In this section of the Purina News Center, you'll find our news releases. The releases are listed in chronological order and are archived by year.
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ST. LOUIS (May 24, 2022) – For more than 125 years, Purina has been giving back to pets and people in need. Recently, more than 1,200 St. Louis-based Purina employees took part in the company’s 21
Through the Purple Leash Project, Purina and the nonprofit RedRover aim to make 25 percent of domestic violence shelters pet-friendly by 2025 ST. LOUIS, May 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In honor of...
Purina Cat Chow Teams Up with Pet Partners and Institute on Aging to Provide Free Virtual Therapy Cat Visits for Seniors during Mental Health Awareness Month ST. LOUIS, May 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --...
ST. LOUIS, April 27, 2021 – As firefighters continue efforts to contain wildfires burning across the southwest, Purina announced a $10,000 grant to the United Way of Northern Arizona’s Crisis...
A University of Missouri study, funded by Purina, shows pet ownership helps reduce stress for parents and their children with autism via strong human-animal bond interactions. The results of the...
#1 Vet Recommended Probiotic Brand to Support Calm Behavior now Available for Cats ST. LOUIS , April 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Supplements has announced that Calming Care,...
RALEIGH, NC (March 30, 2022) – The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the health of all dogs and their owners, announces that Purina has donated...
San Diego, California-Based Pet Startup Wins Additional Funding and Support from Purina in Annual Competition ST. LOUIS, March 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Five pet care startups from across the U.S....
WASHINGTON (PRWEB) MARCH 16, 2022 -- The Pet and Women Safety (PAWS) Act Coalition today celebrated the passage of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2022, which for the third year in a row,...
Purina and the nonprofit RedRover have awarded five Purple Leash Project grants to help local domestic violence shelters make pet-friendly transformations. The latest grant recipients include The...
Five pet care startups from across the U.S. have been selected as the 2022 winners of the sixth annual Pet Care Innovation Prize powered by Purina. From a company giving dog breath a lasting mint...
To honor actress, comedian and fellow pet and animal lover, Betty White, Purina and Petfinder join fans in taking the #BettyWhiteChallenge and making donations to animal organizations in her...
As first responders continue search and rescue efforts in the wake of the recent tornadoes that swept across six states in the South and Midwest United States, Purina announced a $25,000 grant to...
ST. LOUIS, December 14, 2021 – As first responders continue search and rescue efforts in the wake of the recent tornadoes that swept across six states in the South and Midwest United States,...
This Thanksgiving, the National Dog Show Presented by Purina is giving pet lovers something extra to celebrate as Purina, NBC and the Kennel Club of Philadelphia mark the 20th anniversary of the...
When dogs need help, a bark, paw or even a flash of those infamous puppy dog eyes can give their humans an attention-grabbing cue, but new Purina research shows that cats have their own methods...
BLOOMFIELD, October 26, 2021 – Purina leaders gathered in southeast Missouri to celebrate the completion of a $250 million expansion at the company’s Bloomfield, Missouri, cat litter factory....
There is a lot to be excited about for this year's Feastivities. Fancy Feast, the most-popular gourmet wet cat food brand in the U.S., has announced the launch of their new holiday items,...
As the pandemic continues, so does the urgent need for more resources for survivors of domestic abuse. This October, during National Domestic Violence Awareness month, Purina and the nonprofit...
With many shelters and rescues nationwide reaching capacity, there has never been a better time to consider adopting a new pet. According to Petfinder, a searchable pet adoption resource and...
In honor of Service Dog Awareness Month this September and its fourth annual Service Dog Salute campaign, Dog Chow is releasing a new documentary short film titled "Even Heroes Need Heroes" to...
As Hurricane Ida hit the Gulf Coast as a Category 4 storm, bringing strong, sustained winds, a life-threatening storm surge and widespread flooding and power...
Purina and the nonprofit RedRover today announced four new Purple Leash Project shelter grant recipients, deepening their commitment to providing resources for domestic abuse survivors and their...
As many people adjusted to the extended work-from-home conditions over the last year, our four-legged friends served as our ever-present companions, favorite new colleagues, and a source of...
A Purina survey, released today, found that nearly all kitten owners accurately identify their youngest cat as a kitten based on an age of less than 12 months, yet owners are divided on how long...
