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Throughout the months of April and May, Southwire’s Project GIFT® partnered with Water Mission to host Walk for Water events across the company. More than 350 participants volunteered their time to be a part of the events this year, collecting more than $38,000 in support of Water Mission.

Walk for Water is a community event that raises awareness and funds for the global water crisis. At the event, participants walk a course that is roughly 2-3 miles, simulating the trek that many people around the world take to get drinking water each day.

According to the Water Mission website, two billion people around the world lack access to safe water. The non-profit was founded in 2001 with the goal of ending this crisis by bringing clean, fresh water to those in less fortunate circumstances.

“Walk for Water is one of my favorite events,” said Stefanie Anderson, senior giving back specialist at Southwire. “Water Mission’s goal is so important. Clean water is often something we all take for granted. I always bring my children so that they can learn about the world and know that they that they can have an impact, even if it is small steps.”

This spring, Southwire facilities in Bremen, Ind., Denton, Texas, Youngsville, N.C., the West Ga. region, Calgary and Toronto, Canada, and Honduras hosted walks in their communities. The Southwire Honduras team was joined at their event by members of Water Mission’s own Honduras-based team. 2025 marks the fourth year that Southwire sites participated in Walk for Water.

“Being a part of this event is something small and doable for our community, but the global impact that it has is tremendous,” said Candice Winters, director of people and culture at Southwire. “We are giving clean water—which is essential yet taken for granted—to communities that would not otherwise be able to have it. It is such a cool event for an amazing purpose and organization.”

Access to clean, safe water transforms lives. Worldwide, millions of people are forced to rely on polluted water sources, exposing them to severe health risks caused by waterborne diseases. Clean water is the first step in paving the way not just for health, but for education and economic growth while helping to break the cycle of poverty.

“It’s truly inspiring to see Southwire employees across so many locations unite with one purpose—to walk, raise awareness and help provide access to safe water,” said Heather Fleming, national walk program specialist for Water Mission. “Their commitment through Walk for Water is making a tangible difference, not just for individuals but for entire communities. Safe water means improved health, the opportunity for children to attend school and the ability for families to thrive. Southwire’s partnership is a powerful reminder that when we walk together, we bring lasting change to those who need it most.”

Project GIFT’s Walk for Water is made possible with the support of many community sponsors including West Georgia Technical College, CDT Construction, University of West Georgia, Medimpact, Heart Wood Products, Cintas, 3:16 Healthcare, RaLin, Tisinger Vance, Phoenix Wood Products and Gradick Communications.

To learn more about Southwire’s Giving Back activities and strategy, click here. For more Southwire news, visit www.southwire.com/newsroom.

AEG’s LA Kings teamed up with environmental nonprofit Grades of Green to revitalize green spaces at two schools in Inglewood, CA. The initiative sought to empower students through hands-on learning and environmental education as part of Grades of Green’s Adopt-A-School Garden Program.

On Wednesday, May 28, LA Kings employees along with volunteers from SoCalGas worked side by side with 60 students at Bennett-Kew Elementary School to transform the school’s garden into a vibrant learning environment. Before any digging took place, teams followed safety best practices by contacting 811 two business days prior to have underground utility lines marked. This important step helps prevents injuries, property damage, service disruptions, and costly fines. Throughout the day, volunteers dug, planted, and taught students about the importance of green infrastructure, how trees improve air quality, and how gardens contribute to community health.

Additionally, on Monday, June 2, LA Kings employees joined with volunteers from Farmacias Similares to revitalize a second campus garden at La Tijera K-8 School. The project kicked off with a speech from the school’s Principal Robbie Tate, who shared how the garden would serve as a vital outdoor classroom for students to explore science, sustainability, and career pathways in the environmental field. Students from grades K–8 then participated in digging, soil preparation, and vegetable and tree planting activities guided by environmental educators from Grades of Green.

“Our partnership with Grades of Green is about more than just planting gardens,” said Amanda Apel, Senior Director, Community Relations, LA Kings. “It’s about giving students a space to learn, grow, and connect with the environment. But it also gives our employees an opportunity to drive meaningful change in communities throughout Los Angeles. We’re proud to partner with organizations like Grades of Green, SoCalGas, and Farmacias Similares to make a lasting impact in our communities.”

“SoCalGas volunteers loved working alongside students of Bennett-Kew Elementary School with Grades of Green and the LA Kings to beautify their school and enrich their educational environment,” said Andy Carrasco, Vice President, Communications, Local Government and Community Affairs, SoCalGas. “It’s also an amazing moment for the students and community to learn about how to safely dig around schools, homes and businesses so that we can keep everyone safe – always call 811 before you dig.”

