruit.

PSA: As Pandemic Pets Enter New Life Stages, Petco Shares Tips for Supporting Pet Health and Wellness

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

SAN DIEGO, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Four years since the onset of COVID-19, puppies and kittens adopted during the pandemic are now entering adulthood and pets adopted as adults are approaching their senior years. As a partner in complete pet care, Petco Health and Wellness Company Inc. (Nasdaq: WOOF) is sharing veterinarian-recommended tips for supporting pets through life stage transitions.

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  • As a partner in complete pet care, Petco Health and Wellness Company Inc. (Nasdaq: WOOF) is sharing veterinarian-recommended tips for supporting pets through life stage transitions.
  • It's critically important that pet parents understand the varying life stages and how they can help their pets live their healthiest, happiest lives at each milestone."
  • As pets enter their senior years, a trusted veterinarian can diagnose and treat issues to help pets live longer, healthier lives.
  • For more information on supporting pet health and wellness through life stage transitions, visit a Petco pet care center or petco.com.

New Logo, New Packaging, New Products & More!

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

MUSCATINE, Iowa, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kent Pet Group, a subsidiary of Kent Corporation (kentww.com), and the maker of World's Best Cat Litter®, is proud to announce the following news and updates at Global Pet Expo 2024:

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  • The launch of the new visual identity celebrates not only a new logo, but also an entirely new packaging design, and much more.
  • The effort involved in depth consumer research that led to a completely reimagined look with a clean color palate.
  • Poop Fighter™ Maximum Odor Defense is the first natural and sustainable cat litter designed to eliminate poop stink, not just mask it.
  • With manufacturing facilities already in Australia and the United Kingdom, the move means both litter and bedding products will now be available domestically for the first time.

Wellness Pet Company Introduces Wellness® CORE+™ for Cats and Dogs and Expands Product Lines with Proven Nutrition to Support Wellbeing Through Flavorful Variety and Benefits

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024

BURLINGTON, Mass., March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wellness Pet Company, a leader in pet nutrition for over 25 years, is returning to Global Pet Expo 2024 with new product innovations across cat and dog food lines, as well as dental treats and toppers. Supporting its purpose to help pets and their parents fulfill a life of shared wellbeing, the company's newest products and line expansions offer a great variety of nutritional benefits to target unique needs with high-quality food and treat options.

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  • Wellness® CORE+™ is an exciting new addition to the Wellness® wet and dry cat food portfolio.
  • The pureed treats contain prebiotic fiber to support digestive health, and select recipes include added immune health support and skin & coat support.
  • In addition to its newest products for cats, Wellness® continues to expand its existing lines of dog food, toppers and treats.
  • New dry product options for dogs include Wellness® Complete Health® Adult Beef & Barley Recipe as part of the Complete Health® line.

PET PARTNERS LOOKING FOR SOME SPECIAL ANIMALS

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024

BELLEVUE, Wash., March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- It's no secret animals can have a positive impact on a person's mental and physical health. That's why every year thousands of facilities such as libraries, schools, hospitals, assisted living, and more ask Pet Partners volunteers to bring therapy animals to visit and provide comfort to their students, residents, patients, and customers. This April 30 is a special day to recognize the beneficial role therapy dogs and other therapy animals, in partnership with their human companions, play in creating happier, healthier communities.

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  • That's why every year thousands of facilities such as libraries, schools, hospitals, assisted living, and more ask Pet Partners volunteers to bring therapy animals to visit and provide comfort to their students, residents, patients, and customers.
  • Pet Partners is calling for people to volunteer with their pets as therapy animal teams to help support people in need.
  • Pet Partners is the nation's leading registry of therapy animals, and their volunteer teams can't fulfill all the requests they receive for therapy animal visits.
  • "An animal's temperament is what determines whether they might make a good registered therapy animal with Pet Partners, not any specific species or breed," said Pet Partners President and CEO C. Annie Peters.