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To help find a cure, Blue Buffalo™ and Petco™ are teaming up this May for their 4th Annual Pet Cancer Awareness Month in hopes of raising money to benefit pet cancer research and the families affected by this disease. Wilton, CT (PRWEB) May 12, 2013 (May 2013) - It’s a startling and sad fact that cancer will affect one out of every four dogs and of those, over half will die from the disease. In fact, cancer is the number one disease-related cause of death in both dogs and cats,...

SAN DIEGO, Feb. 6, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The urban legend that a dog's mouth is cleaner than a human's is not true, which means they can suffer from some of the same oral health problems people do. A dog's breath isn't necessarily pleasant, but exceedingly smelly mouths often mean there is a buildup of odor-producing bacteria that can lead to other issues. To help pet parents recognize warning signs to avoid the doggie dentist, Petco(TM) is offering free Oral Health Seminars...

SAN DIEGO, Jan. 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Super Sunday typically equals several hours logged jumping up and down on the couch, shouting at the television, and consuming mass amounts of waistline expanding substances that lead to a serious calorie overdose, all while a befuddled pet looks on. Pets aren't passing judgment as they watch the party's outrageous antics. They are simply imploring you with their eyes to take care of their special physical, mental, social and emotional needs,...

SAN DIEGO, Jan. 2, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- No one sets out to be a mediocre parent. To be a great parent, one must prepare for the arrival of a child and educate themselves on all aspects of the child's life. Similarly, new pet parents must take many of these same steps to ensure the pet has everything they need to thrive in the new environment. With many families welcoming pets into their homes over the holidays, Petco is offering a number of educational seminars in January to provide...

NEW YORK, Nov. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Leading pet specialty retailer, Petco(TM), will be part of "The National Dog Show Presented by Purina®" on NBC Thanksgiving Day as a Best In Group Sponsor, the event announced today. Operating more than 1,150 stores nationwide, Petco joins Purina and several department stores brands in the two-hour holiday special, which airs from noon - 2 p.m. in all time zones, following The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. The special is a...

SAN DIEGO, Nov. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Where would pets be in this world without loving pet parents? Because of them, animals that may have been euthanized are given a second chance at life, and what better time to reflect on this gift than Thanksgiving. As the holiday approaches, Petco wants to say Thanks-For-Giving a shelter pet a home to all who've adopted, and hopes to encourage those who may be considering adding a pet to their family to adopt at the National Adoption Weekend...

SAN DIEGO, Nov. 8, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Everyone who has ever had a pet knows that each one has their own individual personality with unique quirks that make them so incredibly lovable. So when choosing a gift for a pet, why take a one-size-fits-all approach? Shoppers would certainly not take that approach with a husband, daughter, best friend or co-worker and pets shouldn't be any different. This holiday, Petco(TM) is celebrating pet individuality with a gift guide designed to meet...

SAN DIEGO, Oct. 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- As salmonella infections linked to turtles continue to be reported across the United States, Petco(TM) has responded with their Turtle Relinquishment Program in joint partnership with Concordia Turtle Farm. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) is encouraging anyone who has an aquatic turtle under the federally mandated four-inch carapace length to relinquish them in hopes of preventing further spread of the disease. However, Petco stores will...

Adopting a pet not only changes their life, but also positively benefits pet parents’ lives as well San Diego, CA (PRWEB) September 04, 2012 As National Dog Week approaches on September 24-30, 2012, Petco is helping unite shelter pets with loving homes. Petco, who works with over 7,000 local animal-welfare partners to find homes for more than 250,000 animals every year through in-store adoption events, is encouraging anyone looking to add a new pet to their family to consider the life...

SAN DIEGO, Sept. 5, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- With the release of Disney--Pixar's "Finding Nemo" 3D in theaters Friday, Sept. 14, Petco, a national leader in promoting responsible pet care and ownership, is launching an education campaign to help families and pet parents understand the extra effort and investment required to properly care for saltwater fish like Nemo, compared to freshwater fish. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120905/LA67483-INFO) Tips for caring for...