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Intella X Launches 'Adventure': Rewarding Traditional Gameplay with Web3 Rewards

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
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The new platform feature represents a significant stride in bridging the gap of traditional gamers and the innovative landscape of Web3 technology.

Key Points: 
  • The new platform feature represents a significant stride in bridging the gap of traditional gamers and the innovative landscape of Web3 technology.
  • Designed with the diverse gaming community in mind, 'Adventure' offers a unique blend of gameplay, collaboration, and rewards, enabling players to accrue points across various genres and convert them into Intella X's native IX tokens.
  • This innovative approach enhances the gaming landscape, catering to both seasoned and novel Web3 gamers, and introduces 'Crew,' a dynamic guild system fostering teamwork and community within the Intella X ecosystem.
  • A spokesperson for Intella X expressed, "With the unveiling of 'Adventure,' we extend an invitation to gamers everywhere to join us in transcending the traditional limits of play, reward, and community.

Intella X Launches 'Adventure': Rewarding Traditional Gameplay with Web3 Rewards

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, April 4, 2024
PFP, Reward, FPS, Adventure, Sport, Crew, NFT, Cat, Collection, Movement, Video game

The new platform feature represents a significant stride in bridging the gap of traditional gamers and the innovative landscape of Web3 technology.

Key Points: 
  • The new platform feature represents a significant stride in bridging the gap of traditional gamers and the innovative landscape of Web3 technology.
  • Designed with the diverse gaming community in mind, 'Adventure' offers a unique blend of gameplay, collaboration, and rewards, enabling players to accrue points across various genres and convert them into Intella X's native IX tokens.
  • This innovative approach enhances the gaming landscape, catering to both seasoned and novel Web3 gamers, and introduces 'Crew,' a dynamic guild system fostering teamwork and community within the Intella X ecosystem.
  • A spokesperson for Intella X expressed, "With the unveiling of 'Adventure,' we extend an invitation to gamers everywhere to join us in transcending the traditional limits of play, reward, and community.

WesternU College of Veterinary Medicine to host annual Open House April 6

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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POMONA, Calif., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Western University of Health Sciences College of Veterinary Medicine is thrilled to announce the return of its popular College of Veterinary Medicine Open House on April 6, 2024. The event is set to run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will feature immersive experiences and educational opportunities for visitors of all ages. WesternU's address is 309 E. Second St., Pomona, California 91766.

Key Points: 
  • POMONA, Calif., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Western University of Health Sciences College of Veterinary Medicine is thrilled to announce the return of its popular College of Veterinary Medicine Open House on April 6, 2024.
  • Last year, the Open House attracted more than 4,000 guests, reinforcing its status as a premier community engagement event.
  • We welcome potential students, their families, and community members to join us in exploring the world of veterinary medicine.
  • Pet owners are invited to bring their cats and dogs to the Open House for vaccinations.

New pet owner survey suggests common myths fueling significant gap in prevention of deadly parasite for U.S. dogs and cats

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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VANCOUVER, Wash., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Banfield Pet Hospital – the nation's leading provider of preventive veterinary care and part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of practices – surveyed 1,000 U.S. dog and cat owners and analyzed its pet medical record database to gain insights on the state of heartworm prevalence in pets, including seasonal and local trends.  

Key Points: 
  • According to the American Heartworm Society , more than a million pets in the U.S. have heartworm – a serious and potentially fatal parasite for dogs and cats that is contracted from mosquitos – and cases are on the rise.
  • Despite the growing prevalence, new survey findings from Banfield reveal nearly 40% of dog and cat owners don't believe their pet is at risk of getting heartworms and nearly 30% said their pet is not on heartworm prevention.
  • Further, 21% of pet owners don't believe the mosquitos in their state carry the parasite, despite heartworm cases being diagnosed in all 50 states.
  • Notably, states including Washington and Oregon made the top 10 list, which according to the American Heartworm Society are areas with historically low heartworm rates.

Farm to Pet Launches a Flurry of Pure Protein Dog Food Toppers

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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CHICAGO, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Get those pet food bowls ready for a perfect storm of flavor and nutrition! Farm To Pet, maker of all-natural, single-ingredient pet treats and chews, is rolling out new and improved Pet Treat Food Toppers, powdered versions of their iconic Chicken Chips and Turkey Chips pet treats featuring all-new packaging and texture. Just a sprinkle, shake, or spoonful gives kibble, wet foods, slow feeders, or training mats an extra shot of the pure, low-fat protein dogs – or cats! – need to live their best lives.

Key Points: 
  • Farm To Pet, maker of all-natural, single-ingredient pet treats and chews, is rolling out new and improved Pet Treat Food Toppers , powdered versions of their iconic Chicken Chips and Turkey Chips pet treats featuring all-new packaging and texture.
  • Just a sprinkle, shake, or spoonful gives kibble, wet foods, slow feeders, or training mats an extra shot of the pure, low-fat protein dogs – or cats!
  • In fact, at over 80% protein content, Treat Toppers offer 2-3 times the protein of other options on the market."
  • What's more, Pet Treat Food Toppers are perfect for finicky eaters, instantly adding the irresistible taste of Farm To Pet Turkey or Chicken Chips to any meal without added fat or empty calories.

