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  WHAT:     All PETCO stores nationwide will host a free pet nutrition
            workshop facilitated by specially trained in-store nutrition
            experts on Saturday, November 14 at 2 p.m.  During the 30-minute
            workshop, pet parents will learn about the nutritional needs of
            their dogs and cats, have a chance to discuss the benefits of
            good pet nutrition, receive an assessment of their individual
            pet's nutrition needs and understand the difference between
            basic, premium and natural pet food categories.

            Pet parents who attend the event will receive educational
            materials and free food samples from food suppliers Wellness,
            Halo, and Natural Balance

  WHEN:     Saturday Nov. 14
            2 p.m.

  WHERE:    All PETCO locations nationwide

  VISUALS:  -- Interviews with pet nutrition specialists and newly educated
            pet parents

  For more information:
  To find a local PETCO store, visit www.petco.com/storelocator

For more information on PETCO's Nutrition Training, visit www.petco.com/nutritioncenter

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SOURCE: PETCO Animal Supplies