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| Senior dogs enjoy the Purina Pro Plan BRIGHT MIND 7+ Clubhouse on June 9, 2015 in NYC. Adoptable dogs were brought together to celebrate Pet Appreciation Week and promote the adoption of dogs age 7 and older |
This week, we're partnering with Purina Pro Plan to help celebrate senior dogs and raise awareness of ways to help senior pups and keep them mentally sharp.
Read after the jump to find ways you can help AND a chance to win new Purina Pro Plan BRIGHT MIND for your senior pup. Purina Pro Plan recently introduced Purina Pro Plan BRIGHT MIND Adult 7+, a breakthrough formula containing enhanced botanical oils shown to promote alertness and mental sharpness in dogs seven and older, with visible results within 30 days.
The Purina Pro Plan BRIGHT MIND 7+ Clubhouse
To celebrate the launch of BRIGHT MIND, the brand hosted a senior dog appreciation and adoption event in New York City on Tuesday, June 9 during Pet Appreciation Week (June 7-13). |
| Dogs ages 7 and older hang out with NYC dog lovers at the Purina Pro Plan BRIGHT MIND 7+ Clubhouse -- For Senior Dogs Only |
The Purina Pro Plan BRIGHT MIND 7+ Clubhouse – For Senior Dogs Only – featured areas to sit, stay and play with adoptable dogs over age seven, as well special appearances by a few “celebrity” senior dogs including Mishka the Talking Husky, Chloe Kardoggian and Hamilton Pug.
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| Hamilton Pug, Mishka the Talking Husky and Chloe Kardoggian support fellow senior dogs at the Purina Pro Plan BRIGHT MIND 7+ Clubhouse |
At the event, Attendees had the chance to take photos with the famous senior dogs as well as play or relax with adoptable dogs seven years and older. In addition, renowned veterinarian Dr. Marty Becker shared expert advice about owning and caring for senior dogs.
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| Dr. Marty Becker discusses the benefits of senior dog adoption with Suzanne Donaldson of Mrs. Sizzle at the Purina Pro Plan BRIGHT MIND 7+ Clubhouse |
How you can help adoptable senior dogs
Throughout Pet Appreciation Week, pet lovers across the country can show their support via social media by sharing what’s great about their own senior dogs. For each photo of a seven or older dog posted that includes #MySeniorDog and tags @ProPlan from June 7 - 13, the brand will donate one pound of BRIGHT MIND 7+ – up to 25,000 pounds – to the Purina Pro Plan Rally to Rescue network to help adoptable senior dogs nationwide.
To learn more, visit www.BRIGHTMINDEFFECT.com.
Find Pro Plan on social media at:
Twitter - @ProPlan
Instagram - @ProPlanHow BRIGHT MIND helps keep senior dogs sharp and alert
Did you know there are approximately 87 million dogs in the U.S.* and an estimated 44 percent of them are seven years and older?**
That's a whole lot of senior dogs, yet most owners of dogs 7+ are unlikely to think about their dog's experiencing age-related cognitive decline.***
Around age 7, a dog's glucose metabolism in the brain begins to change, which can affect memory, learning, awareness or decision-making.
Why?
A dog's brain relies on energy from glucose to thrive, and around age 7, a dog's brain cells start to lose their ability to effectively use glucose as an energy source which ultimately affects functioning.
After years of research, Purina experts discovered an additional energy source -- the fatty acids derived from botanical oils called Medium Chain Triglycerides (MCTs) -- that can be used in addition to glucose. As part of an older dog's total nutrition, these MCTs have shown to help promote alertness and mental sharpness in dogs age 7+.
So what does this mean for senior dog owners? The MCTs have been shown to promote memory, attention and trainability in dogs age 7+. Differences you may see in your dog are in his interaction with you, interest in playing and ability to adapt and cope with change.
Purina Pro Plan BRIGHT MIND, with MCTs from enhanced botanical oils comes in three formulas:
- Adult 7+ Chicken and Rice
- Adult 7+ Small Breed
- Adult 7+ Large Breed
Both formulas include:
- High quality protein, including chicken as the first ingredient
- Enhanced botanical oils shown to promote alertness and mental sharpness in dogs 7+ within 30 days
- EPA, an omega-3 fatty acid, and glucosamine to help support joint health and mobility
- Vitamin A and linoleum acid, an omega-6 fatty acid, for healthy skin and coat
- Natural prebiotic fiber, sourced from what bran to help promote digestive health
Purina Pro Plan BRIGHT MIND Adult 7+ is available exclusively at pet specialty retailers (Small Breed formula at PetSmart only).