BISSELL Launches CrossWave® OmniForce™ with Industry-First Feature

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BISSELL, a leader in homecare cleaning solutions, today introduced the CrossWave® OmniForce™ - a wet dry vac and cleaning powerhouse that delivers twice the clean in one machine. The most innovative CrossWave® machine yet, the CrossWave® OmniForce™ Wet Dry Vac, delivers the best of both a mop and vacuum, equipped to tackle crumbs and kibble in Power Vac mode and muddy paw prints in Power Mop mode. The duality of the cordless machine makes it the ideal everyday product for households with a variety of mess-makers, from cats and dogs to kids and partners.

Key Points: 
  • "BISSELL has a history of intentional innovation dating back to 1876 with the original carpet sweeper," said Max Bissell, president of wash and global sales.
  • BISSELL introduced the first ever 2-in-1 vacuum and mop for hard floors in 2016 when it launched the first CrossWave machine.
  • When you buy a BISSELL® product, Every Purchase Saves Pets™ through its support of BISSELL Pet Foundation®, a non-profit organization dedicated to reducing pet homelessness.
  • To learn more about BISSELL and the CrossWave OmniForce, visit https://www.bissell.com .

Royal Canin North America Names Viral Patel, Vice President, Finance

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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ST. CHARLES, Mo., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Royal Canin North America, a division of Mars, Incorporated, is pleased to announce the promotion of Viral Patel to Vice President, Finance, effective April 1, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • ST. CHARLES, Mo., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Royal Canin North America, a division of Mars, Incorporated, is pleased to announce the promotion of Viral Patel to Vice President, Finance, effective April 1, 2024.
  • As a member of the North American Leadership Team, Viral will also focus on building a strong governance and controls culture, while developing talent and finance capabilities across North America.
  • "It's an honor to join this group of dynamic and collaborative leaders, while applying my learnings and successes within the Veterinary Business Unit of Royal Canin North America across the entire organization."
  • Viral joined Royal Canin North America in 2021 as Chief Financial Officer Vet U.S. and played a critical role in leading in Royal Canin's Vet Business Unit, setting the business up for short and long-term success through the implementation of new tools and processes.

Calling All Cats, This One's For You: The SHEBA® Brand Is Giving Cats More of What They Want With A New Premium Cat Food Offering

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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FRANKLIN, Tenn., March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As cat parents know, cats are well versed in licking many things, especially when it comes to rich, delicious gravy. As a cat food brand that puts cats at the heart of everything it does, the SHEBA® brand has expanded their premium cat food offerings with new SHEBA® GRAVY INDULGENCE™ Entrées. The new product comes in an easy-to-peel twin pack that appeals to cats' selective tastes with extra1 gravy – specifically 70% gravy and 30% delicate cuts of beef, chicken, or fish – in four delectable flavors.

Key Points: 
  • As a cat food brand that puts cats at the heart of everything it does, the SHEBA® brand has expanded their premium cat food offerings with new SHEBA® GRAVY INDULGENCE™ Entrées .
  • The Gravy Race, developed with creative agency AMV BBDO, celebrates the launch of the SHEBA brand's latest product innovation, SHEBA® GRAVY INDULGENCE™ Entrées.
  • New SHEBA® GRAVY INDULGENCE™ Entrées are now available online or in-store at major retailers and pet stores nationwide.
  • For more information on the brand's full portfolio of products, visit Sheba.com , or follow along The Gravy Race on Instagram and TikTok .

Washington Campers More Likely to Camp with Family, Pets

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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Their fur babies were also along for the ride as Washington campers were 8% more likely to camp with a dog than others nationwide.

Key Points: 
  • Their fur babies were also along for the ride as Washington campers were 8% more likely to camp with a dog than others nationwide.
  • And while camping with cats has yet to take off as a significant trend, Washington campers were 24% more likely to bring their feline friends to the campsite.
  • Those surveyed from Washington, Oregon and California were 29% less likely to be first-time campers in 2023.
  • The Dyrt's survey found that campers from Washington were 27% less likely to work while camping in 2023 compared to the national average.

Novel research leverages AI to identify dogs at higher risk for cancer

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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Findings may help identify dogs at higher risk for DLBCL.

Key Points: 
  • Findings may help identify dogs at higher risk for DLBCL.
  • The team plans to provide pet owners and veterinarians with intervention strategies to help lower the risk in identified dogs.
  • Beyond its direct impact on dogs, this research effort could influence numerous research avenues in other mammals, including cats, endangered species and even humans, Modiano added.
  • The approach may also provide insights into aging, cancer risk and chronic conditions, extending the study's significance beyond companion dogs.