How a devoted dog owner and racing champion became a voice for better pet nutrition and stronger support for families facing Alzheimer's
NEW YORK, June 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Farmer's Dog, the leader in real, human-grade dog food, today announced a new partnership with NASCAR Cup Series Champion Ryan Blaney, bringing together a shared commitment to showing up for the ones we love – from the dogs in our homes to families navigating Alzheimer's disease.
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