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centers, the animals are checked by a veterinarian, micro-chipped, and logged
into a database so that owners have a reliable method to find their lost pets.

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For more information about the company and its products call (888)
560-BEAR (2327) or visit the company's award-winning website at
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Drivers trained in pet care and first aid monitor the animals by closed
circuit video and provide their passengers with fresh water and toys through
the duration of the trip.

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number of ways including Stuffed with Hugs(TM), the company's
signature charitable program, which is now in its fifth year.buildabear.newscom.
Due to the growing need for space, a secondary-level evacuation may soon
begin. The program's normal duties include transporting dogs
from areas of the country with overpopulation to areas where dogs are in
higher demand, and providing spay/neuter and capacity -building grants to
animal welfare agencies in those regions.

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(NYSE: BBW) announces that it is giving $90,000 in grants to various
domestic pet programs across the United States and Canada. Humane Society of Missouri - Provides a safe and caring haven to
all animals in need.
St. Richmond Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals -
Promotes safe care of animals through animal rescue, education,
adoption and spay/neuter services .
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, Four producers of natural and
organic eggs have been approved to use the "Certified Humane Raised and
Handled" label by Humane Farm Animal Care (HFAC), the non-profit organization
that certifies the humane treatment of animals raised by meat, poultry, egg or
dairy producers. Operation SPOT - Works to end the unnecessary euthanasia of dogs
and cats. St. Hubert 's Animal Welfare Center - Dedicated to the humane
treatment of animals through services that support the
human-animal bond.
Generous contributions made to PetSmart Charities continue to provide pet
supplies, transport and funding to more than 75 actively-involved animal
welfare agencies in 16 states.

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Pete + Gerry's Organic
Eggs and Nellie's Nest Eggs of New Hampshire gained "Certified Humane" status
in 2003.
"Now, consumers can buy Certified Humane eggs almost anywhere in the
country," said HFAC Executive Director, Adele Douglass.
All producers authorized to use the "Certified Humane" label must meet
HFAC's Animal Care Standards, which were developed by a veritable "Who's Who"
of national and international animal scientists and farm-animal welfare
experts . to meet the stringent requirements of the USDA ISO
Guide 65 Assessment program, which evaluates organizations operating
third-party product certification systems.

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Unveiled in May 2003 and now being used by 35 companies, the Certified
Humane label assures consumers that a meat, poultry , egg or dairy product has
been produced in compliance with HFAC's precise standards for humane farm
animal treatment.
HFAC is the first and only animal-welfare product certification
organization in the U.aspx

About Build-A-Bear Workshop(R) Giving Programs

Build-A-Bear Workshop is committed to improving communities and
impacting lives through meaningful philanthropic programs that support
causes for children, families and animals. The first store opened in St.com/cgi-bin /prnh/20050915/LATH065 )
The two vehicles are designed to humanely and safely transport about
50 animals each in air-conditioned, sanitary comfort for long-haul trips.
A major shelter staging area at the Lamar-Dixon Expo Center in Gonzales, La.

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For more information on the Bearemy's
Kennel Pals grant program or to download an application, please visit
www.
The Rescue Waggin is an industry-leading program and the largest of its
kind in the nation.
The public can make tax -deductible donations to help the pet victims of
Hurricane Katrina and other disasters by calling 1-800-423-PETS or visiting
http://www.org .

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Several
organizations will receive their grants in ceremonies that recognize
their efforts supporting and serving pet programs. Edmonton Humane Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals -
Dedicated to preventing animal suffering and commitment to
animal welfare. People for Animals, Inc. With the opening of its international store in
Sheffield, England in the fall of 2003 and the addition of
international stores in Japan , Denmark and Australia in 2004,
Build-A-Bear Workshop has become the global leader in the teddy bear
business. Future
evacuations are being handled at other sites in Louisiana and Mississippi
which still have capacity to receive animals. The program currently transports
approximately 10,000 dogs per year and plans to launch a third Waggin' in
early 2006.

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9. Bearemy 's Kennel Pals(R) grant
program began awarding funds in 2004. Including this round of grants,
Build -A-Bear Workshop(R) has distributed over $265,000 to
organizations that work with pet programs.8 million in donations to date for emergency pet rescue
and relief from customers, associates and the public .

