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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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...
Nestlé Purina PetCare Company continued its commitment to supporting individuals, communities and our planet in 2018 through providing more than $31 million in funding, Purina pet food and Tidy...
Today Nestlé Purina announced the expansion of its Bloomfield factory in Southeast Missouri where Tidy Cats brand cat litter is made. The expansion represents a $115 million investment that will...
GCHB CH Kingarthur Van Foliny Home also known as King for short, a Wire Fox Terrier handled by Gabriel Rangel received top honors at last night's 143rd Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show at...
RALEIGH, N.C. (February 12, 2019) – The American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation (CHF), a nonprofit organization whose mission is to prevent, treat and cure canine disease, announces that...
The bond between pets and their owners is unbreakable, but the lack of pet-friendly housing options for domestic violence victims often leaves them with a heartbreaking decision – endure abuse...
Valentine's Day may be best known as a holiday for sweethearts, but for many pet owners, it's also a day to say "I love you" to the furry friends that make their lives better every day. In fact, a...
From ingredient innovations to streamlining veterinary care, the finalists for the 2018/2019 Pet Care Innovation Prize, powered by Purina, are taking innovative approaches to give pets and pet...
Two nights, seven groups, more than 2,800 dogs and one big prize. The 143rd Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show is coming, and for the fourth consecutive year, the Purina Pro Plan $1 Million...
NEW ORLEANS, January 13, 2019 – Woody, an Australian shepherd owned by Texas Farm Bureau members Joe and Mary Sheeran, is the winner of the 2019 Farm Bureau Farm Dog of the Year award. The...
Today's signing into law of the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (Farm Bill) marks an important milestone in efforts made by Purina and others to reshape the way domestic violence victims and...
Tony La Russa's Animal Rescue Foundation (ARF) announced today it will build on the support of U.S. military veterans and shelter-to-service animals through its Pets and Vets program thanks to a...
Our hearts go out to the families and pets in California who are being impacted by the wildfires. To aid in the relief, Purina is donating an additional $10,000 to GreaterGood.org to support...
In celebration of the National Dog Show Presented by Purina® and in the spirit of the Thanksgiving holiday, Purina will recognize the four-legged friends who make our lives special, especially...
Our hearts go out to the families and pets in the southeast who have been impacted by Hurricane Michael. To aid in the relief, Purina is sending more than 25,000 pounds of pet food and cat litter...
Purina, a global leader in pet care, announced the launch of the new Purina Institute, the global voice of Purina’s science representing its more than 500...
Our hearts go out to the families and pets impacted by Hurricane Florence. To aid in the relief efforts, Purina is donating $25,000 to GreaterGood.org to support immediate rescue efforts, purchase...
Ducks Unlimited and Nestlé Purina PetCare Company have partnered to protect and improve 1,600 acres of wetland and grasslands across Iowa over the next three years through Ducks Unlimited's...
Our hearts go out to the families and pets affected by the wildfires in California. To aid in the relief efforts, Purina is donating $25,000 to GreaterGood.org to support the people and pets who...
A group of nonprofit and for-profit organizations have joined forces to better protect domestic violence survivors by establishing, validating and promoting the criticality of protecting their...
It turns out dogs are more than just man and woman's best friend. They are also counselors, confidants, bunk mates, stress relievers, and overwhelmingly viewed as part of the family, according to...
For the third time in as many years, the pet care leaders and pet lovers at Purina are looking to invest time, money and resources in innovative early stage companies with pet-related products and...
For more than 90 years, Nestlé Purina has proudly supported veterans by partnering with organizations who assist them during their transition back into civilian life. On Thursday June 14, Purina...
Urban Resource Institute (URI), a leading provider of domestic violence shelters and services in New York City, and Purina, a producer of high-quality nutrition for pets for more than 90 years,...
The Nature Conservancy, in collaboration with Nestlé Purina and Cargill, is launching a three-year water project to improve the sustainability of the beef supply chain. This project is expected to reduce the environmental impact of row crop irrigation in Nebraska and provide a scalable irrigation solution for farmers across the U.S.
Purina ONE® announced today its continued partnership with Andy Cohen and his rescue dog, Wacha, to raise awareness for the brand's ONE Difference Campaign. The campaign celebrates how a single...
Nestlé Purina commemorated the opening of its newest distribution center in Hartwell, Georgia, during a ceremony May 19. The site is also the future home of the company's 21st manufacturing...
The dog (and cat) days of summer just got a lot cooler for local beer lovers and area shelter pets, thanks to Purina and Urban Chestnut Brewing Company (UCBC). The two pet-loving companies are...
Earth Day challenges individuals and organizations in the U.S. and around the world to think about what they can do to protect and improve the planet. Nestlé Purina, a leader in pet care, is...
With 2017 being among the most active hurricane seasons in history, countless people and pets were affected by natural disasters last year. Animals can be especially vulnerable during hurricanes,...
