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Colgate Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend

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Thursday, January 12, 2023

The Board of Directors of Colgate-Palmolive Company (NYSE:CL) today declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.47 per common share, payable on February 14, 2023, to shareholders of record on January 23, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • The Board of Directors of Colgate-Palmolive Company (NYSE:CL) today declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.47 per common share, payable on February 14, 2023, to shareholders of record on January 23, 2023.
  • The Company has paid uninterrupted dividends on its common stock since 1895.
  • Colgate-Palmolive Company is a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for all people, their pets and our planet.
  • For more information about Colgate’s global business and how we are building a future to smile about, visit www.colgatepalmolive.com .

Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming Expands to Canada with First Location Set to Open in Greater Toronto Area

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Tuesday, January 10, 2023

Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming , the leading pet service franchise brand in the U.S., is excited to announce it will open its first store in Canada in 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming , the leading pet service franchise brand in the U.S., is excited to announce it will open its first store in Canada in 2023.
  • The pet store will be the company’s first franchise-owned international location in the Greater Toronto Area, with plans to open 200 locations in the country.
  • With its mission to be the world’s largest network of neighborhood pet stores, Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming has 200 locations open or under development across 18 states in the U.S. offering luxury spa services, gourmet treats and premium pet nutrition.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230110005273/en/
    “We’re thrilled to be widening the Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming footprint starting with our Canadian debut in the vibrant greater Toronto area,” said Alex Macedo, previous Global Brand President for Tim Hortons and current Chairman of Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming.

Vetsource Announces Enhancements to Scripting Experience

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Friday, January 13, 2023

PORTLAND, Ore., Jan. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Vetsource®, a pet health company designed to provide innovative pharmacy, technology and business services to those who care for pets, will preview its new scripting experience this week at the 2023 Veterinary Meeting & Expo (VMX), in Orlando, Florida. Vetsource's innovative business solutions — Prescription Management, Data & Insights (formerly VetSuccess), and Client Engagement (including the Vet2Pet client communication system) — will be represented for the first time as one united Vetsource brand at booth #1230.

Key Points: 
  • Vetsource will preview its new scripting experience this week at the 2023 Veterinary Meeting & Expo (VMX) in Orlando.
  • New enhancements to the scripting experience will continue to drive efficiency to the nearly 10,000 practices that choose Vetsource for prescription management.
  • In addition to the new scripting experience, Vetsource also announced a change to their retail compensation program, now titled Digital Processing Program (DPP).
  • VMX attendees can visit Vetsource (booth #1230) to learn more about the new scripting experience, and take home a complimentary customized pet collar tag.

Covetrus To Showcase Innovation and Technology at VMX 2023

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Thursday, January 12, 2023

PORTLAND, Maine, Jan. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Covetrus®, a global leader in animal-health technology and services, today announced its plans to showcase an array of the company's innovation and technology at VMX 2023, the world's largest veterinary education conference which will take place in Orlando, Fla., January 14-18.

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  • "VMX is one of the premier veterinary conferences and a great place for us to showcase our unique innovations and technologies, launch new products, and connect with our veterinary partners," said Benjamin Wolin, president and CEO, at Covetrus.
  • "At this year's conference, we will feature Pulse, the industry's first cloud-based vOS; launch the Covetrus GluCurve Pet CGM, our new technology benefiting diabetic pets; and highlight how Covetrus solutions help practices with challenges we hear from the industry every day.
  • We invite all VMX 2023 attendees to stop by our Covetrus booth #3926 to learn more."
  • Covetrus highlights for VMX 2023 include:
    Pulse is an innovative cloud-based veterinary operating system (vOS) that seamlessly connects veterinarians to the technology they need to optimize their operations amid workforce challenges and a drumbeat of demand.

Volition Announces Expansion of Availability of the Nu.Q® Vet Cancer Test Through IDEXX's Reference Laboratory Network

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Thursday, January 12, 2023

It is a simple, cost effective, easy to use blood test for screening older or 'at risk' dogs.

