`Disc'overing New Heights At the Friskies ALPO Canine Frisbee Disc Championship; Exciting Paw-to-Paw Competitions for 2000.Business/Health Editors GLENDALE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 27, 2000 Friskies PetCare Company Friskies PetCare Company, a division of Nestlé, merged with Ralston Purina and became Nestlé Purina PetCare in 2001 after Nestlé acquired all of the outstanding shares of Ralston Purina.[1] References 1. ^ (2000-06) "Friskies and PetFoodDirect. , Inc. is set to unleash the much anticipated 2000 Friskies ALPO ALPO Association of Lunar and Planetary Observers ALPO Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site (US National Park Service) ALPO Alpha Phi Omega (service fraternity) AlPO Alumino-Phosphate (R) Canine canine or canid Any domestic or wild dog or doglike mammal (e.g., wolf, jackal, fox) in the family Canidae, found throughout the world except in Antarctica and on most ocean islands. Frisbee(R) disc competition season. Featuring over 100 Local and Regional Championships beginning in April, thousands of aspiring as·pire intr.v. as·pired, as·pir·ing, as·pires 1. To have a great ambition or ultimate goal; desire strongly: aspired to stardom. 2. Canine Frisbee competitors are set to leap into action with new routines, including thrilling thrill v. thrilled, thrill·ing, thrills v.tr. 1. To cause to feel a sudden intense sensation; excite greatly. 2. To give great pleasure to; delight. See Synonyms at enrapture. vaults, exciting mid-air catches and dazzling high-speed charges. Pet lovers are encouraged to call 1-888-444-ALPO or visit www.ALPO.com to request training information and learn more about events in their area. "Canine Frisbee disc continues to be a rewarding and fun way to strengthen the bond with your four-legged canine companion," said Barbara Royer, Manager of Professional Communications, Friskies PetCare Company. "ALPO(R) dog food is proud to be a sponsor of national Canine Frisbee disc competitions for over 10 years and looks forward to another exciting year." NEW FOR 2000: Exciting new innovations are in store for the 2000 season at the Regional Championship level. Competitions will now be held at larger venues, thus opening the opportunity for more teams and spectators to catch the canine Frisbee disc-catching fever. Participants will now also be required to pre-register to compete in a Regional Championship by calling toll-free 1-800-786-9240, no later than the Tuesday at 5 p.m. EST P.M. also p.m. or p.m. abbr. post meridiem Usage Note: By definition, 12 a.m. prior to the event. Competition is limited to the first 75 pre-registered dogs and teams must receive a confirmation number to be eligible to compete. A new scoring system Noun 1. scoring system - a system of classifying according to quality or merit or amount rating system classification system - a system for classifying things will delight veteran and novice teams. Under the P.A.W.S. Freestyle The code name for the MCE version of Windows. See Media Center Edition. scoring criteria, competing teams will receive scores ranging from 1 to 10 in half point increments for each of the following categories: Presentation, Athleticism, Wow!Factor and Success. The top two open division teams with the highest total score at Regional Championships advance to the crowning competition for canines Canines The two sharp teeth located next to the front incisor teeth in mammals that are used to grip and tear. Mentioned in: Animal Bite Infections -- the World Championships! Complete event information is also available at www.ALPO.com. 2000 Schedule of Regional Championships and World Championship
-- South Central Houston - Houston International Festival
April 15
-- North Central Indianapolis - Indianapolis Life 500 Festival
Fitness Expo May 5
-- Southwest Oxnard, CA - California Strawberry Festival
May 20
-- Northeast Syracuse, NY - New York State Fair
August 26
-- Southeast Nashville, TN - Tennessee State Fair
September 16
-- Northwest Puyallup, WA - Western Washington Fair
September 23
-- World Championship New York, NY - Central Park October 7
To request a free 2000 Training Guide & Schedule, pet lovers are encouraged to call toll-free 1-888-444-ALPO or visit www.ALPO.com. The toll-free number will also provide more information and the locations of upcoming events in the local area. Friskies' nutritional expertise and commitment to enhancing the well being of cats and dogs Cats and Dogs A slang term referring to speculative stocks that have short or suspicious histories for sales, earnings, dividends, etc. Notes: In a bull market analysts will often mention that everything is going up, even the cats and dogs. has enabled the company to develop innovative products with the taste pets like and the nutrition pets need to be healthy, happy and full of life. For over 65 years, Friskies has manufactured some of America's leading brands of dog and cat foods, including ALPO(R) canned and dry dog food, Mighty Dog(R) canned dog food, Fancy Feast(R) canned cat food and Friskies(R) canned and dry cat food. For more information, visit www.ALPO.com, the online resource for better pet care. ALPO(R) has been a proud sponsor of national canine Frisbee(R) disc championships for over 10 years featuring Fastback fast·back n. An automobile designed with a curving downward slope from roof to rear. model Frisbee(R) discs as the official flying disc of competition. FRISBEE is the original brand of flying disc and has been a leader in flying fun for more than 40 years. FRISBEE is a trademark of Wham-O, Inc. |
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