Grades of Green’s “Adopt-A-School” program helps create more green spaces for students and school community members to enjoy. This initiative not only provides a nurturing outdoor classroom that supports hands-on learning and career exploration in environmental sustainability and related fields but also give students the opportunity to learn about the many benefits of green spaces, including their positive impact on air quality, community health, and overall well-being.

From adhesives to laundry detergents to hand soaps to hair care, Henkel products are heavyweights in terms of performance. But these days, they are manufactured with less impact on the environment, thanks to ongoing efforts from employees at production sites across North America.

“Our manufacturing sites are key to Henkel’s goal to become climate positive by 2040. Our teams work tirelessly to identify new ways to conserve natural resources. Our employees want to work for a company that walks the talk on sustainability, and they are a big part of making that happen.”

Bjoern Jackisch, Henkel Adhesive Technologies Vice President of Operations & Supply Chain for the Americas region

In recognition of World Environment Day, celebrated annually on June 5, below are a handful of sustainability highlights from Henkel’s front lines.

Greenville, South Carolina

As part of Henkel’s NoWa (No Waste) initiative, the adhesives plant in Greenville, South Carolina, is saving 30,000 gallons of water and 56 tons of waste every year. Key to this success was the team’s approach using brainstorming and “waste walk” sessions eventually leading to process changes allowing for reuse of water for between-batch kettle cleans and the purges that occur when packaging begins. Additionally, the facility is transitioning to LED lighting and is using energy usage sensors, making Greenville a more energy efficient operation.

Salisbury, North Carolina

After taking a fresh look at water used in production, Henkel’s Salisbury adhesives plant updated processes to allow multiple use of caustic waste from cleanouts. Other conservation measures include eliminating flushes for compatible products, transitioning to larger mixers to reduce changeovers, and standardizing cleanouts.

Mentor, Ohio

The Mentor adhesives facility leveraged Renewable Gas Certificates (RGCs) to achieve full carbon neutrality, the first production facility in North America to reach this milestone. Organizations can purchase RGCs from renewable gas suppliers to offset the carbon emissions associated with their natural gas consumption. The Mentor team is also actively striving to implement operational efficiencies and energy-saving projects to lower the plant’s carbon footprint.

Bowling Green, Kentucky

Outside-the-box thinking helped the Bowling Green consumer brands facility achieve a 33% reduction in solid waste and significant cost savings. Previously, the plant paid to have cardboard waste recycled. Today, Bowling Green’s cardboard supplier buys back the plant’s scrap cardboard and uses it to recreate new cardboard that is resupplied to the plant.

Bay Point, California

Henkel’s Bay Point aerospace adhesive manufacturing plant significantly reduced water waste by replacing three outdated steam injection water heaters, which discharge water after one use, with efficient closed-loop systems, which recirculate water. Outside the facility, the Bay Point team replaced traditional green landscaping with drought-resistant plants and a drip irrigation system to save over 450,000 gallons of water annually and reduce maintenance costs.

Read more about Henkel North America’s efficient use of water at our North America operations facilities: Driving Sustainable Water Use in Operations

As these examples demonstrate, the teams at our production sites continue to bring Henkel’s spirit of innovation to resource conservation. Their willingness to challenge the status quo has made our site employees true pioneers in waste reduction.

Each year on World Ocean Day, observed globally on June 8, we are reminded of the urgent environmental challenges confronting our oceans – from rising sea levels projected to impact over 200 million people by 2100, to the accelerating degradation of marine ecosystems. These realities underscore the need for decisive, collaborative action to protect and restore ocean health.

“World Ocean Day highlights the importance of the ocean for life on Earth and the role each of us can play in helping create a healthy ocean,” states the World Ocean Day organization. “The ocean is our planet’s life support system – it regulates the climate, produces over half of the oxygen we breathe, powers the global economy, and as the world’s largest ecosystem, it sustains an incredible wealth of biodiversity.”

This year’s theme, Wonder: Sustaining What Sustains Us, reminds us of the critical importance of marine environments to our lives and livelihoods. With 90% of global trade transported by sea, healthy oceans are essential to global economic stability, the longevity of our coastal assets, and the resilience of our supply chains. 

This is where the opportunity lies – to lead with ocean-positive action and sustainable maritime practices.

Making a Positive Impact

At DP World, we are driving meaningful change through our Ocean Strategy, a blueprint for integrating ocean-positive practices into global trade. This initiative positions the company at the forefront of the Sustainable Blue Economy, where economic growth and environmental protection go hand in hand.

