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Pets May Be Best to Help Singles Mingle on Valentine’s Day: Fun Tips from Wondercide

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Having a pet helps people connect. Women are more likely to swipe right on dating profiles that have dogs in them, pets can help warm up a conversation and more dog owners are considering taking dogs with them on dates.

AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Ahhhh. There’s love in the air with hearts and red roses everywhere, just in time for St. Valentine’s Day on February 14. It’s the day to recognize those we love and join almost 50 percent of people worldwide who plan to celebrate this year.1 But making a love match might not be so easy for everyone.

“The love we have for our pets and the unconditional love we get from them is profound,” says Wondercide CEO Brad Locke, “Wondercide was founded with one woman’s fierce love for her dog, Luna, so we’re all about this holiday that celebrates the bonds we share and the care we give to each other.”

Almost half of American singles say dating is harder now than it was 10 years ago. Dating sites and apps have made dating easier for them.4 So, when it comes to attracting a romantic match via an app or anywhere else, are there things that can make singles more likely to mingle?

The short answer is yes. Have a pet. According to a recent survey2 nearly 2/3 of women (71 percent) admitted that men with dogs in their dating profiles would be a better match and almost half (48 percent) of women said they would swipe right on men with cats. Having a pet suggests positive character traits like stability, authenticity and the ability to care for others.

“The love we have for our pets and the unconditional love we get from them is profound,” says Wondercide CEO Brad Locke, “Wondercide was founded with one woman’s fierce love for her dog, Luna, so we’re all about this holiday that celebrates the bonds we share and the care we give to each other.”

Valentine’s Day by the numbers for pet lovers:

Move over Fabio and make room for Fido as pet parents are expected to spend a record $2.14 Billion on gifts for pets this Valentine’s Day3.

With a peak in inflation, 7 in 10 people are looking for dates that are less expensive4. A hike, walk or trip to the park are inexpensive ways to get to know others without breaking the bank and are fido-friendly.

Dog dates are in for Valentine’s Day. For those who plan to go out on February 14, 25 percent of them are taking their dog with them.

Doggie date night:
Plan ahead for a pup party. Arrange a date for a local meet-up at a dog park or home for friends and/or kids on Valentine’s Day. Bake cookies, make homemade cards and play fun games. Many people are choosing to take pets on dates because dogs can help break the ice and create conversation to eliminate awkwardness. When introducing pets for the first time, be sure to introduce them at their own pace so they can get used to each other.

Send a bow wow. Feeling shy? Send an invitation from your pet to your crush’s pet. This can take the pressure off and invite more creative banter for fun.

Paws for a screen date. Not ready for an in-person date yet? Schedule a virtual date with a pet-meet on screen. Have a glass of wine or coffee online and chat with no strings attached.

Pass the sniff test. Get pets ready for mingling. Make sure pets are groomed and washed with Wondercide peppermint Flea & Tick Shampoo so they’re clean and smell good. After bathing, Skin Tonic can help soothe Sparky’s skin. Be sure to finish with a spritz of a fresh-scented flea-and-tick spray to ward off any uninvited guests. This one is made with essential oils and available in four fresh scents.

Dress to impress. Add a fresh peppermint dog collar that does double duty as an added layer of protection against ticks and fleas. Then, top off the look with a cute, themed bandana.

Primp my ride. Nothing is more impressive to a date than showing them you took the time to plan. Clean the car inside and out. Set up fluffy blankets and pet beds for the pooch partners in the backseat.

Make an impression. Turn on the charm. Start with a big hello and a smile. Bring the date flowers and the doggie can bring their date a gift too.

Leave loving memories. Good scents just make sense. Surprisingly, emotions don’t come from what we see or hear but by what we smell. Almost 75% of our daily emotions are evoked by scent5. And scents remain with us longer. People recall scents with 65 percent accuracy after a year. While images aren’t remembered as well with a 50% accuracy rate after only 3 months6. No one likes a stinky dog smell. That’s why Wondercide sprays come in four fresh scents from natural essential oils: peppermint, cedarwood, lemongrass and rosemary. Available for pets and home.

These essential oils were rated among the top 15 by Insider Monkey, not only for how good they smell, but for their “super powers.” Here’s cheers to celebrating, finding and sharing the love this season.

