LOUIS, MO, August 4, 2009 – Dogs have always been man’s best friend. WagWorld.com Shares Dog-Friendly Spots and Searches for Top 10 “Togetherful” Cities. But, according to a new national survey of dog owners, our four-legged companions are playing an increasingly important role in many Americans’ lives. MORE

The North American headquarters for the Nestlé Purina PetCare Company is located at Checkerboard Square in St. Louis, Missouri, where Ralston Purina Company was founded more than a century ago. Christmas came early for the dog-loving community of Prescott, Arizona, today as Beneful® unleashed the $500,000 Dream Dog Park renovation of Willow Creek Dog Park. The fire-station themed renovation marks the fourth half million dollar dog park transformation by the dog food brand. MORE

LOUIS, March 29, 2010 – To celebrate Earth Day and the millions of cat owners across the country who make good green choices for their cats, home and environment all year-round, Yesterday’s News® brand cat litter is announcing the Do-Gooder Design Challenge. The North American headquarters for Nestlé Purina PetCare is located at Checkerboard Square in St. Louis, Missouri, where Ralston Purina was founded more than a century ago. MORE

The North American headquarters for Nestlé Purina PetCare is located at Checkerboard Square in St. Louis, Mo., Are you a dog owner who loves to party? What about a party just for your pooches and their friends? This event may be the perfect thing for you! Have fun with your human and canine friends while getting a chance to try out some new products from Purina! MORE

LOUIS—Jan. This is so much fun! Who doesn’t count their dog as their Valentine? CHEF MICHAEL’S® ANNOUNCES A NATIONAL CONTEST TO FIND THE MOST UNFORGETTABLE “ DOGGIE VALENTINE ” IN AMERICA. Winner Will Travel to New York for a Special Celebration. Dedicated to the Newest Valentines: The Dogs! 6, 2010—Do you hold a special place in your heart for your dog? Is your dog more like a best friend or a true partner than your pet? MORE

The event is held in St. Louis, MO. We wanted to share this event with you in case you are in the area! It sounds like so much fun, both for those competing and those watching! Is your dog an Incredible Dog? Purina Pro Plan Incredible Dog Challenge. Saturday, October 6: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Athletic dogs from around the country will make their way to Purina Farms to compete in the 15th annual Purina Pro Plan Incredible Dog Challenge National Finals. MORE

If you are in St. Louis, MO this weekend, check out the Beggin’ Pet Parade on Sunday! See adorable pooches, kitties, and people all decked out for Mardi Gras fun. On Sunday, Feb. 12, 2012, thousands of well-dressed pets and their owners will express their Love for the Smell of Bacon, this year’s theme, while marching through the streets of Soulard during the 19th annual Beggin’® Pet Parade. Not only is it a lot of fun, but the $10 entry fee supports Open Door Animal Sanctuary! MORE

LOUIS, MO— Cats have once again solidified their position as America’s favorite pets by proving that a show dedicated entirely to their well-being can successfully break through the canine-dominated television world. Ground-Breaking Show Presented by Purina Cat Chow Returns For A Second Season of Helping Cat Lovers Resolve Their Feline Dilemmas. MORE

The top canine athletes from the country meet in St. Louis on September 30 and October 1 for the National Finals of the Purina Incredible Dog Challenge (PIDC). BarkNetwork is providing a free live stream of the event on October 1st, so anyone who wants to watch can see the competition from anywhere in the world! The live stream of the event will air on October 1st beginning at 10AM on BarkNetwork.com , the worldwide home for canine athletes. MORE