In celebration of the second annual "Beverly Hills Dog Show Presented by Purina," a show that will combine the stars of Hollywood with the stars of the dog world, Purina invites pet lovers across...
Five pet-focused startups pitched their businesses in Orlando to win the 2017/2018 Pet Care Innovation Prize powered by Purina, and Washington D.C. startup Barkly Pets earned the honor just hours...
Mother Nature’s ability to clean water in the Wabash River is getting a boost. Thanks to funding from Nestlé Purina PetCare Company, The Nature Conservancy is working with farmers in southwestern Indiana to improve water quality within this river system.
For the 11th time in 12 years, the "Best in Show" winning dog at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show is a Pro Plan-fed dog*. Last night, GCH Belle Creek's All I Care About Is Love, or Flynn, for...
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ST. LOUIS, Jan. 18, 2018 -- Silgan Containers’ expansion into the Leigh Valley will help Nestlé Purina meet its increasing demand for wet pet foods. A manufacturer of steel and aluminum...
The Employees’ Choice Awards program, now in its 10th year, relies solely on the input of employees, who elect to provide feedback on their jobs, work environments and companies via Glassdoor.
Millions of people and pets were affected by hurricanes which struck Texas, Florida and Puerto Rico earlier this year. To help raise funds to support hurricane victims and their pets, and to help...
Nestlé USA and Nestlé Purina PetCare received scores of 95% and 100% respectively on the 2018 Corporate Equality Index (CEI), a national benchmarking survey and report on corporate policies and...
Five pet-focused startups have each won $10,000 and are competing to win the 2017/2018 Pet Care Innovation Prize grand prize. The finalists include a pet life management app, a microbiome-based...
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Purina Pro Plan Incredible Dog Challenge (IDC), Purina Pro Plan hosted an exhibition event on the historic USS Midway Museum in San Diego on Tuesday, Nov....
No sooner than the smell of pumpkin-spiced everything begins to waft through the air, it seems the frigid bite of winter sends temperatures plummeting. While these chillier temps make everyone –...
This commitment is part of Purina’s long-term sustainability strategy to add value to the agricultural supply chain and ensure food for people and high-quality ingredients for pets are available well into the future.
October 9, 2017 - ST. LOUIS - With the support of local organizations and pet-loving businesses, Purina is hosting the first-ever Better with Pets Hackathon event challenging college students and...
As dog owners across the country express growing interest in grain free food choices for their four-legged friends, Beneful has created a new line of Grain Free dry dog food. The tasty new recipe...
Washington, D.C. (October 2, 2017) –Members of Congress have been bringing pets to work since the nation’s founding. A new survey confirms that Capitol Hill remains a very pet-friendly...
Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal today announced that Nestlé Purina PetCare Co. will create as many as 240 new jobs and invest $320 million in a manufacturing facility and distribution center in...
Cat owners suffering from Stank Face, the universal facial expression of disgust caused by putrid-smelling litter boxes, can find the remedy for their litter box burdens with the latest...
Trying to read the mind of a finicky cat is frustrating, especially when it comes to food preferences. To help consumers save time and money on purchasing quality products cats want, Purina and...
Shelter pets across the metropolitan St. Louis area have a new, unexpected hero – Urban Underdog – thanks to a collaboration between two local pet-loving businesses. Purina is teaming up with...
Cats, start your engines. Kitties can now enjoy their favorite gravy year-round with Friskies' new line of gravy products available at Kroger stores nationwide. Experience the interactive...
Nestlé Purina has released its 2016 Creating Shared Value report for the Americas, demonstrating how the company is making a positive impact for pets, people and the planet.
Research has found that employees who bring their pets to work tend to have lower stress levels by the end of the day, and that their pet can help reduce blood pressure, decrease loneliness, help...
Demonstrating an ongoing commitment to enriching the lives of pets and people, 1,400 Purina employees blanketed the greater St. Louis area on Tuesday during "PetCare Pride Day," the company's...
Today, Nestlé Purina PetCare Company announced its support for The Nature Conservancy's reThink Soil initiative, a national, collaborative effort to help farmers improve soil health on croplands...
Personalized dog food brand Just Right® by Purina® is encouraging dog owners to take a closer look at their dog's poop in an effort to understand more about his overall health and potentially...
For two decades, the Purina Pro Plan Incredible Dog Challenge (IDC) has been giving competitive canine athletes a stage to demonstrate their amazing abilities in Olympic-style events around the...
Purina ONE® celebrated its ONE Difference campaign today with the help of television personality Andy Cohen and his former shelter dog Wacha. The talk show host joined the brand and North Shore...
In celebration of the first ever "Beverly Hills Dog Show Presented by Purina," a show that will combine the stars of Hollywood with the stars of the dog world, Purina invites dog lovers across the...
A $10,000 grant from the Nestle Purina PetCare Foundation is helping renovate the Crete Youth Cabin. The grant will be used by the Crete Youth Cabin Association to replace...