This year’s World Ocean Day aligns with the United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC), bringing together leaders across sectors to accelerate progress on UN Sustainable Development Goal 14: Life Below Water. DP World is proud to support this global agenda by translating sustainability commitments into measurable action.

From piloting ocean innovations like Living Seawalls at our sites – to increasingly restoring mangrove ecosystems worldwide – we’re taking action to regenerate marine ecosystems. In 2024, we launched a $100 million Blue Bond to finance sustainable port infrastructure, waste-management solutions and marine ecosystem restoration.

Ocean Stewardship in Action: Projects Across the Americas

DP World recognizes that safeguarding ocean health demands cross-sector cooperation and local engagement. Across the Americas, the company is advancing ocean conservation and water stewardship through science-based programs and community partnerships as part of its Our World, Our Future sustainability strategy. Some key programs include:

• Water Quality Monitoring in Canada: At the Port of Prince Rupert, DP World actively participates in the Marine Environmental Water Quality Program and Advisory Working Group. Together, these initiatives monitor critical indicators such as turbidity, nutrients, bacteria, metals, and hydrocarbons to assess the impact of maritime activity on water health.
• Green Marine Certifications in Canada: Late last year, we deepened our commitment to environmental stewardship by enrolling three terminals – Vancouver, Nanaimo, and Saint John – in the voluntary Green Marine environmental certification program. Green Marine addresses priority environmental issues including air emissions, greenhouse gases, spill prevention, waste management, and community relations.
• Mangrove Restoration in Ecuador: In Ecuador, DP World is restoring critical mangrove habitats, which serve as natural carbon sinks and protect coastal biodiversity. To date, the company has planted 250,000 seedlings across 105 hectares in El Morro and Isla Puná – capturing over 50,700 tons of CO₂. This effort contributes to the company’s global target of restoring at least 280 hectares of mangroves by 2030.
• Aquatic Fauna Monitoring in Brazil: At the Port of Santos, DP World leads a long-term Aquatic Fauna Monitoring Program to assess biodiversity and track the presence of invasive species and pollutants. Launched in 2023, this initiative reflects the company’s commitment to ecosystem health under its global sustainability framework, Our World, Our Future.

A Call to Collective Action

On this World Ocean Day, DP World reaffirms its commitment to protecting marine ecosystems as a foundation for sustainable global trade. Through educational programming, stakeholder collaboration, and nature-based solutions, we are investing in resilient, inclusive, and ocean-positive futures for all.

Explore how DP World is shaping a more sustainable global economy. 

Demand for improvements to the electric grid continues to increase, and utilities are looking for solutions to execute work quickly, accurately, and efficiently. In addition to employing large teams of engineering experts, utilities benefit by accessing tools that leverage digitization and automation. The end goal: capturing large amounts of data with precision and accuracy, processing the data efficiently, and generating high quality engineering products in a fraction of the time required by manual methods.

Innovations can lead to big gains for the utility and its stakeholders. For example, digital field data collection tools capture robust, error-free information in a single site visit. Likewise, tools that automate workflows and repetitive tasks generate engineering results faster and with increased quality and precision. Cloud-based technologies enable anytime, anywhere access to project data and documentation, promoting collaboration among engineers and project managers regardless of geographical location. And technical staff can be scaled up or down with ease in response to program needs. By driving efficiencies across all phases of design, modern tools help drive significant cost savings across large utility programs and accelerate the delivery of value to utility customers.

Leveraging digitization and automation in field data collection

Good design demands good data. Leidos utilizes an iOS-based field application that enables the digital capture of field data using an iPad^®. Field teams collect accurate, actionable information in a single trip to a field location. By eliminating the potential for multiple site visits and capturing more data with greater precision, Leidos’ digital process drives efficiency in field data collection which improves quality and constructability in the designs we provide to our utility customers. 

How does this work? The field app is pre-loaded with utility-specific standards and requirements, GIS data, and asset information that accelerates data collection. A quality checker module enforces instant validation of data. Once collected, data is transmitted in real time to a secure, cloud-based server, and automated processes populate hundreds of lines and fields of data in a spreadsheet in a matter of minutes, making it possible for design analysis to begin even before the field team has left the site. The digitized data is standardized for compatibility across multiple applications and is available for use by utilities for reporting, visualization, and analysis.

Automated engineering workflows

To be able to successfully support large-scale utility programs, Leidos automates repetitive and standardized tasks within the design workflow. By automating the repetitive tasks, Leidos engineers can focus their efforts on reviewing and refining design options resulting in higher quality solutions for the utility. For example, a customized design software tool walks engineers through the design process step-by-step and also provides built-in tutorials to educate the user during each design step. 