RICHMOND—Governor Ralph Northam today announced that Nestlé Purina PetCare Company, a leading manufacturer of pet care products, will invest $182 million to expand its manufacturing operation...
Purina ONE® is teaming up with award winning choreographer, dancer, actor and singer, Derek Hough, to help adoptable pets find their forever homes this summer. "I've always been passionate about...
The scientists and pet experts at Purina are searching for passionate researchers interested in studying the bond between pets and people as part of its bi-annual Purina Sponsorship for...
ST. LOUIS (May 24, 2021) – Purina continued its tradition of giving back to pets and people in need by observing its 20th annual PetCare Pride Day: a day during the work week devoted to community service...
Nestlé Purina PetCare today announced the completion of a $19 million expansion project in Dunkirk, New York, to increase production capacity for Fancy Feast Savory Cravings, a new cat treat...
ST. LOUIS, May 10, 2021 – Nestlé Purina PetCare Company’s commitment to supporting individuals, communities and our planet proved more critical than ever in 2020, as many experienced...
This May, National Pet Month, Purina is proud to offer specially-marked packaging for several of its products in support of the Purple Leash Project, a national initiative founded by Purina and...
Purina Pro Plan has partnered with actress and neuroscientist Mayim Bialik to kick-off The LiveClear Challenge, encouraging cat owners with cat allergen sensitivities to discover the life-changing...
Fancy Feast, the most popular brand of gourmet wet cat food in the US, is celebrating the launch of Petites, their premier line of single serve entrées, by releasing a companion cookbook for...
Just six months after St. Louis CITY SC unveiled its name, crest and colors, the club today introduced Purina as the team's first founding partner and kit sponsor, bringing together two female-led...
Five pet care startups from across the U.S. virtually pitched their businesses to pet industry influencers and investors in a bid to win the 2021 Pet Care Innovation Prize powered by Purina....
RALEIGH, N.C. (March 19, 2021) – The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), a nonprofit organization whose mission is to prevent, treat and cure canine disease, announces that Purina has donated...
The Humane Society of Missouri (HSMO) received $21,500 from PetSmart Charities through its Preserving Families COVID Relief Grant to support St. Louis pet owners...
This past year, people have spent more time at home than ever before, and as cited by Forbes, gaming has been on the rise across the country. While humans have been honing their gaming skills,...
Today, Pro Plan LiveClear announced its win as Product of the Year for 2021, receiving top honors in the cat care category. Product of the Year is the largest consumer-voted award for product...
WASHINGTON (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 09, 2021 The PAWS Act Coalition, a group of non-profit and for-profit organizations, lauded the passage of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021. For the second...
Seattle, Wash. (February 9, 2021) Greater Good Charities, a national nonprofit benefiting people, pets and the planet, raised over $186,000 in cash donations from pet lovers across the U.S. during...
Five pet care startups from across the U.S. have been selected as the 2021 winners of the fifth annual Pet Care Innovation Prize powered by Purina. From pet diagnostic health tools and sous-vide...
Purina and the nonprofit RedRover continue their commitment to domestic abuse survivors by awarding six more Purple Leash Project grants to domestic violence shelters across the country this...
Recognizing that work on the family farm takes everyone pitching in and doing their part, including four-legged friends, Farm Bureau launched the Farm Dog of the Year contest three years ago. The...
Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that Nestlé Purina PetCare Company will invest $550 million to expand its Hartwell, Georgia, pet food manufacturing facility, creating up to 130 jobs in...
This holiday season, Purina has teamed up with pet parent and self-care guru – Jonathan Van Ness – to share how pet owners can create meaningful moments for their pets, whether it's giving...
While Thanksgiving traditions may look a bit different this year, the spirit of giving during the season is more important than ever with so many individuals and organizations struggling to make...
Cat litter leader Purina Tidy Cats today announced the launch of its LightWeight Free & Clean cat litter available via Loop, a global shopping platform for foods and household goods aimed at...
Nestlé Purina PetCare today announced that effective January 1, 2021, Joseph R. Sivewright will transition from his position as Chief Executive Officer, Nestlé Purina PetCare for the Americas,...
