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Nylabone Donates Over $1 Million in Dog Chew Toys and Chew Treats to Animal Welfare Groups in 2024
Donations help promote healthy, non-destructive behavior of shelter animals and therapy dogs NEPTUNE CITY, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Nylabone, an iconic brand
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[{"type":"text","content":"\nDonations help promote healthy, non-destructive behavior of shelter animals and therapy dogs\n\n\n NEPTUNE CITY, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--\nNylabone, an iconic brand in the Central Garden & Pet portfolio (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA), has donated chew toys and chew treats valued at over $1 million, along with monetary contributions, to animal welfare groups in 2024. The donations were made through the Nylabone Cares™ program, which is committed to supporting non-profit organizations in the United States and Canada.\n\nThis press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241203691021/en/Nylabone donates over $1 million in dog chew toys and chew treats to animal welfare groups in 2024 --- Donations help promote healthy, non-destructive behavior of shelter animals and therapy dogs (Photo: Business Wire)\nThroughout the year, Nylabone provided more than 100,000 durable chew toys and chew treats to over 750 organizations, including American Humane, America’s VetDogs, Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind, and the ASPCA. The program is also dedicated to uplifting nonprofits in Nylabone’s home state of New Jersey and the surrounding areas, such as Monmouth County SCPA, Popcorn Park Zoo, Associated Humane Societies of NJ, and North Shore Animal League.\n\n\nThese donations help promote healthy, non-destructive behavior so shelter animals and therapy dogs can safely satisfy their urge to chew, ease anxiety and stress, and engage in vital enrichment. On top of ongoing chew toy donations throughout the year, Nylabone supplied 1,600 enrichment toys to key organizations through the brand’s Holiday Enrichment program. These toys are essential in alleviating the stress and boredom that can affect shelter animals, particularly those awaiting long-term placement.\n\n\n“Not only are we dedicated to providing safe ways for dogs to satisfy their natural instinct to chew, but we are also committed to helping dogs in need find happiness and enrichment through chewing,” said Glen S. Axelrod, President and CEO of Nylabone Products. “As pet parents ourselves, we are proud to support the shelters and rescues that work tirelessly to help dogs find loving forever homes.”\n\n\nNylabone also collaborated with several charities to fund critical projects and research initiatives. For the sixth consecutive y...