By using automated engineering workflows and tools as part of a standard utility pole replacement program, Leidos has reduced design time by an average of 25 percent. After importing, standardizing, and processing data from multiple sources, Leidos uses automated processes to model and evaluate the data and generate a digital twin of the recommended design. When the design is finalized, we again use automated processes to generate and package deliverables including construction drawings, permit drawings, clearance analyses, bill of materials, and customer specific deliverables.

Innovation in training accelerates program readiness

Behind every successful large infrastructure program are the people who make it happen. For utilities, engaging a partner that has the flexibility to rapidly deliver technical expertise when needed can help lower costs and optimize productivity. Leidos right-sizes its workforce to expand teams quickly. Innovative training tools and processes efficiently prepare new Leidos team members to fully integrate into a large program and quickly deliver value.
 
High-quality interactive training videos immerse new engineers in a variety of areas including distribution basics, framing, transformers, and program-specific standards, requirements, and design software, all while providing background and context about the utility customer and the goals of their program. Additional clarity on technical methods and requirements, workflow, and level of effort is provided by pairing a new engineer with an experienced engineer to work through design challenges. This strategy has enabled Leidos to reduce the time required to onboard high performing team members by approximately 50 percent. 

The end goal of any innovative, automated process or tool is to create efficiencies that reduce labor hours for repetitive and easily automated tasks, and ultimately reduce the total cost of ownership for a utility. By applying sophisticated approaches to automation, Leidos is helping utilities meet their immediate needs while also improving the accuracy, safety, and reliability of the electric grid.

At Marathon Petroleum, we use proactive measures to protect diverse plant and animal species and to preserve their natural habitats in areas where we operate. Our Operational Excellence Management System (OEMS) provides the procedural framework to account for the potential effects of our activities on ecosystems and prepare necessary mitigation procedures. Our formal Commitment to Biodiversity outlines our approach and practices. Governed by executive leadership and adopted companywide, it emphasizes that we seek first to avoid, then minimize or offset, impacts to biodiversity. We are mindful that operating within communities is a privilege, and we collaborate with tribal and local stakeholders, business partners, and applicable state and federal regulatory agencies, including but not limited to the U.S. EPA, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Bureau of Land Management and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. 

Protecting Biodiversity throughout the Asset Life Cycle 

Our policies and practices for siting, constructing, operating, maintaining and decommissioning assets are designed to protect the environmental quality of the habitats in and adjacent to our operational areas. These policies and practices are aligned with the International Finance Corporation’s Performance Standards on Environmental and Social Sustainability.¹ Throughout the asset life cycle, we seek first to avoid ecologically sensitive areas. When land disturbance is unavoidable, we use a variety of recognized best management practices and techniques to mitigate our impacts during the asset’s life cycle. In situations where complete restoration presents challenges, we offset impacts to sensitive areas in several ways, including purchasing through the funding of approved conservation mitigation banks or using other mechanisms to provide ongoing protection to similar ecologically sensitive properties. 

At each stage of the asset life cycle we: 

• Identify and engage impacted stakeholders to solicit feedback, which becomes part of our decision-making process.
• Conduct location-specific risk assessments as appropriate, including desk and field studies, to evaluate nature dependencies and impact to biodiversity, natural resources and land use.
• Determine mitigation and enhancement initiatives within the project by working with stakeholders, local biologists and other environmental specialists.
• Implement biodiversity management and mitigation plans and assess potential outcomes to drive toward achievement of the intended objectives. 

Read more in our most recent Sustainability Report. 

¹ International Finance Corporation’s Performance Standards on Environmental and Social Sustainability include: Performance Standard 1 − Assessment and Management of Environmental and Social Risks and Impacts; Performance Standard 3 − Resource Efficiency and Pollution Prevention; Performance Standard 4 − Community Health, Safety, and Security and Performance; Performance Standard 6 − Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Management of Living Natural Resources.

International Olympic Committee news

The Dakar 2026 Learning Academy, a new flagship legacy initiative designed to recruit and train over 400 young professionals in Games delivery, was officially launched on Wednesday. The inauguration ceremony was held as part of the seventh visit of the International Olympic Committee (IOC)’s Dakar 2026 Coordination Commission (CoCom) to Senegal. The training programme marks a key step in building local expertise ahead of the Youth Olympic Games (YOG) and ensuring a strong human legacy from the first Olympic sports event on African soil.

