Purina Pro Plan Named Exclusive Title Sponsor for Tournament Seasons Through 2026
2024 tournament season kicked off September 6, 2023.
News Release
For Immediate Release
Media Contact: Betty Weibel
216-956-4034 / bw@yp-pr.com
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Plano, Texas — September 2023 — USDAA is pleased to kick off the 2024 tournament competition season this month by announcing that Purina® Pro Plan® will be the exclusive title sponsor for the tournament seasons running through 2026 for the four USDAA tournament series:
- Purina Pro Plan Grand Prix of Dog Agility®
- Purina Pro Plan Dog Agility Steeplechase®
- Purina Pro Plan Masters Challenge BiathlonSM
- Purina Pro Plan Dog Agility Masters®
“Purina Pro Plan is so excited to get involved in USDAA agility events at every level, from local clubs to regional championships and the year-end Cynosport® championships. There is such a rich history with this organization bringing the sport to America and starting these tournaments. Dogs competing in agility are the top canine performers in the sport world, and we wanted to be involved in every tournament in the series,” said Scott Smith, Director, Breeder/Enthusiast Group at Purina Pro Plan.
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 10,000 U.S. associates take pride in our trusted pet food, treat and litter brands that feed 46 million dogs and 68 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.
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About Purina Pro Plan
Purina Pro Plan is a leader in the advanced nutrition category, with more than 140 targeted formulas to help your pet thrive throughout every stage of life. For more information, visit www.proplan.com or follow @ProPlan on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook.
About USDAA®
United States Dog Agility Association, Inc. (USDAA®) is the world’s largest independent authority for the sport of dog agility, with more than 50,000 registered competitors and hundreds of breeds of dogs, including mix breeds. Credited with bringing the sport to North America in 1986, USDAA is dedicated to promoting dog agility as a recreational family sport that fosters responsible pet ownership. USDAA also supports special programs such as the Intercollegiate Dog Agility Association (IDAASM), World Cynosport Rally Limited (WCRL), and USDAA@Home!™. For more information, visit www.usdaa.com.