Deer Creek launches food program to help pet rescue groups
LITTLETON, Colo., Dec. 14, 2012 – Deer Creek Animal Hospital announced today that it is the first animal hospital in the Rocky Mountain region to sell FreeHand™ super-premium dog food and introduce its buy-one-give-one business model to Colorado.
For every pound of dog food sold through Deer Creek Animal Hospital, FreeHand will donate an equal amount of premium-quality food to Colorado Animal Rescue Express (C.A.R.E.), Colorado Coonhound Rescue , Retriever Rescue of Colorado or Snowcapped Shepherd Rescue.
“We are proud to be the first veterinary hospital in Denver to offer FreeHand dog foods. We were immediately drawn to the company’s buy-one- give-one mission and are very enthusiastic about incorporating the FreeHand program into our hospital,” said Dr. Dan Brod, DVM, CEO of Deer Creek Animal Hospital. “FreeHand pet food is made from the highest quality ingredients and contains no wheat, corn or soy, so our veterinarians feel good about recommending these products to our clients,” he added.
What makes FreeHand’s pound for pound, scoop for scoop, meal for meal™ program unique is its local focus. Donated food stays in the communities where it is bought. Just as Deer Creek Animal Hospital chose four local rescues to receive donated food, participating resellers (retail stores and ancillary services like dog groomers, daycare, sitters and walkers – and veterinarians) across the country designate recipients from a list of local rescue groups and shelters screened and approved by FreeHand. All recipient groups must adhere to strict criteria set by FreeHand to ensure the humane treatment of the animals in their care.
“When people learn about our cause and how easy it is to be part of this growing, socially conscious movement that benefits their own communities directly, they want to get involved. As a result, the program is spreading like wildfire,” said FreeHand Co-founder and Managing Director Tom Bagamane. “We are delighted to add our latest Denver area partners to FreeHand’s growing number of enthusiastic resellers and rescue organizations that are embracing our mission to save homeless dogs’ lives across the U.S.”
“Colorado Animal Rescue Express is so excited and extremely grateful to be one of the beneficiaries of FreeHand’s generous program,” said Linda Fox, cofounder and transport coordinator with Colorado Animal Rescue Express. “The cost of dog food is a huge problem for the groups that we help, from shelters, to foster-based rescues. This program is literally a lifesaver because it will enable these groups to spend the money that they previously spent on food, for vet care, including spay/neutering, microchipping, vaccinations and even emergencies. Helping homeless animals find forever homes is our passion. It is wonderful to be associated with two organizations that genuinely share our mission. Deer Creek Animal Hospital and FreeHand are going all out to save homeless dogs with this innovative and original program.”
Since opening in Littleton, Colorado almost 30 years ago, working with rescue groups has been an integral part of Deer Creek Animal Hospital’s long term dedication to community service. FreeHand provides an additional opportunity for Deer Creek to continue its commitment to the community, while benefiting animals across the country.