Dunkirk, N.Y. – Nestlé Purina’s recent energy efficiency investments and robust LED lighting technology upgrades at its Dunkirk manufacturing facility will increase productivity, create a...
Today, Nestlé Purina PetCare announced a $550 million investment to build a new factory in Williamsburg Township, Ohio, to meet increasing demand for its high-quality, nutritious pet foods. The...
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Oct. 14, 2020 – Nestlé Purina, a global leader in pet care, was awarded the Ducks Unlimited Corporate Conservation Achievement Award at this year’s first-ever virtual Ducks...
Today, Fancy Feast, the most-popular gourmet wet cat food brand in the USA, is kicking off the season of Feastivities with the release of the first-of-its-kind Fancy Feast Advent Calendar and the...
As domestic violence incidences rise during the pandemic, this October, National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Purina and RedRover are continuing their work to help survivors escape abuse...
Today, Nestlé Purina PetCare announced an estimated $450 million investment to open a new factory in Eden, North Carolina, to meet increasing demand for its high-quality, nutritious pet foods....
Purina Cat Chow knows the power that special moments with your cat can provide, which is why the brand is on a mission to support the care and training of therapy cat teams. Purina Cat Chow is...
The Covid-19 pandemic has brought many changes in 2020, but pet ownership and spending continue to grow. Pet adoptions and fostering are at a record high and pet owners have adapted new ways of...
DES MOINES, Iowa – Sept. 3, 2020 – A successful water quality and wetland conservation project completed through a partnership between Ducks Unlimited and Nestlé Purina PetCare Company played...
In honor of National Service Dog Awareness Month, Purina Dog Chow is launching its third annual "Service Dog Salute" campaign. A service dog can be life-changing in helping veterans with PTSD and...
ST. LOUIS, August 24, 2020 – More than 1.1 Million acres have been burned by the California wildfires over the past week, forcing tens of thousands of residents from their homes. To aid in the...
A Purina survey, released today, found that while most puppy owners know dogs under a year old are considered puppies, the majority don't realize breed size determines how long their dog is...
New research from Purina and Mayo Clinic brings a pet-centered treatment option to the forefront for patients with fibromyalgia, a chronic centralized pain sensitivity disorder characterized by...
Purina's robust portfolio of pet care products for dogs and cats is now getting to pet food bowls and litter boxes in a more sustainable way. Known for trusted brands spanning dog food, cat food,...
Harrisburg, PA – Today, Governor Tom Wolf announced that Nestlé Purina, the leading pet care company in the United States, will expand its operations in Cumberland County, hiring 94 employees...
Purina ONE® is proud to join forces with actor Charles Melton as he shares insights about his recent life-changing pet adoption journey. The brand and Melton hope his story inspires others to...
For the as many as 1 in 5 adults globally who are affected by cat allergen sensitivities, the daily effort to manage cat allergens and coexist with the cats they love can be a struggle. From...
Purina, NBC and 'Better Together' podcast host, Maria Menounos, are giving pet lovers the perfect excuse to cuddle up on the couch for an evening of family-friendly entertainment on Sunday, May...
Over 80 animal shelters and rescue organizations across the United States have joined forces to create the National House Pawty, a livestreamed fundraiser set to take place on Facebook Saturday,...
After pitching the startup to an audience of investors, retailers and the pet care leaders at Purina at Global Pet Expo, the pet industry's largest trade show, Because Animals emerged as the grand...
Coming this April, Purina Pro Plan will introduce a revolutionary approach in the management of cat allergens: Purina Pro Plan LiveClear, the first and only cat food that reduces the allergens in...
Today Nestlé Purina announced the expansion of its Clinton, Iowa, factory. The expansion represents a $140 million investment that will allow Purina to meet a growing demand from pet owners for...
The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), a nonprofit organization whose mission is to prevent, treat and cure canine disease, announces that Purina has donated $124,953 to support canine health...
This year's 144th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, taking place Feb. 9 to 11, marks the fifth year of the Purina Pro Plan $1 Million Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show Bracket Challenge, in...
Pet health and wellness takes center stage for all five startups selected by Purina to be the 2020 class of its annual Pet Care Innovation Prize program. From trending pet food options and a new...
