PETCO is partnering with animal shelters across the country to host in-store pet adoption events
Saturday, January 16 and Sunday, January 17 
WHAT: All PETCO stores host National Pet Adoption events to provide pet lovers across the country the chance to meet many adoptable pets, learn about area animal shelters, inquire about the best ways to care for [...]

Consumer generosity enables PETCO Foundation to fulfill mission in challenging economy
SAN DIEGO (Jan. 6, 2010) — PETCO customers from around the country are making a difference in the lives of homeless animals this new year by virtue of their donations to the PETCO Foundation’s annual Tree of Hope fundraiser.
This year’s Tree of Hope, conducted through [...]

SAN DIEGO (Nov. 17, 2009) – ‘Tis the season of giving when millions of Americans will include their beloved pets on this year’s holiday shopping list. Whether the pet on their list has been naughty or nice this year, PETCO has a wide selection of innovative, fun and useful gifts – many exclusive to PETCO [...]

SAN DIEGO (Oct. 28, 2009) — More than 1,000 PETCO stores nationwide will encourage families to Think Adoption First during National Pet Adoption Weekend Nov. 7 and 8 when they partner with their local animal shelters to hold adoption events.  In addition, the National Pet Adoption Weekend kicks-off PETCO’s annual Tree of Hope fundraiser for [...]

PETCO launches national pet nutrition education campaign for consumers, provides in-depth training for pet nutrition experts in every store
SAN DIEGO (Oct. 6, 2009) — Nearly 80 percent of pet parents are confident their pet’s food is healthy and nutritious, but only four in 10 say they understand pet food labels, according to a recent survey [...]

Derby educates children and parents on proper and responsible care of small animals
SAN DIEGO (Sept. 10, 2009) — PETCO, a leading pet specialty retailer, will host its annual, and very popular, Hamster Ball Derby at all of the company’s more than 950 locations across the country on Saturday, Oct. 3 at 2 p.m.  Last year’s [...]

SAN DIEGO (August 28, 2009) — PETCO Animal Supplies today announced the cancellation of this weekend’s Fifth Annual National Chihuahua Race finals in New York City due to potentially unsafe weather and travel conditions.
“Our primary concern is the safety and well-being of pets and, of course, their human family members,” said PETCO Chief Marketing Officer [...]

Two Returning Champs, a Past Champion’s Daughter, Two Rookies and Two Veterans
Compete Saturday in New York City for the Title of America’s Fastest Chihuahua
SAN DIEGO (August 24, 2009) — On your bark, get set, go! Seven speedy Chihuahuas from across the country will race for the title of America’s Fastest Chihuahua during PETCO’s Fifth Annual [...]

Roo is Named Top Dog at Boston Regionals; Travels to New York for a Chance to be Named America’s Fastest Chihuahua
BOSTON (Aug. 15, 2009) - A 14-pound rookie racer named Roo won PETCO’s Fifth Annual Chihuahua Races regional event at the Mansfield PETCO store today, setting her sights on the finals and some stiff competition in [...]

Maddy is Named Top Dog at Philadelphia Regionals; Heads Back to Hometown for a Chance to be Named America’s Fastest Chihuahua – Again
PHILADELPHIA (Aug. 15, 2009) - Seeking to regain her title as America’s Fastest Chihuahua, a familiar face emerged as the winner during PETCO’s Fifth Annual Chihuahua Races regional event at the Clifton Heights PETCO [...]