Banfield Pet Hospital

Pet Ownership Saves $22.7 Billion in Annual Health Care Costs

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023

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WASHINGTON, May 23, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Pet ownership saves the U.S. health care system $22.7 billion annually, according to a newly released economic report. The report, commissioned by the Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI), examined the health care cost savings associated with pet ownership in the United States.

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WASHINGTON, May 23, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Pet ownership saves the U.S. health care system $22.7 billion annually, according to a newly released economic report.
The report, commissioned by the Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI), examined the health care cost savings associated with pet ownership in the United States.
"The results of this analysis are conservative and likely underestimate the positive health care savings connected to pet ownership," said Dr. Clower.
The report authors conducted an analysis of the health care cost savings associated with pet ownership by examining the scientifically-documented health benefits of pet ownership; identifying the populations receiving these benefits; and quantifying the avoided health care costs for those populations.

MARS UNDERSCORES COMMITMENT TO CREATING A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS AS IT RECOGNIZES NATIONAL PET MONTH WITH ITS CHARITABLE PARTNERS

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Friday, May 5, 2023

MCLEAN, Va., May 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As pet parents and pet lovers across the country celebrate National Pet Month in May, Mars, Incorporated, home to some of the most-loved brands for people and pets including PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, GREENIES™, M&M'S®, and BEN'S ORIGINAL™, is recognizing the efforts of its pet care and veterinary health businesses and their affiliated charitable partners as they help end pet homelessness; provide quality pet health care services where it's needed most, and enable pet friendliness in cities across the country.

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One hundred percent of donations will support the VCA Charities Ready for Rescue grant program, which supports shelters with adoption-readiness efforts and veterinary care and resources.
This summer, the Banfield Foundation, in partnership with Banfield Pet Hospital™ Associates and select nonprofit partners, will host a Mars Ambassador Program assignment to bring veterinary care to vulnerable populations of pets alongside two nonprofit partners.
Last year, Banfield Foundation, with support from Mars Associates, helped care for more than 2,000 pets by spaying/neutering, vaccinating, microchipping and/or treating for illness and injury.
Grants are given to organizations that share the goal of ending pet homelessness and helping dogs find their forever homes.

BANFIELD FOUNDATION RELEASES 2022 IMPACT REPORT CELEBRATING $3.2 MILLION IN SUPPORT OF PETS AND THE PEOPLE WHO LOVE THEM

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023

VANCOUVER, Wash., April 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --Banfield Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and the charitable arm of Banfield Pet Hospital®, today released its 2022 annual Impact Report detailing how it helped make veterinary care, temporary shelter and disaster relief possible for nearly 1.5 million pets.

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The 2022 report outlines how the Banfield Foundation meaningfully delivered on its mission of making preventive care possible for the pets that need it most.
In 2022, the Foundation focused on deploying resources, teams and dollars to help families care for and keep their pets, lowering the financial and geographic barriers that negatively impact the human animal bond.
It also means mobilizing teams to deliver care to inner-city communities where pet owners often lack resources," said Kim Van Syoc, Executive Director, Banfield Foundation.
Our goal for 2022 was simple—we wanted to bring more care to more pets in more places and that is exactly what we accomplished."

MARS JOINS FORCES WITH BREAD FOR THE CITY AND HUMANE RESCUE ALLIANCE TO HELP PEOPLE AND PETS IN NEED IN SOUTHEAST D.C. NEIGHBORHOOD

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Monday, April 17, 2023

WASHINGTON, April 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Saturday, Mars, Incorporated, a leader in confectionery, snacking, food, and pet care products and services and the maker of some of the world's most-loved brands, including M&M'S®, SNICKERS®, BEN'S ORIGINAL™, PEDIGREE®, and IAMS®, partnered with Bread for the City, a Washington D.C. nonprofit providing services to D.C. residents living with low incomes, and Humane Rescue Alliance, an animal rescue and adoption organization, to host a free community market event for local residents and their pets. In total, the event provided food to more than 100 families and veterinary services to nearly 150 pets, with nearly 40 pets receiving microchips and 268 pet vaccinations provided.