As part of the structured programme, participants receive 10 days of training delivered by the IOC, followed by five days of soft-skills development. Through interactive sessions and practical exercises, they gain essential knowledge in Games planning, sports and event operations, and functional area responsibilities. This equips them with the skills to support the Dakar 2026 Organising Committee (YOGOC), while helping to build long-term event delivery capacity across Senegal and the continent. Once their training is complete, participants will join the YOGOC, applying their skills directly to the coordination and delivery of the Youth Olympic Games.

In total, more than 400 young professionals will be trained through nine cohorts between now and September 2026. Over half of the Dakar 2026 workforce is expected to be composed of Learning Academy alumni, demonstrating the central role this initiative is playing in delivering the Games. The first cohort of 41 young professionals began their training in late April. They were selected from a pool of 1,800 applicants through a rigorous recruitment process.

During their visit, the Coordination Commission members observed the first cohort in training at the Learning Academy, where the participants’ enthusiasm and engagement were clearly on display. The delegation later joined the uplifting launch ceremony, which was marked by heartfelt messages, infectious enthusiasm and a strong sense of purpose from the participants. The initiative reflects the Organising Committee’s strong focus on people management and long-term legacy. It also supports broader efforts to embed youth empowerment at the heart of Dakar 2026.

IOC President-elect Kirsty Coventry congratulated the trainees and praised the impact of the initiative and the spirit of the first cohort.

“Next year, when we host the Youth Olympic Games, you are going to show the world what it is to be African, to feel African and to have that experience. You are ambassadors for the young generation of what the sporting movement can be, and the legacy the Youth Olympic Games can leave behind.”
– Kirsty Coventry, IOC President-elect

Humphrey Kayange, Chair of the Dakar 2026 Coordination Commission, said: “On behalf of the entire Commission, we’re truly excited and looking forward to engaging with you. We’re confident in your ability to deliver. Together, we will bring these Games to life and celebrate the Youth Olympic Games in a uniquely African way. I wish you all the best as you begin working across different functional areas in the coming weeks. We’re looking forward to your success and the success of the Games.”

Earlier during the CoCom meeting, Ibrahima Wade, General Coordinator of the YOGOC, emphasised the Academy’s role in preparing the next generation of event professionals: “At the Dakar 2026 Learning Academy, participants will receive appropriate support through tailored training modules and an environment where sport and Olympism will contribute to their professional development, based around the values of friendship, excellence and respect. These young recruits will go on to play an active role in delivering the first Youth Olympic Games in Africa.”

The Learning Academy is part of a broader suite of legacy initiatives led by the Organising Committee to ensure that Dakar 2026 leaves a lasting impact on young people across Senegal and the African continent. The YOG Dakar 2026 will take place for two weeks from 31 October, bringing together the world’s best young athletes up to the age of 17. The Games will be held across three host sites (Dakar, Diamniadio and Saly).

Originally published in GoDaddy’s 2024 Sustainability Report

Community Engagement

At GoDaddy, we’re dedicated to building and promoting a culture that celebrates community.

We strive to create a more successful workplace and a stronger, more connected global landscape throughout our industry. We take a human- centered approach to empower our employees and the communities in which we operate, including entrepreneurs we serve. Fostering meaningful connections and making a positive impact are key parts of our ethos.

Employee Volunteerism & Giving

GoDaddy’s Corporate Sustainability and ESG Team facilitates employee volunteerism as well as our corporate philanthropy and an employee donation match program to ensure our employees can get involved with and support community efforts and local nonprofit organizations.

All GoDaddy employees are eligible annually for 20 hours of paid time off to volunteer. We also offer each GoDaddy employee up to $1,500 annually as a one-to-one match on donations to eligible nonprofit organizations and/or $35 for every hour the employee volunteers with the organization. It’s our way of supporting the causes that matter most to our people and encouraging community engagement and thoughtful leadership across our teams. Some of our 2024 highlights include:

• $1.6 Million: Nearly $1.6 million donated through employees, volunteer rewards, corporate funds, and matching donations.
• 700: Donated to almost 700 nonprofits.
• 3,700: Nearly 3,700 hours volunteered.

INVESTING IN AN OPEN-SOURCE ECOSYSTEM

In December 2024, GoDaddy reinforced its commitment to open- source software innovation with a $520,000 donation to The WordPress Community Collective. This initiative supports the WordPress community by funding contributors who help sustain and grow the open-source ecosystem. GoDaddy’s investment reflects its belief in our customers’ right to access open-source tools that fuel creativity, empower digital entrepreneurs, and foster an inclusive web. Additionally, GoDaddy continues to enhance its Managed WordPress Hosting platform, giving developers greater control and performance to bring their ideas to life.