*SOURCE: Nielsen "Purina Pet Population Chart" -- 52 weeks ending 1/20/14 **SOURCE: Nielsen Custom Analytics -- 52 weeks ending 12/28/13***Purina qualitative research 2014
Win BRIGHT MIND for your senior dog!
Enter via the giveaway widget below for a chance to win Purina Pro Plan BRIGHT MIND for your senior dog. One winner will receive a coupon for one bag of Purina Pro Plan BRIGHT MIND Adult 7+ (value up to $57).
Good luck!
That stuff sounds pretty good since I'm a senior
ReplyDeleteLily & Edward
Both my kids are seniors Shunta is 12 and her dad Kota is going to be 15. Kota would benefit most he is partly blind and deaf and not too good a memory. Shunta does take care of her dad.
ReplyDeleteHe will benefit from this food because it contains vitamins and omega 3 oils
ReplyDeleteI think my 16 year old, Sushi, will benefit from this food because of it's enhanced botanical oils. She suffers from dementia and could use help with her mind.
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ReplyDeleteMy rescue pup ole' girl is now 12 years old and this Purina Pro Plan Bright Minds food sounds like a winner to feed my girl to help with her aging body and mind. I really would like to try anything that claims to benefit her health as a senior pup!
ReplyDeleteIt made me so sad to realize that Bentley was considered a senior at only seven years old. Although I prefer "middle-aged" I still feed him a diet for older dogs. This looks like a great event and a super food!
ReplyDeleteI think the botanical oils that are in it will be really good for him. I didn't know about these or that they were good for mental sharpness. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteI have 4 senior dogs - all over the age of 10. MCTs have shown to help promote alertness and mental sharpness in dogs age 7+ which is a key ingredient in Purina Pro Plan Bright Mind food. I look forward to trying this and seeing if I notice a difference after 30 days.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun event! We used to eat ProPlan, but we have switched. It is important to keep the senior mind working, though.
ReplyDeleteMy senior dog Josie doesn't seem to be as alert, active and sharp these days. I would love to try the Purina Pro Plan Bright Mind food.
ReplyDeleteMy senior dog, Mike, was just rescued/adopted by us in January and he's still making up for years of poor nutrition.
ReplyDeleteI would give this to my sister for her senior dogs.
ReplyDeletemy oldest is almost 14 and she is having some health issues, recovering for the 2nd time from vestibular and has 2 bulging discs which she did with the first time she got it. the oemga 3 fatty acids are very good for her joints and she needs some help with mental alertness, she lost her hearing abt 3 mos ago as well. i am doing pt with her now at home, i think the botanical oils shown to promote alertness and mental sharpness would help with her since she likes to sleep all day and i have to force her to get up and move sometimes. in the evening when it is cooler, she will still play with her ball, but she needs to strengthen her hind legs
ReplyDeleteMy dogs are both young, but I would love to win to donate this.
ReplyDeleteMy dog is 11 years old now but still plays with toys and other dogs. We have small Puppy Parties with his friends and I want to keep him this way for years to come. TFS.
ReplyDeleteI love that it helps with joint health. My senior dog is showing signs of joint discomfort.
ReplyDeleteI believe the literature and research that has been published for this age range. I would love to try it and compare even though we have always given our dog high quality food for his health. rene chartier (medicus0911)
ReplyDeleteI have 2 senior dogs that would benefit using this and I would love to see them more bright and active
ReplyDeletemy senior pet will benefit from Purina Pro Plan BRIGHT MIND 7+ because it has the nutrients she needs
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My senior dog Daisy isn't as alert and active these days. I would love to try the Purina Pro Plan Bright Mind food.
ReplyDeleteI've heard that Purina Pro Plan will help with dogs that act a little sluggish in their older years. I've got one dog that is slowing down and I'd love to give her some extra good food to see if it helps her be a little more spry! I appreciate the opportunity to win! My instagram name is @kshate
ReplyDeletemy dog is getting there and I would love to try this and see if it helps her feel better
ReplyDeleteMy senior dogs would benefit from Purina Pro Plan BRIGHT MIND because it supports joint health and mobility. My oldest dog, Kandy, who is 16 yrs, isn't as focused or attentive as her younger self and I would love to see if this food helps with alertness and memory :)
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