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Purina Parent Club Partnership (PPCP) Program.
As a dog breeder and/or enthusiast, you are probably very aware of the issues we
all face trying to preserve our rich heritage and ensure a bright future for dogs everywhere.
Since 2002, thousands of fellow dog breeders and enthusiasts have chosen to have an
impact by feeding Purina brand dog foods, participating in Purina Pro Club and declaring
their participation in the Purina Parent Club Partnership (PPCP) Program. When you
enroll in the PPCP Program, Purina will match the value of the weight circles you
submit by 10%. This in no way impacts your personal rewards.
Half of the matching earnings each year are pre-designated for canine health
research and contribute to supporting Canine Health Foundation grants in which
researchers aim to better understand the genetics behind many conditions affecting
our dogs. The other half is eligible to provide supplemental funding of canine health
research or may be used to fund educational and/or rescue efforts. The PPCP Program
has raised in excess of $2.8 million for canine health research, education and rescue efforts.
Has your club utilized the funds at the Canine Health Foundation (CHF) to support research?
Remember that half of all PPCP earnings go to the CHF and are designated for research
to benefit your breed. Current projects include such topics as exercise induced collapse,
cancer, epilepsy, cruciate ligament rupture and degenerative myelopathy. Contact
the CHF today to see how your PPCP funds can make a difference!
In addition to helping fund a variety of canine health research projects, funding
has been used to help support educational outreach programs such as scholarships,
library support, essay contests, youth programs, conservation education programs,
art contests, reading programs, judges education seminars, breed specific educational
materials such as illustrated breed standards and responsible dog ownership materials.
Rescue programs also benefit as funds have been used not only for the direct care of
those dogs in need, but by also providing the much needed funding to support additional
fund raising through the development of calendars, websites and adoption events.
The core essence of the Purina Parent Club Partnership Program is working together for
the betterment of dogs everywhere. Your national breed club, the Canine Health Foundation
and Purina are counting on you. Thank you for joining us in preserving our heritage and
ensuring a healthy future for our canine companions.
As of August 31, 2009, the Standard Schnauzer Club of America has 148 members declared
for the Purina Parent Club Partnership Program. From January 1, 2009 through
August 31, 2009, 27 members have submitted weight circles resulting in a total
of $ 363.13 accumulated thus far for the 2009 Program.
The best way to increase the earnings and close the gap on the potential earnings
is by spreading the word:
To Club members who are already Pro Clubâ members: Encourage them to declare for the
Purina Parent Club Partnership Program by calling 1-877-776-2582 and encourage them to
submit weight circles to the Purina Pro Clubâ .
To Club Members who feed Purina but are NOT members of Pro Clubâ: Make them aware of
the Purina Parent Club Partnership program and encourage them to join Pro Clubâ,
declare for their breed and submit weight circles to the Purina Pro Club .
Each new person who declares participation in the PPCP Program and submits weight
circles or who joins Pro Clubâ and declares and submits weight circles will only help
to increase the earnings for 2009. To assist you in spreading the word, we have developed
ad slicks and a program overview sheet that are perfect for use in your club’s publications,
website, show catalog, etc. Additionally, we have found that many participants have been
made aware of the program through information made available to them on their club’s web site.
Recently, the Purina Parent Club Partnership Program established a presence on facebook.
Visit www.facebook.com and search Purina Parent Club Partnership Program or
join the group.
Please encourage club members and friends to join our facebook group as well.
We hope to use this group to communicate general information, share successes, best practices, etc.
The more we spread the word, the more we can do for canine health and well-being.
If your club has not already done so, please consider adding a link from your website to the
PPCP website to make it easy for fanciers of the Standard Schnauzer to access additional
information about the PPCP program. If you would like a copy of the ad slick, overview or a
web link image, please email me MICHAEL ALLWAY,
and I will be happy to fulfill your request.
Also, please do not forget that we have PPCP promotional display boards that your club
may have for their use while supplies last. We hope you will be able to use the display
at events, meetings, banquets, etc. to help build awareness of the program and earn funds
to benefit your breed. If you are interested in receiving a display board for your club’s
use, please let me know.
Please encourage participation in this unique program, and submission of weight circles to
benefit the Standard Schnauzer. Though canine health is a major component of the PPCP program,
canine welfare is also an integral component. Please remember that education encompasses a
wide array of activities. Such activities may include but are not limited to judges’
education, breed information / standards, youth programs, educating of public officials
in responsible canine legislation, studies that include conservation practices related
to habitat beneficial to sporting dog events, scholarships, etc.
Purina thanks you for this opportunity to partner with you and the Canine Health Foundation
in advancing the health and well being of the Standard Schnauzer.
Mike Allway, Manager
Breeder / Enthusiast Services
Nestlé Purina PetCare