BRINGING TECHWOMEN TO GODADDY

In 2024, GoDaddy welcomed five inspiring women through the TechWomen program, a U.S. State Department initiative connecting technical women from Africa, Central and South Asia, the Middle East, and Europe with U.S. host companies each year. Over several weeks, these participants gained insights into U.S. tech operations while receiving mentorship from our team. As a we work to make opportunity more inclusive for all, GoDaddy is proud to participate in the U.S. State Department program to empower women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

To learn more, read our 2024 Sustainability Report.

About This Report

This GoDaddy 2024 Sustainability Report details our progress toward our corporate sustainability goals, strategies, and initiatives in support of our overarching corporate mission and values. Unless otherwise noted, this report reflects our corporate sustainability performance across our global operations covering the fiscal year period from January 1 to December 31, 2024. To demonstrate our commitment to transparent communication regarding our sustainability progress, we routinely share updates through our website and our annual Sustainability Report. We welcome your questions, comments, and feedback on this report by contacting ESG@GoDaddy.com.

This report references the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Standards, includes select Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) metrics for the Internet Media and Services sector, and the Task Force on Climate Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD). We also disclose our contributions and progress toward priority UN SDGs. For additional information on how we align with these frameworks and key indicators demonstrating our sustainability performance, please refer to the Frameworks & Metrics section.

• The first-of-its-kind report includes results from multiple surveys revealing just how badly dogs around the country are itching for relief.
• Data reveals that nearly 9 in 10 dogs in the U.S. are “itchy dogs” according to their pet owners, having experienced symptoms of itchiness at some point in the year.¹
• Allergy season makes itch worse, with 83% of pet owners saying that increased pollen levels affect their dog’s itch.¹
• Veterinarians are the most trusted ally in solving dogs’ itch, and the majority of veterinarians say that itchiness is the most frustrating issue they deal with.¹
• Leading veterinarians and canine dermatologists, including Drs. Joya Griffin, Andrew Rosenberg, and Tom Lewis, are pioneering the fight against itch, calling on other veterinarians to help America’s itchy dogs find cost-effective itch relief and long-lasting solutions.

GREENFIELD, Ind., June 6, 2025 /3BL/ – Elanco Animal Health Incorporated (NYSE: ELAN) today released a new report highlighting the significance of America’s Itchy Dogs and the impact itch has on dogs, their owners, and veterinarians. The first-of-its-kind report includes findings from multiple surveys of pet owners, as well as veterinarians, and reveals startling details on how badly dogs around the country are itching for relief and cost-effective, long-lasting solutions. With Zenrelia™ (ilunocitinib tablets) now widely available as a once-daily, cost-effective solution, veterinarians and dog owners have another option to help dogs get back to normal.

“There are more itchy dogs out there than you might realize,” said Dr. Jennifer Miller, veterinarian and canine dermatology expert at Elanco. “This report shows that nearly 9 in 10 U.S. dogs are ‘itchy dogs,’ according to their pet owners, experiencing symptoms of itchiness at any point throughout the year. Seasonal allergies make that worse, with more than 8 in 10 dog owners saying that their cities’ pollen levels affect their dogs’ itch levels. On average, pet owners say they’re spending $173 more and using two additional treatments to treat their dogs’ itch during allergy season; and they’re desperate for a simple, cost-effective solution.” ¹

Veterinarians and Dog Owners Alike Are Frustrated by Itch
Itching is one of the top reasons dogs are brought to the veterinarian, and it’s a frustrating issue for both dog owners and veterinarians alike.² The new report finds that itchy dog owners on average wait 6 weeks after their dog has started showing symptoms of itch to take them to the veterinarian.² Ninety percent of veterinarians say that itchy dog owners wait too long before bringing their dog, resulting in raw and infected skin and also an irritated dog owner who wants their dog to experience relief quickly.³ If a veterinarian can’t scratch that itch quickly, pet owners will find one who can. Nearly 8 in 10 itchy dog owners who have switched veterinarians report switching after 3 visits or less.² Switching veterinarians isn’t the only extreme circumstance that owners of itchy dogs are willing to take – about half of dog owners say having an itchy dog tests their resolve to have a dog at all. Some say they’d be willing to move to a new city if it was going to help their dog’s extreme itch.¹

The report shows that a majority of itchy dog owners crave simplicity and long-lasting relief. When it comes to treating an itchy dog, the majority of dog owners want to give one pill a day compared to multiple pills per day.² In 2024, 75% of dog owners said that they need more affordable options to stop their dogs’ itch. ¹

