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(PRESS RELEASE) SILVER SPRING, MD — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for Capstar (nitenpyram) tablets and revised the EUA for Nitenpyram Tablets, the generic version of Capstar, to authorize both products for the prevention and treatment of New World screwworm (NWS) infestations (myiasis) in dogs, puppies, cats, and kittens that weigh at least two pounds and are at least four weeks old.

(PRESS RELEASE) WASHINGTON, D.C. — The International Franchise Association (IFA) recently named Josh and Ashley Rodgers, owners of seven locations across three states, as 2026 Franchisees of the Year. The Rodgers will be honored at the IFA26 Advocacy Summit in Washington, D.C., Sept. 14-16, for being outstanding franchise owners with excellence in entrepreneurship, community outreach, workforce development, and service to others.

(PRESS RELEASE) ST. PAUL, MN — The Minnesota Urolith Center (MUC) at the University of Minnesota has received its 2 millionth urinary stone sample, also known as a urolith, an achievement made possible by decades of support from long-time partner Hill’s Pet Nutrition and submissions from more than 50,000 veterinary clinics in 103 countries.

August was heavy on SUPERZOO — six of the 10 stories on petsplusmag.com traced back to the 2026 show at Mandalay Bay, and readers wanted every angle of it, from the New Product Showcase winners to booth-by-booth roundups to the WPA Chairman’s Reception recap. Topping the list: Coverage of the New Product Showcase winners, followed closely by the inaugural PETS+ Retailer’s Choice Awards winners and the PETS+ America’s Coolest 2026 contest winners.

(PRESS RELEASE) HATFIELD, PA — Annamaet Petfoods Inc., recently announced a new name for its longtime Option dog food formula. Formerly known as Annamaet Option, the formula is now Annamaet Medium & Large Breed Salmon. While the name is changing, the formula itself remains the same.

(PRESS RELEASE) NASHVILLE, TN — Leap Venture Studio & Academy, the world’s first and largest pet care startup accelerator, announced the launch of its tenth accelerator program. The program offers pet care founders a highly customized, hybrid experience tailored to early-stage startups, in addition to $200,000 in funding for portfolio seats. The newest cohort kicked off in Nashville on August 24, and will close out in London the week of November 9th.

(PRESS RELEASE) LOS ANGELES, CA — Win World International Trade LLC introduces a new way for pet parents to create a safe indoor space without sacrificing style. The new 6-Panel Indoor Pet Playpen with Gate brings the functionality of a traditional exercise pen together with a furniture-inspired design that meets the needs of pet parents looking for solutions that complement their modern, stylish home interiors.

(PRESS RELEASE) ST. LOUIS — The Pet Care Innovation Prize powered by Purina opened applications for its 2027 competition, calling on entrepreneurs with bold ideas and innovative solutions for pets to apply for funding and support from Purina to help scale their businesses. Early-stage companies developing novel products or services across the pet care industry can apply for the 2027 Pet Care Innovation Prize here through Oct. 6, 2026.

(PRESS RELEASE) NEW YORK — The Farmer’s Dog, the leader in real, human-grade dog food, today announced the launch of Crunchy Biscuits, a new line of all-natural treats that extends the company’s commitment to real food beyond mealtime and into one of the most meaningful daily rituals people share with their dogs: treat time. Crunchy Biscuits are human-grade, all-natural treats made with real, simple, whole-food ingredients, offering an alternative to traditional dog biscuits.

(PRESS RELEASE) LAS VEGAS, NV — The dental professionals at ChewMate Oral Care And Wellness have introduced disruptive dental innovations in dog and cat toothbrushing, which remains the gold standard of pet oral care, at SuperZoo 2026. ChewMate just launched three Toothbrush Systems specifically designed for “Over the Gum” cleaning of plaque and tarter performed by pro-active pet parents, vet techs, groomers and dogs who love to chew and play. Dual Action Natural Rubber TreatBrush Toothbrush.