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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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Dec 11, 2017The 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.
Nov 20, 2017Andy Cohen, host & executive producer of "Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen," and his dog, Wacha, team up to encourage pet owners to join Purina's #DogThanking movement.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...
Nov 9, 2017Nestlé USA and Nestlé Purina PetCare received scores of 95% and 100% respectivelyNestlé 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...
Nov 8, 2017Five Pet-Centric Startups Receive Recognition and Funding from Pet Care Leaders at PurinaFive 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...
Nov 8, 2017To 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....
- Nov 2, 2017The Personalized Dog Food Brand Shares Insights to Help Keep Dogs Healthy During the Coldest Months
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 –...
Oct 24, 2017Purina’s $2-million commitment supports working ricelands, water and wetland wildlifeThis 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.
- Oct 12, 2017Better With Pets Hackathon Will Challenge Students and Professionals to Develop Technology for A More Pet-Friendly Community
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...
- Oct 11, 2017Free of grains and fillers, the new dry dog food recipe features real farm-raised chicken as the #1 ingredient
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...
Oct 2, 2017NEW SURVEY CONFIRMS CAPITOL HILL IS A VERY PET-FRIENDLY WORKPLACEWashington, 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...
Sep 27, 2017Pet care company to invest $320 million in new Hartwell manufacturing facility and distribution centerGeorgia 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...
- Sep 20, 2017Lightweight litter delivers heavyweight performance with improved formula featuring TidyLock with Ammonia Blocker
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...
- Sep 8, 2017Friskies Brings Together Some of America's Favorite Celebrity Cats to Share Fortunes from Psychic Kitty Madame Fortuna at Meet & Greet Event
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...
Aug 31, 2017Debut of Urban Underdog American Lager eight-packs at local retailers ties into Purina's "Consider A Shelter Pet" philanthropic effortShelter 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...
- Aug 1, 2017Grumpy Cat "Motivates" Kroger Stock Car Driver A.J. Allmendinger's Furry Friend, Mr. Tickles, on his Quest to "Lap It Up" with NEW Friskies® Gravy Line
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...
Jun 29, 2017Advancing pet nutrition, making a big impact on pets, people and the planetNestlé 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.
Jun 20, 2017New survey data indicates pet-friendly workplace benefits are viewed as top drivers for morale and retentionResearch 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...
- May 24, 2017Purina mobilizes 1,400 employees on "PetCare Pride Day" to make a big difference for pets and people in St. Louis area
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...
May 22, 2017Healthy Soil Practices Could Unlock Unprecedented Economic and Conservation BenefitsToday, 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...
May 11, 2017The Personalized Dog Food Brand Gets to the Bottom of the Connection Between BMs and Overall HealthPersonalized 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...
Apr 25, 2017Brand Partners with Andy Roddick and America's VetDogs to Launch "Call for Incredible" Campaign Highlighting Incredible Dog StoriesFor 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...
Apr 20, 2017Initiative to support North Shore Animal League America's Educational Curriculum, Mutt-i-greesPurina 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...
Apr 11, 2017E! News Co-Host and pet lover Maria Menounos encourages dog owners to join Purina's "Every Dog is a Star" movement benefiting Leader Dogs for the BlindIn 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...
Mar 30, 2017Renovations expected to be completed in 2017A $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...
Mar 28, 2017The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), a nonprofit organization whose mission is to prevent, treat and cure diseases in all dogs, is pleased to announce that...
Mar 21, 2017New Video Shows How Farmers in Indiana Are Working to Improve Water Quality From Indiana to the Gulf of MexicoMars Harlan’s farm is eight miles south of Terre Haute along the Wabash River. Farming is the only job he’s ever had, and over the years, he’s seen the Wabash flood many times, losing crops...
Mar 16, 2017St. Louis family attraction gives guests opportunity to help shelter pets by visiting exhibitThe first official day of spring and warmer weather is upon us. Nestlé Purina invites the whole family to plan a visit to Purina Farms for a fun and interactive experience getting up close and...
- Mar 15, 2017Pet Experts Will Highlight Parallels in Aging between Humans and Pets and Benefits of Pet Ownership for Older Adults
There are more than 80 million households in the U.S. with pets1, and Purina Pro Plan wants to empower these dog and cat owners to think differently about their pet's nutritional needs as they age...
Mar 8, 2017Brand Partners with Leading Pet Aging Expert Dr. Matt Kaeberlein to Educate Consumers on Maximizing "Healthspan" in PetsWhat would you do if you had one more healthy year with your cat? Purina Pro Plan, a leader in pet nutrition, wants to help pet owners find out. The brand has been researching aging in pets for...
Mar 2, 2017Donations touched shelter pets, survivors of domestic violence, and St. Louis Children's Hospital patients who can now be comforted by their pet during treatmentPurina today announced that in 2016 the company donated $31.2 million worth of pet food, pet supplies and monetary contributions to pet-related charities and other community organizations across...
Feb 21, 2017All Purina Factories to Achieve Zero Waste to Landfill Status by 2020Nestlé Purina's Oklahoma City facility is the company's seventh location to achieve this significant milestone that supports Nestlé’s global commitment to be landfill-free by 2020.
Feb 2, 2017Obe, founder of new smart pet bowl, wins first-ever Pet Care Innovation Prize powered by PurinaObe is the grand prize winner of the first-ever Pet Care Innovation Prize, a partnership between Nestlé Purina and two investment firms. Obe produces smart pet products that make the day-to-day care of pets effortless so more time can be spent with pets.
- Feb 1, 2017World’s largest food company reinforces commitment to operating at the forefront of changing consumer demands
Nestlé USA, a subsidiary of Nestlé S.A., announced that it will transition its corporate headquarters to Arlington County, Virginia starting later this year.
Jan 24, 2017Sponsorship Agreement Celebrates All DogsWith the 141st Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show just weeks away, Purina and the Westminster Kennel Club begin a 10-year agreement making Purina Pro Plan the exclusive pet food sponsor of...
Jan 17, 2017Fans at Home Choose Their Top Dogs for a Chance to Win $1 MillionWhen it comes to filling out a winning bracket, what's your strategy? Do you study team history and statistics or are you a fan of the upset? Back by popular demand, the Purina Pro Plan $1 Million...
Jan 12, 2017New storefront helps students develop business skills, become more employable in the futureJunior Achievement's (JA) St. Louis BizTown is now "pet friendly" thanks to a new Purina storefront where students can learn what it's like to be a veterinarian, veterinary technician,...
Jan 10, 2017A $25,000 Purina Grant Goes Towards Dog Park UpgradesZanesville, OH – A $25,000 grant from the Nestlé Purina PetCare Foundation is giving local dog owners something to cheer about. The money will be used by the City of Zanesville and “Friends...