“These findings highlight the critical need for veterinarians to be an ally in the fight against itch and to deliver effective results by the second visit,” says Dr. Joya Griffin, veterinarian and board-certified dermatologist at Animal Dermatology Clinic in Louisville. “Itching doesn’t just affect the dog; it can have a significant impact on the whole family. Having the right tools is critical for alleviating the itch and discomfort both seasonally and year-around. I’ve recently started using Zenrelia in my clinic and have seen firsthand how this once-daily, cost-effective treatment can provide much needed relief during allergy season and for refractory patients who suffer year round.”

Dogs should be up to date on vaccinations prior to starting Zenrelia. It’s important to read the package insert, including the full Boxed Warning regarding concurrent vaccine administration, or speak with your veterinarian before use.

The data also revealed there are a lot of emotions tied to an itchy dog – 53%¹ of itchy dog owners report feeling judged by someone in their community for having an itchy dog and 75% feel hopeless when their veterinarian is unable to treat their itchy dog.¹

“As a veterinary dermatologist, I’ve seen the emotional toll having an itchy dog can take on pet owners. Many of my clients have invested significant time and resources on multiple treatment options that often times do not provide relief for their pet,” said Dr. Andrew Rosenberg, veterinarian and President of the American College of Veterinary Dermatology (AVCD). “Now with Zenrelia, I have another great tool in my treatment toolbox that allows me to prescribe a simple, cost-effective solution that provides the relief both dogs and their owners have been craving.”

After finding successful treatment for itchy dogs, veterinarians and pet owners have a stronger bond than ever. In fact, 84% of veterinarians say that dog owners are more likely to visit for other issues with their dog and 70% of dog owners refer other dog owners to their office.³

“I’ve seen how helping the dog find zen also increases the bond with my clients,” said Dr. Tom Lewis, veterinarian and board-certified dermatologist at Dermatology Animals in Gilbert. “Often times, by the time the dog owner gets to me, they’re just as frustrated as the dog is. Now, I know I have a treatment option that I can try that gets both dogs and their owners back to zen; that’s why I’m encouraging other veterinarians to join us in becoming allies against itch.”

The Highest Human Allergy Cities Have More Itchy Dogs
For dog owners and veterinarians who live in the highest human allergy cities in the country, they may be seeing more itchy dogs.^1,4 In fact, 85% of dogs in the Allergy and Asthma Foundation’s top U.S. allergy capitals experience itch during allergy season, compared to 79% of all U.S. dogs.¹ 

The deep dive into these cities, also appropriately called “America’s Itchiest Cities,” highlights some unique differences in each city and state. For example:¹

• Wichita, KS itchy dog owners are more likely than U.S. dog owners to feel financially burdened when they have to go to a veterinarian to treat their itchy dog.
• New Orleans, LA has the itchiest dogs year-round.
• Oklahoma City, OK itchy dog owners are on the hunt for the best treatment.
• Tulsa, OK itchy dog owners feel the financial strain of trying different treatments more than U.S. dog owners in general.
• Memphis, TN itchy dog owners are doing the most and spending the most, spending a whopping $548 year-round to treat their dogs’ itchiness compared to $302 for U.S. dog owners.
• Little Rock, AR itchy dog owners report fewer visits to their veterinarian but have tried just as many treatments.
• Raleigh, NC itchy dog owners are the least judgmental of itchiness.
• Richmond, VA itchy dog owners are going above and beyond, more likely to seek out a specialist.
• Greenville, SC itchy dog owners are the most likely to feel compassionate when it comes to itch.
• Greensboro, NC itchy dogs feel the itch even longer with an extended allergy season.

Dr. Emily Roberson, veterinarian at Animal Hospital of East Davie just outside of Greensboro, NC, says that she’s seen a number of itchy dogs this year and has been relieved to have another treatment option. “Here in North Carolina, we’re right in the thick of allergy season, and my clinic has seen an influx of itchy dogs. It’s truly heartbreaking to see these pets so uncomfortable. That’s why I’m thrilled to have Zenrelia as a treatment option to offer these itchy dogs, and their owners, much-needed comfort.”

For additional information, resources, and to learn more about America’s Itchy Dogs visit www.ItchyDogs.com.

*Drs. Griffin, Rosenberg, and Lewis are consultants for Elanco Animal Health.

