RALEIGH, N.C., March 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The AKC Canine
Health Foundation (CHF), a nonprofit organization whose mission is
to prevent, treat and cure canine disease, announces that Purina
has donated $108,872.16 to support
canine health research. The donation was raised through the Purina
Parent Club Partnership (PPCP) Program.
The PPCP Program enables Purina Pro Club members to
designate a parent breed club within the program and accrue
Purina Points by purchasing
qualifying Purina pet foods. An annual donation from Purina is
shared between the parent breed clubs and their Donor Advised Funds
held at CHF. Since it began in 2002, PPCP has provided over
$8.4 million for canine health
research, breed rescue, and/or educational efforts to positively
impact the general well-being of dogs.
"Collaboration between Purina and the AKC Canine Health
Foundation has been natural from the very start," states said
Ann Viklund, Purina Director of
Conformation and CHF Board Secretary. "PPCP is a great way for dog
lovers to join our efforts to improve the health of all dogs."
In addition to PPCP funds, Purina also supports CHF as a
corporate partner and sponsors CHF's National Parent Club Canine
Health Conference. The biennial event, which brings together
CHF-funded researchers, veterinarians, breeders, students, and dog
lovers, will be held August 13-15,
2021. Since 1997, Purina and CHF have shared a mission of
supporting canine health research to benefit all dogs and their
people.
About the AKC Canine Health Foundation
Since 1995, the
AKC Canine Health Foundation has leveraged the power of science to
address the health needs of all dogs. With more than $60 million in funding to date, the Foundation
provides grants for the highest quality canine health research and
shares information on the discoveries that help prevent, treat and
cure canine diseases. The Foundation meets and exceeds industry
standards for fiscal responsibility, as demonstrated by their
highest four-star Charity Navigator rating and GuideStar Platinum
Seal of Transparency. Learn more at www.akcchf.org.
About Nestlé Purina PetCare
Nestlé Purina PetCare
creates richer lives for pets and the people who love them. Founded
in 1894, Purina has helped dogs and cats live longer, healthier
lives by offering scientifically based nutritional innovations.
Purina manufactures some of the world's most trusted and popular
pet care products, including Purina ONE, Pro Plan, Fancy Feast and
Tidy Cats. Our more than 8,000 U.S. associates take pride in our
trusted pet food, treat and litter brands that feed 49 million dogs
and 66 million cats every year. More than 500 Purina scientists,
veterinarians, and pet care experts ensure our commitment to
unsurpassed quality and nutrition.
Purina promotes responsible pet care through our scientific
research, our products and our support for pet-related
organizations. Over the past five years, Purina has contributed
more than $150 million towards
organizations that bring, and keep, people and pets together, as
well as those that help our communities and environment thrive.
Purina is part of Nestlé, a global leader in Nutrition, Health
and Wellness. For more information, visit purina.com or
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SOURCE AKC Canine Health Foundation