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A Shared Commitment
Through the power of collaboration and shared values, the AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF) and Purina have made strides in improving canine health. For decades, Purina has been a dedicated advocate of canine health and consistent supporter of CHF’s mission. This enduring partnership has led to significant advancements in canine health through their generous contributions to research and education.
Quick Facts
150+
Purina Parent Club Partnership (PPCP) Program Enrollees
25
Years Working Together
$15M
In funds Received
How We Work Together
Purina’s commitment to canine health is evident in its long history of supporting CHF initiatives.
Together, we:
- Fund pivotal research projects.
- Develop innovative funding sources, including the PPCP Program, which empowers breed clubs to fund research relevant to their breed.
- Host the biennial National Parent Club Canine Health Conferences, bringing together breeders, veterinarians, and researchers to share knowledge to advance canine health.
- Recognize that by working together we can do more for our dogs and have formed a multi-million-dollar alliance to advance canine health research.
The Purina Event Center at Purina Farms
200 Checkerboard Drive, Gray Summit, MO 63039
Impact of Our Partnership
Together, we’ve advanced critical research to benefit dogs in areas like genetics, cancer, nutrition, and sports medicine. Through education and outreach, we’ve raised awareness and empowered dog owners to make informed decisions about their companions’ well-being. This enduring partnership proves the power of collaboration, paving the way for a healthier future for all dogs.
Partnership Initiatives
Walk of Champions and Path of Honor
In 2010, Purina opened the state-of-the-art Purina Events Center in Gray Summit, Missouri. The Event Center hosts all-breed dog shows, national specialties, agility and obedience trials.
Purina Parent Club Partnership Program
Purina Pro Club members who elect to participate in the PPCP Program and designate a particular club accrue points for their breed when they submit UPC codes from qualifying Purina brand dog foods.
National Parent Club Canine Health Conference
Since 1997, Purina has been an instrumental sponsor of the biennial National Parent Club Canine Health Conference, providing a meaningful gathering of breeders, veterinary team members, researchers, and dog lovers dedicated to the latest advances in science for canine health.
Success Stories
Meet Scott Smith,
Managing Director at Purina and CHF Board Member. He regularly engages with conformation and sporting dog enthusiasts from across the country, including those participating in performance and companion dog sports, and actively supports CHF’s mission.
Featured Initiatives
Find Out How You Can Collaborate With Us
Contact andrea@akcchf.com to explore opportunities for collaboration and make a meaningful difference in canine health.