Pet food campaign launches to help senior pet owners
Banfield Charitable Trust, Banfield Pet Hospital® and Royal Canin® invite pet owners and advocates across the country to take the Pledge to End Pet Hunger in support of the 8th annual holiday pet food...
View ArticleTransforming the human-pet bond one block at a time
What began as a legislative initiative in Durham, North Carolina, to pass an anti-tethering law in 2006, turned into a volunteer-driven nonprofit that builds fences for pets who spend much (if not all)...
View ArticleTop stories of 2013
It was a year of expansion for Banfield Charitable Trust, thanks to our donors and supporters. In 2013, we significantly grew our pet food program for homebound seniors with pets and we launched a new...
View ArticleNew grant leverages pet bond to help homeless youth
A new family member gets a nail clipping and examination. Banfield Charitable Trust recently gave a $5,000 pet food grant to Homeless Youth Alliance (HYA) to feed the pets of the homeless youth they...
View ArticlePet food program for senior pet owners make headlines
Meals On Wheels of Northhampton County client with her cat who benefits from a BCT pet food grant. From pet care support during hospice to financial assistance for veterinary care, all of Banfield...
View ArticleCampaign to protect birds wins by helping cats too
The relationship between advocates for cats and advocates for birds has not always been a positive and productive one. Bird enthusiasts and conservationists have long contended that outdoor cats are...
View ArticleCan dogs really love us? Science says, yes!
With a lot of treats and patience, Dr. Berns trained 12 dogs to participate in his MRI imaging research. His dog Callie, pictured here, was among his research subjects. Willing participation was...
View ArticleGrant provides safety net for pets of domestic violence victims
Honey When Nebraska Humane Society welcomed Honey, a four-year-old Whippet/Terrier mix, for temporary shelter, no one knew how long it would take for her to be reunited with her family. Honey’s pet...
View ArticleCan Pets Make People Sick?
With the recent outbreak of Canine Influenza Virus in Chicago, many pet owners were forced to think about how to protect their dog from the virus. Many veterinarians believe the outbreak was fueled by...
View ArticlePet Peace of Mind® Program: Remembering a Life Well Lived
How does a desire to lose a few extra pounds turn into a 1000 mile bike ride? While visiting family last year, Will Enderley’s Mother teased him about his weight. Dieting didn’t help, so he decided to...
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