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April 12, 2010 - Bark Busters Names Nature's Variety Premium Dry Dog Food A Preferred Brand to Improve Canine Health and Behavior


ENGLEWOOD, Colo.—April 12, 2010—Humans have long recognized that diet affects far more than just our weight. What we eat, or don’t eat, can impact everything from our energy level and mood to our physical performance and appearance. So, it’s no surprise that nutrition can also influence canine behavior. As longtime advocates of biologically appropriate canine diets, Bark Busters (www.barkbusters.com), the world’s largest dog training company, has selected Nature’s Variety (www.naturesvariety.com) as a preferred brand of premium dry dog food. This selection is based on Bark Busters’ ongoing study of factors impacting canine behavior, its practical experience at the company’s National Training Academy, and its in-depth, collaborative meetings with Nature’s Variety.

Based on real-life situations at its National Training Academy in Englewood, Colorado, Bark Busters dog behavioral therapists have witnessed observable improvements in dog behavior based on the introduction of well-balanced nutrition in a biologically appropriate diet, such as those provided by the Nature’s Variety Prairie and Instinct dry food lines. A biologically appropriate diet includes considerations for a dog’s size, activity level, and age.

Bark Busters USA’s National Training Team designated Nature’s Variety dry dog food as a preferred premium pet food after months of using Nature’s Variety dry foods with their own dogs and observing reactions of clients’ dogs as well. Unlike other dry dog foods, which may contain animal by-products and high levels of grains that many dogs find difficult to digest, Nature’s Variety Prairie and Instinct products are rich in high-quality, animal-based protein and have been carefully formulated to meet a dog’s daily vitamin and mineral needs.

“Just like in humans, a poor diet can lead to poor health, which can also contribute to poor behaviors. In our experience, we have seen marked improvement in dog behaviors by switching to a more suitable diet, along with regular exercise and training,” explained Liam Crowe, CEO and master dog behavioral therapist. “Our national team spent countless hours collaborating with Nature’s Variety personnel. They share our commitment to a holistic approach to animal wellness, and we’ve found that their Prairie and Instinct dry dog food products meet or exceed the standards we seek for optimal canine nutrition and fitness.”

Bark Busters’ methods focus on fostering a positive relationship between owner and dog to establish a lasting emotional bond based on respect and trust. Part of establishing a positive relationship involves proper handling, care, and feeding.  Bark Busters and its nationwide network of dog behavioral therapists have found that proper nutrition is a contributing factor in helping to solve behavioral problems, such as food aggression, chewing, eating soil, coprophagia (eating feces), and getting into garbage. Based on more than 20 years of experience, Bark Busters encourages all of its clients to invest in their canine companions’ health and well-being by providing a nutritionally sound diet.

“We’re proud to be associated with Bark Busters,” said Reed Howlett, CEO of Nature’s Variety. “Their unique and effective training approach and our premium, holistic pet foods are both designed to provide pets and their owners the very best.”

For more information on your canine companions’ nutritional needs and which undesirable behaviors may be linked to deficiencies in diet, Bark Busters and Nature’s Variety have collaborated on an article entitled “Nutrition and Behavior: A Vital Link for Optimal Canine Health” available online here. For a “buy one, get one free” coupon for Nature’s Variety premium products, visit www.naturesvariety.com/tryit.

About Bark Busters: Bark Busters, the world's largest dog training company, started in Australia in 1989 and came to the United States in 2000. Since inception, more than 500,000 dogs have been trained worldwide using its dog-friendly, natural methods. With 250+ franchised offices in 40 states and additional offices in 10 countries, Bark Busters is continuing its mission to build a global network of dog behavioral therapists to enhance responsible dog ownership and reduce the possibility of maltreatment and euthanasia of companion dogs. Bark Busters is the only international dog training company that offers guaranteed lifetime support. SPCA International selected Bark Busters dog behavioral training services as the “Best of the Best” in its category. No other training company or dog trainer received such a distinction. To fetch a trainer in your area, call 1-877-500-BARK (2275) or visit www.barkbusters.com, where dog owners can complete a Dog Behavioral Quiz to rate their dogs' behavior.

About Nature’s Variety: Nature’s Variety specializes in natural, holistic dog and cat food. The line of premium products was developed by families who have been practicing sustainable agriculture for more than 140 years, raising quality livestock, and growing crops in America’s heartland. Nature’s Variety offers the purest forms of pet nutrition—including a wide variety of protein choices in every pet food form (raw frozen diets, kibble, canned and healthy treats). For more information about Nature’s Variety, visit www.naturesvariety.com.

Important Safety Update: Bark Busters wants to inform the public that Nature’s Variety has initiated a voluntary recall of its Chicken Formula and Organic Chicken Formula Raw Frozen Diets for dogs and cats with any "Best If Used By" date on or before 2/5/11. No other Raw Frozen Diets are involved in this expansion other than chicken, and no other Nature’s Variety products are involved. The products included in this recall are any Chicken Formula or Organic Chicken Formula Raw Frozen Diet with a "Best If Used By" date on or before 2/5/11, including:
    •    UPC#7 69949 60130 2 – Chicken Formula 3 lb medallions
    •    UPC#7 69949 60120 3 – Chicken Formula 6 lb patties
    •    UPC#7 69949 60121 0 – Chicken Formula 2 lb single chubs
    •    UPC#7 69949 50121 3 – Chicken Formula 12 lb retail display case of chubs
    •    UPC#7 69949 60137 1 – Organic Chicken Formula 3 lb medallions
    •    UPC#7 69949 60127 2 – Organic Chicken Formula 6 lb patties
For more information about the Raw Frozen Diet recall, please visit www.naturesvariety.com or call Nature’s Variety dedicated Customer Care line 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 800-374-3142.

Lauren Rerucha, Bark Busters PR                                                            
720-259-8267 | laurenrerucha@barkbusters.com     

Jared Kelowitz/JDPR/Nature's Variety PR
864-233-3776 ext. 24 | jaredk@jdpr.com
                    

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