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  • It is a simple, cost effective, easy to use blood test for screening older or 'at risk' dogs.
  • "Our Nucleosomics™ technology is easy to incorporate into annual wellness visits to support veterinarians in their clinical decision-making, enable earlier detection and treatment of cancer and improve the health and wellbeing of pets and pet owners.
  • Volition is developing simple, easy-to-use, cost-effective blood tests to help diagnose and monitor a range of life-altering diseases including cancer in both humans and animals.
  • Volition Signs Global Supply Agreement for Nu.Q® Vet Cancer Test.

PetSmart Charities® Commits $100 Million to Improve Access to Veterinary Care

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Thursday, January 12, 2023

PHOENIX, Jan. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The inability of many families to access veterinary care is a pressing issue facing animal welfare nationally. To combat this, PetSmart Charities announced a commitment of $100 million over the next five years to help break down the geographic, cultural, language and financial barriers that prevent pets from receiving the veterinary care they need to thrive.  

Key Points: 
  • With pets being universally recognized as beloved family members, the challenges posed by an inability to access veterinary care can have a profound impact.
  • PetSmart Charities estimates it would cost more than $20 billion annually to bridge the gap for pets in need of veterinary care at standard veterinary prices.
  • Developing community-based models led by local changemakers to improve access to veterinary care to underserved communities through an emphasis on their unique challenges.
  • For more information on how PetSmart Charities is working to expand access to veterinary care nationwide or to help support initiatives like this for pets and their families, visit petsmartcharities.org .

Pet Wearable Market to be Worth $6.88 Billion by 2030: Grand View Research, Inc.

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Thursday, January 12, 2023

Key Industry Insights & Findings from the report:

Key Points: 
  • Key Industry Insights & Findings from the report:
    During the forecast period, the GPS-enabled pet wearable devices sector is expected to grow at the quickest CAGR of 15%.
  • Read 120 page full market research report, " Pet Wearable Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Technology (RFID, GPS, Sensors), By Application (Identification & Tracking, Behavior Monitoring & Control), By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2023 - 2030 ", published by Grand View Research.
  • Currently, the pet wearable industry is expanding primarily due to the pet wearable industry in the developing nations of Latin America, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa.
  • Grand View Research has segmented the global pet wearable market based on technology, application, and region:
    Pet Wearable Market - Technology Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

Pet Wearable Market to be Worth $6.88 Billion by 2030: Grand View Research, Inc.

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Thursday, January 12, 2023

Key Industry Insights & Findings from the report:

Key Points: 
  • Key Industry Insights & Findings from the report:
    During the forecast period, the GPS-enabled pet wearable devices sector is expected to grow at the quickest CAGR of 15%.
  • Read 120 page full market research report, " Pet Wearable Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Technology (RFID, GPS, Sensors), By Application (Identification & Tracking, Behavior Monitoring & Control), By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2023 - 2030 ", published by Grand View Research.
  • Currently, the pet wearable industry is expanding primarily due to the pet wearable industry in the developing nations of Latin America, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa.
  • Grand View Research has segmented the global pet wearable market based on technology, application, and region:
    Pet Wearable Market - Technology Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

Furbuilt Launches New Automatic Litterbox

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Sunday, January 29, 2023

Furbuilt launches an automatic litter box with advanced features and technology named Catbula.

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  • KowLoon, Hong Kong--(Newsfile Corp. - January 29, 2023) - Furbuilt is launching a new product called Catbula, an automatic litter box designed specifically for large cats and multi-cat households.
  • Its integrated automatic packing system takes care of cleaning processes.
  • The automatic litter box reduces litter maintenance by changing the bag and pushing the box back into place every thirty days.
  • The Furbuilt app records every use of the litter box, so users can keep track of their cat's habits and spot any potential issues.

Helping Pets Live Longer, Trupanion Surpasses Two Billion Dollars Paid Out to Veterinarians and Pet Parents

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Monday, January 16, 2023

To date, Trupanion insured pets have visited veterinarians more than 8.5 million times.

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  • To date, Trupanion insured pets have visited veterinarians more than 8.5 million times.
  • In 2020, Trupanion reached $1 billion paid out in veterinary invoices.
  • Since then, the population of Trupanion insured pets has grown to over 800,000 with Trupanion paying out an additional $1 billion in veterinary invoices.
  • In the past three years alone, Trupanion has paid out $29 million per month, or $6.7 million per week, equating to over $959,000 per day – or $40,000 every hour paid out to veterinarians and pet parents.