The winner of the 2020 Farm Bureau Farm Dog of the Year award is Flint, an Australian shepherd owned by Utah Farm Bureau members Rhett and Beth Crandall. The American Farm Bureau Federation...
ST. LOUIS, Missouri – January 14, 2020 – As a leading producer of quality pet food in Iowa, Nestlé Purina PetCare joined with conservation partner Ducks Unlimited in voicing support for Iowa...
Nestlé Purina PetCare Company today commemorated the opening of its 21st factory in the United States in Hartwell, Georgia, to unlock growth potential for the production of popular and trusted...
An ongoing family tradition and kick off to the holiday season, this year's 18th annual National Dog Show Presented by Purina® will feature more than 2,000 dogs representing nearly 200 breeds –...
Nestlé Purina PetCare today announced a new commitment to support environmental stewardship practices on 50,000 acres of farmland, driving sustainability in its grains supply chain to the scale...
'Tis the season for giving – and giving back – and our furry friends are no exception. Starting today, Fancy Feast invites cat lovers to make a meaningful difference for felines in need of...
Beggin' Strips, the dog treats made with real meat as the #1 ingredient, today announced its Bonkers for Beggin' social media contest, designed to showcase the excitement dogs experience when they...
Pet-focused startups from across the United States gathered at Purina's St. Louis headquarters this week for the inaugural Pet Care Innovation Summit powered by Purina. Entrepreneurs representing...
St. Paul, Minn. – October 2, 2019 – Pheasants Forever, Inc. is pleased to announce a $1 million contribution from Purina, the leading pet care company in the U.S., for the organization’s...
October is national Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and Purina and RedRover are asking fellow pet lovers to join the Purple Leash Project and help shine a light on an issue faced by far too...
Four domestic violence shelters will soon have more resources to support abuse survivors and their pets, thanks to Purple Leash Project grants from pet care leader Purina and the nonprofit...
Fancy Feast hosted a Garden Party for adoptable cats at the spcaLA to celebrate the donation of over $500,000 worth of Fancy Feast APPETIZERS to shelters across the country, giving adoptable cats...
September marks National Service Dog Awareness Month and the start of Purina Dog Chow's second annual "Service Dog Salute" campaign to pay tribute to our veterans and the loyal dogs that serve...
The loving nature of dogs combined with their tail-wagging friendliness have earned them an endeared reputation as our best friend. Research scientists and veterinarians shared insights about how...
Most dog owners are unaware that at age seven their dog is considered a senior. That fact tends to creep up on dog owners, but it is important information to know. As dogs age, their needs change,...
Dental care for dogs is important, but frequently overlooked by dog owners. One of the few outward signs of dental problems lurking just below the surface is bad breath. To combat the issue, Purina®
For the first time in history, Purina scientists demonstrate a proactive way to significantly reduce the active levels of the major cat allergen, Fel d1, at its source in cats' saliva. As many as...
Several states across the Midwest have experienced devastating tornados and record flooding over the past two weeks. To aid in the relief, Purina® is donating $25,000 to GreaterGood.org, and the...
St. Louis – May 22, 2019 – Beyond is proud to announce the successful completion of the Marine Stewardship Council’s Chain of Custody Group Certification, a first within the Purina-branded...
Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Supplements has introduced Calming Care, a new management option for owners whose dogs experience anxious behaviors. Calming Care is a probiotic supplement that contains...
ST. LOUIS, Mo., May 2, 2019 … The intriguing nature of cats transcends their independent spirit. Scientists presenting the latest discoveries about these enigmatic companion animals have drawn a...
To celebrate the third annual "Beverly Hills Dog Show Presented by Purina," Purina is inviting pet lovers across the country to showcase their dog's star-studded personalities through the...
Purina® and Ree Drummond have teamed up to create The Pioneer Woman™ Dog Treats line. Launching exclusively at Walmart and Sam's, the new treats line is inspired by the home-style recipes Ree...
Our hearts go out to the people and pets being impacted by the record flooding in the Midwest. To aid in the relief, Purina is donating $10,000 to the Red Cross Midwest flood relief efforts. Red...
Five pet-focused startups took the stage at the pet industry's largest trade show, Global Pet Expo, pitching their businesses to an audience of investors, retailers and the pet care leaders at...