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* Nest Fresh Eggs, a Denver-based producer of organic, cage-free eggs
http://www. Over 25 million stuffed animals have been sold world wide
since 1997.

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The grant recipients include:

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Kanab, Utah

2. Louis, MO

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Bearemy's Kennel Pals(R) is a line of plush dogs that generates
funds for the support of pet programs.com

PetSmart Charities' Rescue Waggin' Vehicles Transporting Displaced Katrina Pets to Safety

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Animals must receive a nutritious diet free of antibiotics
or hormones and must be raised with shelter, resting areas and space that are
sufficient to support natural behavior. Money raised through the sales of these animals is
directly granted to shelters and animal programs in the United States
and Canada on a quarterly basis.

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philsfresheggs. Best Friends Animal Society - A sanctuary for homeless animals . Heaven Can Wait - Rescues dogs and cats from inevitable
euthanasia.
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Build-A-Bear Workshop giving programs focus on improving
communities and impacting lives through meaningful philanthropic
programs that support causes for children, families and Bearemy's
Kennel Pals Grants/Add One animals.,
is already at maximum capacity with more than 4,000 animals on site .petsmartcharities.

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Akron, OH

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Many of the animals rescued were rounded up at government-controlled
command centers throughout the New Orleans and Gulfport areas . The national non-profit organization has
received more than $1.

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Certified Humane Eggs Now Available Nationally

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* Giving Nature Foods, an organic and cage-free egg producer in
Lancaster County, Pa. Producer compliance with the HFAC standards is verified through
annual on-site inspections by HFAC's third-party inspectors.
HFAC is a national nonprofit organization supported by the American
Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), The Humane Society
of the United States (HSUS), regional and local animal protection
organizations, foundations and individuals.
Hillside, NJ

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Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE: BBW) is the leading and only national
company providing a make-your-own stuffed animal interactive
entertainment retail experience.

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PHOENIX, Specially-designed PetSmart
Charities Rescue Waggin' pet transport vehicles have transported 113 dogs,
39 cats and one injured hawk from hurricane-ravaged areas to designated
evacuation shelters since they were able to enter the affected areas on
Sept. 5.

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These include animals used in racing, circuses, rodeos, zoos and aquariums.

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farmersorganicfoods.givingnaturefoods . Build-A-Bear Workshop donates a
portion of the proceeds from the sale of each full-sized Bearemy 's
Kennel Pals friend to domestic pet programs including local animal
shelters, stray pet rescue and rehabilitation organizations and pet
education programs.buildabear.com/aboutUs/community/bearscanhelp /FurryHelp.

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* Phil's Fresh Eggs, a producer of cage-free, naturally fed eggs based
in Forreston, Illinois (http://www.

Build-A-Bear Workshop Awards Grants to Pet Programs Across the Country; Bearemy's Kennel Pals Program Raises Money for Domestic Pet Programs

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states and Canada. In November 2004, the company also opened two friends 2B
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The newly certified producers include:

* Farmers Organic Foods International, a Wisconsin-based company that
produces organic, fresh, cage-free and pastured-poultry-raised eggs,
liquid/frozen or fresh liquid egg products and dry egg products
(http://www. More information can be found at
HFAC's website, http://www. Since 1994, PetSmart Charities, an independent 501(c)3 organization ,
has donated more than $39 million to animal welfare programs and, through its
in-store adoption programs, has saved the lives of more than two million pets.

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The certification of these new companies significantly expands
availability of "Certified Humane" eggs to consumers.
St. Parsippany Animal Supporters Society - Dedicated to the
improvement of animal welfare through education. - Committed to alleviating animal
suffering through proactive solutions to dog and cat
overpopulation.
Madison, NJ

10. Dog + Cat Shelter - Provides a shelter for unwanted and abandoned
animals.
Additionally, the mission of the Build-A-Bear Workshop Foundation is
to direct funds to children's health and wellness, literacy, the
preservation of endangered animals and their habitats, and the support
of local animal shelters. After the state-required holding period of 30 days, animals impacted
by the hurricane and flood will likely be evacuated out of Louisiana and
Mississippi to shelters in other states to relieve the overcrowding in the
southern shelters .

About PetSmart Charities
PetSmart Charities (http://www.org) creates and supports
programs that save the lives of homeless pets, raise awareness of companion
animal welfare issues , and promote healthy relationships between people and
pets.

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