About Wondercide
As seen on Shark Tank, Wondercide is an Austin-based company that has protected 3 million families from bugs since 2009, and the ticker is still running! The company provides plant-powered, lab-proven solutions for those looking for alternatives to conventional pest control products and services. Wondercide’s pest protection lineup is safe around the whole family when used as directed and meets the same effectiveness standards required for conventional products, harnessing the power of nature to do the job.

As a Green America Gold Certified business for high standards in social and environmental impact, the company is woman-founded and driven by love to help you Protect Your Pack® – pets, family, homes, indoors and outdoors, and everything in between.

Products are available at Wondercide.com, Amazon, Chewy, and at select independen t and national retailers in the USA, including PetSmart, Pet Supplies Plus, and Petco.com. Affiliate available through Amazon and for Wondercide.com through Awin, TikTok, and Aspire.

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Varda Announces Third Mission Launch, the Company’s Second Launch this Year

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Varda aims to have a monthly launch and reentry cadence, developing a foundation layer for a thriving orbital economy

EL SEGUNDO, Calif., March 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Varda Space Industries, Inc., a microgravity-enabled life sciences and reentry company, today announced the successful launch of its third orbital processing and reentry capsule, W-3, just 15 days after the reentry of the company’s second mission, which landed in Australia on Feb. 27, 2025.

The W-3 vehicle, supported by a Rocket Lab-developed Pioneer satellite like its predecessors, lifted off aboard the Transporter-13 rideshare mission with SpaceX from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. 

W-3’s payload is an advanced navigation system called an Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) developed by the US Air Force and Innovative Scientific Solutions Incorporated (ISSI). This payload will be tested at reentry speeds it was designed to withstand but has never encountered before.

IMUs are electronics that can measure an object’s motion, orientation, and velocity. For example, everything from cars to wearable fitness trackers have similar devices to tell their computer the orientation and location without the aid of an external signal like a GPS, though commercial IMUs are notoriously inaccurate at high-speed conditions. Varda’s capsule can help test these devices for our government and commercial partners to advance research into high-hypersonic technologies.

“The need for robust, plug-and-play IMU technology is a growing capability area that will significantly advance the current state-of-the-art for domain awareness and control of future systems,” said Dr. Steve NeVille, senior scientist at ISSI. “The W-3 reentry flight test with Varda provides an exciting and unique proto-qualification platform to rapidly advance our IMU technology readiness level in a relevant reentry environment, which is the pinnacle of early development testing.”

Varda’s capsule reenters the Earth’s atmosphere at speeds exceeding Mach 25, a unique environment that offers researchers a chance to gather data for multiple applications, expanding the possibilities for the orbital economy and supporting US national security interests in low Earth orbit.

“Varda’s commercial dual-use reentry capability is a game-changer for enabling rapid technology maturation for future systems,” said Technical Lead for AFRL’s Prometheus reentry testbed program, Dr. Erin Vaughan. “Affordable, frequent reentry flight test opportunities support S&T development for early risk reduction studies, reducing cost and schedule for novel technologies.”

The W-3 capsule’s payload is funded through the Prometheus program, an initiative from AFRL in partnership with Varda. The program addresses a national security need to accelerate testing and modernization of high-hypersonic systems and reentry technologies through a low-cost, high-cadence commercial flight testbed.

“High-cadence, routine operations is our goal. We are working to make reentry as commonplace as launch,” said Varda Vice President for Mission Management, Brandi Sippel. “We are looking forward to the day when sending capsules into orbit and back to Earth is seen as routine.”

W-3 will spend a few weeks on orbit before reentering and landing safely at the Koonibba Test Range in South Australia, operated by Southern Launch. Varda’s second capsule, W-2, was Australia’s first-ever commercial land reentry.

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About Varda

Varda Space Industries is making reentry as common as launch. We are building the infrastructure for a thriving orbital economy, from in-orbit pharmaceutical processing to reliable and economical reentry capsules. The company operates out of El Segundo, California with office and industrial production space. Follow Varda on X (@vardaspace), Instagram (@vardaspaceindustries), and LinkedIn.

