The GREENIES® Pet Oral Health Event is Coming to PETCO

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Nov. 8, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- The GREENIES® Brand -- makers of the #1 veterinary-recommended pet specialty dental chews** -- is excited to announce the GREENIES® Pet Oral Health Event at PETCO stores across the country on November 13th and 14th.

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Almost 160 million pets in the U.S. do not receive any oral care. Approximately 75% of pets three years and older show signs of periodontal disease -- the most commonly diagnosed health issue in pets. The good news is that it's easy to prevent periodontal disease; that's why The GREENIES® Brand is partnering with PETCO to educate pet owners on good oral health and its benefit to their pet's overall health.

The GREENIES® Pet Oral Health Event will emphasize the importance of regular professional oral care by the veterinarian and at-home preventive care through daily tooth brushing and/or GREENIES® dental chews and treats. Pet owners attending the event will not only learn helpful information but also receive valuable product coupons redeemable at PETCO.

The GREENIES® Pet Oral Health Event will take place in PETCO stores nationwide on Saturday November 13th and Sunday, November 14th from 1:30-3:30 p.m. For more information about the event, stop by your local PETCO store or visit www.petco.com/holiday.

About PETCO

PETCO is a privately held specialty retailer that provides products, services and advice that make it easier for our customers to be great pet parents. We operate more than 1,000 stores in 50 states and the District of Columbia, as well as a leading pet products and information destination at www.petco.com. Our nonprofit organization, The PETCO Foundation, has raised more than $63 million since its inception in 1999 to help promote and improve the welfare of companion animals. In conjunction with the Foundation, we work with and support approximately 6,500 local animal welfare groups across the country to help find homes for more than 200,000 adoptable animals every year.

About The Nutro Company

The Nutro Company is a leading manufacturer of natural* pet food products sold exclusively at pet specialty stores.  The company has been making "The World's Best Pet Food" for more than 80 years and is dedicated to quality, excellence and innovation in dog and cat nutrition offering healthful formulas for every pet's life stage, activity level and size.  The Nutro Company's family of brands includes MAX®, NATURAL CHOICE® dog and cat foods and ULTRA™ food for dogs in addition to the GREENIES® brands, which include the #1 vet recommended pet specialty dental chews** and PILL POCKETS® treats.  For more information, please visit www.thenutrocompany.com and www.greenies.com.

*Natural fortified with added vitamins and minerals

**Among veterinarians that recommend dental chews/treats for at home oral care

®/™ Trademarks © The Nutro Company 2010

U.S. Pat. No. D587,428.

SOURCE The GREENIES(R) Brand

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