ABOUT ELANCO
Elanco Animal Health Incorporated (NYSE: ELAN) is a global leader in animal health dedicated to innovating and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets, creating value for farmers, pet owners, veterinarians, stakeholders and society as a whole. With 70 years of animal health heritage, we are committed to breaking boundaries and going beyond to help our customers improve the health of animals in their care, while also making a meaningful impact on our local and global communities. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life and our Elanco Healthy Purpose™ sustainability pillars – all to advance the health of animals, people, the planet and our enterprise. Learn more at www.elanco.com. 

INDICATIONS
Zenrelia is a prescription medication used to control itching and inflammation associated with skin allergies for dogs over 12 months of age. 

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
See package insert including the Boxed Warning. For full prescribing information speak with your veterinarian, call 1 888 545 5973 or visit www.elancolabels.com/us/zenrelia. 

WARNING: VACCINE-INDUCED DISEASE AND INADEQUATE IMMUNE RESPONSE TO VACCINES. Based on results of the vaccine response study, dogs receiving Zenrelia are at risk of fatal vaccine-induced disease from modified live virus vaccines and inadequate immune response to any vaccine. Discontinue Zenrelia for at least 28 days to 3 months prior to vaccination and withhold Zenrelia for at least 28 days after vaccination. Dogs should be up to date on vaccinations prior to starting Zenrelia. Do not use in dogs less than 12 months old or dogs with a serious infection. Dogs should be monitored for the development of infections because Zenrelia may increase the chances of developing an infection. Neoplastic conditions (benign and malignant) were observed during clinical studies. The most common side effects were vomiting, diarrhea and tiredness. Zenrelia has not been tested in dogs used for breeding, pregnant, or lactating dogs and has not been evaluated in combination with glucocorticoids, cyclosporine, or other immune suppressive drugs. 

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Published by Action Against Hunger.

By Ahmed Issak Hussein

In Wajid, Somalia, a town gripped by drought, the rhythmic clatter of newly installed handpumps signals hope. For the families in Wajid’s Tawakal Internal Displacement Camp, water scarcity has long been a challenge, affecting not just hydration but also livelihoods and daily survival.

Life in Tawakal has always been defined by the struggle for water. Owliya Ibrahim Riinow, a mother of five, experienced this hardship firsthand. Forced to flee her village 18 miles away, she and her children settled into a makeshift shelter. Each day was a struggle for water. Owliya would walk a half mile to the nearest semi-saline well—an unsafe journey—only to return with contaminated water, and too little of it.

“The water we used was not always clean, and never enough for cooking, cleaning, or bathing,” Owliya shares.

Now, there is a glimmer of hope in Wajid with support from Action Against Hunger and funding from the German Federal Foreign Office (GFFO) to improve water access. Four shallow wells, were deepened over 6 feet to ensure a higher yield and hand pumps were added, drastically improving the availability and quality of water.

The impact was immediate and profound. Owliya’s neighborhood, once deprived of clean water, now has a reliable source that serves over 295 households. The shallow well that used to run dry during the harsh dry seasons now provides clean, protected water year-round.

“We are blessed,” says Owliya. “The well is just a short walk away, and the water is safe for my children. Now, we can focus on other important things in our lives.”

For Owliya and the women of Tawakal, the well is more than just a source of water; it has become a hub for the community, a place where women gather, share stories, and support one another.

Beyond access to clean water, Action Against Hunger has also provided hygiene kits containing water treatment tablets, soap, and sanitary pads so families can maintain better hygiene. The risk of waterborne diseases is also significantly reduced through these sanitation measures.

For communities like Tawakal, the rehabilitation of these wells has an impact that goes far beyond a mere infrastructural improvement—it is a turning point, a shift from survival to the possibility of thriving. With clean water now within reach, families can shift their focus to building their lives by pursuing education for their children, securing their livelihoods, and planning for a more stable future.

“I pray this support continues,” says Owliya gratefully. “And I hope other communities facing similar struggles will receive the same help. Now, for the first time in a long while, we feel like we can live with some peace.”

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Action Against Hunger leads the global movement to end hunger. As a nonprofit that works across over 55 countries, our 8,900 dedicated staff members partner with communities to address the root causes of hunger, including climate change, conflict, inequity, and emergencies. Action Against Hunger works in 28 districts across Somalia. In 2023, our teams repaired over 50 clean water points and our water, sanitation, and hygiene programs benefited 219,000 people. We also lead the Building Resilient Communities in Somalia consortium, ensuring communities in disaster-prone rural Somalia have sufficient social, financial, and environmental assets to cope with shocks and adapt to the effects of climate change. We strive to create a world free from hunger, for everyone, for good.