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Mars has worked closely with Humane Rescue Alliance since 2012 and Bread for the City since 2018 through event partnerships, volunteer and Board service, as well as monetary and product donations.
"Thank you to Bread for the City and the Human Rescue Alliance for ensuring that those who need help are able to get the support they deserve."
"Over the years, Bread for the City has worked separately and closely with Mars and HRA.
It's community partnerships like these that make our work to help animals by supporting the people who love them possible."

Mars Veterinary Health, AVMA, and industry leaders unveil the Positive Pet Care Guide

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Tuesday, April 11, 2023

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VANCOUVER, Wash., April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, an industry-wide working group led by Mars Veterinary Health and the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) released the Positive Pet Care Guide – a new resource aimed at strengthening the relationship between veterinary teams and clients in support of providing the best possible care to pets. The Positive Pet Care Guide, a free resource now available to the entire veterinary profession, outlines shared expectations of both veterinary professionals and pet owners to help foster healthy lines of communication and encourage an environment where each veterinary interaction is rooted in a supportive, safe, and inclusive environment for all.

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VANCOUVER, Wash., April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, an industry-wide working group led by Mars Veterinary Health and the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) released the Positive Pet Care Guide – a new resource aimed at strengthening the relationship between veterinary teams and clients in support of providing the best possible care to pets.
The Positive Pet Care Guide, a free resource now available to the entire veterinary profession, outlines shared expectations of both veterinary professionals and pet owners to help foster healthy lines of communication and encourage an environment where each veterinary interaction is rooted in a supportive, safe, and inclusive environment for all.
"Mars Veterinary Health and our family of practices are proud to collaborate with industry leaders to drive positive change across the profession so that people and pets can thrive," said Doug Drew, president of Mars Veterinary Health.
To show your support for the Guide and commitment to positive pet care interactions, engage on social via #positivepetcareguide.

After Pandemic Pet Boom and Rise in Demand for Veterinary Care, Good News: Pet Owners and Veterinary Professionals are Ready for Positive Partnerships

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Tuesday, April 11, 2023

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VANCOUVER, Wash., April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Relationships aren't always easy, but when it comes to caring for pets, new survey data finds owners and veterinary teams want to put in the work to create stronger pet care partnerships. To uncover key pain points, opportunities, and areas of understanding between these two groups, Banfield Pet Hospital – the leading provider of preventive veterinary care and part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of practices – surveyed 1,000 dog and cat owners nationwide and the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) took a pulse of more than 1,300 U.S. veterinarians.

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According to survey data, over 90% of veterinary professionals and more than 80% of pet owners agree that strong and positive veterinary team-client relationships are important to them.
"We believe that at the heart of our purpose – A Better World for Pets – lies strong, trusting partnerships between veterinary teams and pet owners," said Mony Iyer, president of Banfield Pet Hospital.
No partnership comes without its challenges or disagreements, but survey findings reveal veterinary professionals and pet owners overwhelmingly feel empathy, understanding, and appreciation towards one another.
To show your support for the Guide and commitment to positive pet care interactions, engage on social via #positivepetcareguide.

Vera Bradley Announces Streamlined Leadership Structure

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Tuesday, January 24, 2023

FORT WAYNE, Ind., Jan. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vera Bradley, Inc. (Nasdaq: VRA) (“VRA” or the “Company”) today announced a new streamlined corporate structure designed to drive cost savings, add more focus on marketing and merchandising, and position the Company to deliver steady top- and bottom-line growth.

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As a part of the reorganization, the Company has eliminated the positions of Vera Bradley Brand President, Chief Creative Officer, and Chief Revenue Officer.
“Individually, each has made a big impact on Vera Bradley and the Company we are today.
The Vera Bradley brand and creative marketing, retail store, and retail brand experience teams will also report to Hiatt.
Ardrey noted, “It is critical to have a high-functioning, aligned executive leadership team, and this flattened and streamlined structure will help us execute better, make faster decisions, and drive success.

