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24 June

Coronavirus diaries: Inspired Pet Nutrition

There is no doubt that we have been through unprecedented times in the last few months. Inspired Pet Nutrition (IPN) attended Crufts in early March with a skeleton crew and it was agreed that those who attended would isolate from the office for a week afterwards. In the following two…

22 June

Behavioural issues to expect from your dog as lockdown eases & how to manage the transition

As we look ahead to the continued easing of lockdown, and with many of us returning to the physical workspace and starting to socialise more, something that will likely be playing on the mind of dog owners in particular is ‘how will the changes impact my pet?’. Over the last…

18 June

Employers given 30 days to ‘confess’ to furlough abuses

Legislation is currently being fast-tracked to allow HMRC to reclaim any furlough money overpaid to employers, or not spent on wages as intended. Although we do not have the final version of the legislation, employers should start addressing their minds to the claims they have made to date as soon…

18 June

Coronavirus diaries: PetPlace

PetPlace has introduced cutting-edge social distancing and safety measures to ensure the wellbeing of its customers during the coronavirus pandemic. The retailer, which has sites across North Wales, is the first in the UK to install Record FlowControl at its Abergele store, a revolutionary automated system that only allows a…

16 June

How pet retailers and brands can learn and adapt after Covid-19

Monitor consumer behaviour and adapt accordingly It’s more important than ever to closely monitor consumer behaviour. As expected, there has been a massive shift to online retail, both with direct to consumer, and via retail sites, with consumers taking advantage of the ability to order and have it delivered direct…

12 June

How your pet business can get the most out of PPC marketing as consumer trends shift

As a business owner you’ll know that, in order to succeed, you need to be willing to adapt to shifts in consumer trends. This applies to everything from the products you stock to the way you choose to market your company. Everything from seasonality to current affairs can have a…

12 June

Keeping your dog mentally engaged following 10 weeks of lockdown

It’s no secret that the current lockdown has caused tremendous strain on the nation’s mental health as well as that of our furry friends so it’s even more crucial, that after ten weeks of lockdown, that you keep your dog physically and mentally engaged, particularly if you are shielding or…

10 June

How to prepare for a new pet

The arrival of a new pet is very exciting, but it can also be a daunting experience for new owners. Feeling this way is only natural: to help you feel more prepared, there are a few steps that can be taken. The first port of call is an introductory trip…

8 June

HMRC – our helpful friend in difficult times?

It is true to say HMRC are showing a fair amount of understanding in these difficult times. They have been asked to put together mechanisms to allow furlough payments and business grants to be claimed. However, it is not surprising that given the time frames the system has not been…

3 June

Seven ways pets can help with the emotions of lockdown

With the UK having gone into lockdown on 23 March 2020 – and no immediate sign of when life will return to some level of normality – many people across the country have found this has had an adverse effect on their emotions and mental health. Many British households are…