D.C.–based Barkly Pets was named as the winner of an innovation prize sponsored by Purina at the big pet industry trade show in Orlando this week.

According to an announcement about the award, the dog walking startup was one of five companies that pitched for the Pet Care Innovation Prize ahead of the Global Pet Expo. With the win, the company is picking up $10,000 and a booth at the conference.

“We have a very high burden of trust with our customers to let us into their homes and care for their loved ones while they are away, and being named the Pet Care Innovation Prize grand prize winner is a major validation of our mission and approach to business,” cofounder Chris Gonzalez said in a statement.

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