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Plumosity Launches Exclusive Discounts Page, Expands Savings with Upcoming Cash Back Program

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Shoppers can now access premium promo codes, with cash back rewards launching in Q3 2025

LOS ANGELES, March 15, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Plumosity is redefining savings for modern shoppers. With the launch of its highly anticipated Discounts Page, consumers can now unlock exclusive, hand-vetted promo codes and save up to 50% on top brands across home, beauty, technology, and wellness.

“With exclusive, hand-vetted promo codes and a game-changing cash back program on the way, Plumosity is transforming how modern shoppers save on premium brands.” — John Francis, Founder & CEO

“Shoppers shouldn’t have to waste time hunting for unreliable coupon codes,” said John Francis, Plumosity’s Founder & CEO. “Our team negotiates directly with top brands, ensuring our users get verified, high-value discounts. With our upcoming cash back program, we’re making savings even smarter.”

Exclusive Savings on Trusted Brands

Unlike traditional coupon sites that focus on quantity over quality, Plumosity partners directly with top brands to offer premium promo codes across multiple categories:

Tech & Digital: NordVPN, NordPass – 50% OFF SubscriptionHome & Living: Aroma360, Hotel Collection, Keego Blinds, Berkel, LUXE Bidet, LuxenHome, Lumary – Up to 20% OFFBeauty & Personal Care: PÜR, butter LONDON, COSMEDIX, RevAir, IT HAIRCARE – Up to 20% OFFHealth & Wellness: Gentlebands, Apollo Neuro, Medify Air, Botanic Choice, Enhanced Labs – Up to 25% OFFSpecialty: Olivieri 1882 – 10% OFF

View the full list of promo codes at https://www.plumosity.quest/discounts.

Cash Back Program Coming Q3 2025

Set to launch in Q3 2025, Plumosity’s cash back rewards program will allow users to earn real money back on qualifying purchases made through the platform. Whether buying home essentials, beauty products, or tech, shoppers will soon be able to stack discounts with cash back for even bigger savings.

“This is just the beginning,” Francis continued. “We’re creating a smarter shopping experience—one that combines immediate savings with long-term rewards.”

A Smarter Way to Shop

Plumosity integrates expert content, product recommendations, and savings opportunities, creating a streamlined experience where users can:

Read in-depth guides on home, wellness, and tech trendsAccess exclusive promo codes from premium brandsEarn cash back (coming Q3 2025) for additional savings

Beyond promo codes and savings, Shop Plumosity offers a curated selection of over 3,000 products across 16 key lifestyle categories, ensuring high-quality shopping experiences for modern consumers; these include:

Home & GardenBeauty & Self CareElectronics & TechnologyHealth & WellnessExercise & FitnessWomen’s Clothing & AccessoriesMen’s Clothing & AccessoriesChildren & FamilyArts & CraftsFood & BeverageFinance & InvestmentLuxury ItemsEducationInteresting Finds & Gifts

Explore the full collection at https://www.plumosity.quest/shop.

Start Saving Today

Start saving today at https://www.plumosity.quest/discounts. Sign up now to get exclusive early access to Plumosity’s cash back program before it launches in Q3 2025.

For the latest deals and brand partnerships, follow @Plumosity on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, X (Twitter), TikTok, and YouTube.

About Plumosity

Plumosity is the ultimate destination for modern living, combining expert content, curated shopping, and exclusive deals across home, technology, wellness, and style. Founded in 2023, Plumosity has rapidly become a trusted resource for consumers seeking quality products, authoritative information, and smarter ways to shop for everyday essentials and premium items alike.

Explore more at https://www.plumosity.quest.

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Prime Biome Warns Consumers About Unauthorized Sellers and Ensures Commitment to Product Authenticity

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NEW YORK, March 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The official brand behind Prime Biome, a product developed under Bioventra’s portfolio of advanced formulations, has issued a public advisory regarding unauthorized third-party resellers misrepresenting the product online. Reports indicate that unverified vendors online have been listing non-official versions of Prime Biome across various platforms, leading to confusion among consumers.

The official Prime Biome brand has been receiving complaints from individuals who unknowingly made purchases from unverified sources, later realizing discrepancies in packaging, labeling, and ingredient details. This has raised concerns about product authenticity and integrity, as the formulation was developed exclusively under Bioventra’s stringent quality standards.

In response to these growing Prime Biome concerns, the company has issued an official statement emphasizing the importance of ordering from the official verified source only to ensure authenticity and product safety.