FCPT Announces Acquisition of a Portfolio of Three Properties for $11.5 Million

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Friday, December 30, 2022

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Four Corners Property Trust (NYSE:FCPT), a real estate investment trust primarily engaged in the ownership and acquisition of high-quality, net-leased restaurant and retail properties (“FCPT” or the “Company”), is pleased to announce the acquisition of three properties leased to Aspen Dental, Addus Homecare, AT&T, WellNow, and Banfield Pet Hospital for $11.5 million.

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Four Corners Property Trust (NYSE:FCPT), a real estate investment trust primarily engaged in the ownership and acquisition of high-quality, net-leased restaurant and retail properties (“FCPT” or the “Company”), is pleased to announce the acquisition of three properties leased to Aspen Dental, Addus Homecare, AT&T, WellNow, and Banfield Pet Hospital for $11.5 million.
The properties are located in a strong retail corridor in Illinois.
The tenants are all corporate-operated under net leases with a weighted average five years of term remaining.
The transaction was priced at a 6.8% cap rate on rent as of the closing date, exclusive of transaction costs.

The North American Veterinary Community Partners with Veterinary Industry Leader in DEI to Inspire and Support Future Veterinarians

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Tuesday, December 6, 2022

ORLANDO, Fla., Dec. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The North American Veterinary Community (NAVC) is proud to announce its partnership with the nationally-recognized DEI BLEND program to provide inspiration, education and scholarship support to enable underserved middle school-aged children to pursue a career in veterinary medicine. The immersive, hands-on educational program will debut with a diversity-focused event on Martin Luther King Jr. Day for minority students from Central Florida during the 2023 Veterinary Meeting & Expo (VMX). VMX is the world's leading annual veterinary conference. It will be hosted in Orlando from Jan. 14 to 18 at the Orange County Convention Center. The event, "A Day of Service: Believe & Belong in Veterinary Medicine," is sponsored by Banfield Pet Hospital, Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health, Hill's Pet Nutrition and Merck Animal Health.

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"We are passionate about providing ongoing education and mentoring to the veterinarians of tomorrow through our new initiative," said NAVC CEO Gene O'Neill.
"A Day of Service: Believe & Belong in Veterinary Medicine" will be led by BLEND's founder and CEO, Dr. Niccole Bruno.
Participating students will learn about the various aspects of veterinary medicine from a diverse group of veterinary experts at VMX 2023.
Activities planned for students include:
Hands-on experience using workshop stations to learn about veterinary surgery, dermatology, emergency medicine and preventive care.

BANFIELD FOUNDATION AND RURAL AREA VETERINARY SERVICES (RAVS) LAUNCH TRAVEL SCHOLARSHIP FOR VETERINARY STUDENTS

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022

VANCOUVER, Wash., Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Banfield Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and the charitable arm of Banfield Pet Hospital®, today announced a grant to the Humane Society of the United States' Rural Area Veterinary Services (RAVS) program to create its first-ever Field Clinic Travel Scholarship designed to provide travel scholarships for veterinary students, veterinary technicians and veterinary technician students, as well as veterinary assistants participating in RAVS field teaching clinics in 2023.

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VANCOUVER, Wash., Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Banfield Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and the charitable arm of Banfield Pet Hospital, today announced a grant to the Humane Society of the United States' Rural Area Veterinary Services (RAVS) program to create its first-ever Field Clinic Travel Scholarship designed to provide travel scholarships for veterinary students, veterinary technicians and veterinary technician students, as well as veterinary assistants participating in RAVS field teaching clinics in 2023.
RAVS' veterinary field teaching clinics provide intensive, highly mentored hands-on experience for hundreds of veterinary and veterinary technician students and professionals each yearin 2022 alone, 225 veterinary professionals and students volunteered 18,200 hours caring for 7,500 pets.
The Rural Area Veterinary Services (RAVS) program is operated by the Humane Society of the United States.
In addition, our veterinary field training programs have provided life-changing service-learning opportunities for more than 9,000 veterinary students and professionals.