Unverified Resellers Causing Widespread Confusion

In recent weeks, multiple consumer reports have highlighted the increasing prevalence of unauthorized sellers listing Prime Biome outside of the brand’s verified distribution channels. This industry has faced similar challenges, with third-party vendors presenting themselves as legitimate sources while listing products that may not reflect official formulations.

The official Prime Biome team has been actively monitoring unauthorized listings and is committed to raising awareness about the potential risks associated with purchasing Prime Biome from unknown third-party vendors.

While some unauthorized sellers may claim to offer genuine Prime Biome, discrepancies in packaging, ingredient details, and overall product presentation have raised concerns. Consumers have reported receiving products that appear different from official branding, while others have struggled with Prime Biome returns and refund processes due to unclear seller policies.

Customer Complaints Highlight Need for Greater Awareness

Consumer reports received by the official Prime Biome brand have included concerns such as:

Product inconsistencies – Customers noted that labeling, logo placement, or product descriptions did not match official representations.Ingredient discrepancies – Since Prime Biome contains a proprietary blend of probiotics and botanical extracts, there have been concerns about whether third-party listings contain the expected formula.Unclear storage conditions – Prime Biome consumers have questioned whether unauthorized sellers store and handle the product correctly, as dietary supplements require specific conditions to maintain quality.Limited customer support – Many individuals who purchased Prime Biome from non-official sources reported that customer service inquiries went unanswered, leaving them unable to seek refunds or verify authenticity.

A spokesperson for the Prime Biome line commented:

“We take product integrity seriously and are committed to ensuring that consumers receive only authentic formulations. Unfortunately, unauthorized sellers sometimes misrepresent products, leading to confusion. We encourage Prime Biome customers to remain vigilant when verifying sources.”

The Rise of Unauthorized Third-Party Sellers

Unauthorized supplement resellers have become a growing issue across various e-commerce platforms, social media marketplaces, and third-party retail websites. Many third-party Prime Biome sellers attempt to capitalize on consumer demand, sometimes offering deep discounts or listing products in ways that do not align with official brand communications.

This trend has led to several industry-wide concerns, including:

Unverified product origins – Some Prime Biome sellers source products through unauthorized means, making it difficult for consumers to determine where and how the product was handled before purchase.Potential product substitutions – Some third-party vendors list a product under the Prime Biome name but ship alternative formulations or lookalike substitutes instead.Misleading discount strategies – Some resellers attempt to lure in customers with extremely low prices, which can indicate unverified stock or repackaged items.

While Prime Biome‘s official brand is actively monitoring unauthorized sales, the company emphasizes that consumers should take proactive steps to avoid misleading listings.

How Consumers Can Identify Official Product Sources

Consumers can take several steps to avoid misleading third-party listings and ensure they are purchasing authentic products. It is important to examine product details carefully, checking for inconsistencies in labeling, packaging, or branding that may indicate a non-official version. Prime Biome Pricing should also be reviewed with caution, as significantly lower prices than usual may suggest an unauthorized seller. Verifying the legitimacy of the seller by researching whether they are recognized as an authorized distributor can help prevent confusion. Lastly, consumers are encouraged to confirm product details through official channels to ensure accuracy and authenticity.

Company Response & Consumer Safety Commitment

The official Prime Biome brand has reaffirmed its commitment to consumer safety, product integrity, and transparency. With the increase in unauthorized sales, the company remains focused on educating customers about product authenticity.

“We are committed to making sure that individuals who seek out Prime Biome receive the correct formulation as originally designed. By raising awareness about misleading third-party listings, we hope to prevent unnecessary confusion and ensure a positive customer experience,” the spokesperson added.

Additionally, the company is actively monitoring third-party sales channels and taking steps to minimize unauthorized Prime Biome product listings that could misrepresent the brand.

Final Advisory for Consumers

With misleading third-party listings continuing to appear across various online marketplaces, consumers are encouraged to be diligent in verifying sources before making a purchase. The official Prime Biome brand has issued this advisory to help prevent further confusion and misinformation.

For updates regarding product authenticity and verification measures, consumers can refer to official sources.

Contact:
Bioventra, Inc.
contact@bioventra.com 
(888) 514-1489

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