Business

Tuesday, 23 March 2021, 11:56

K9 Nation and Waggel reveal partnership deal

K9 Nation, an online community for dog owners and dog-friendly businesses, and Waggel, a new dog insurance provider, have announced a new partnership that will see them work together to support each other’s communities and “modernise” the dog industry. As well as providing educational information and content, the brands plan…

Monday, 22 March 2021, 16:43

A dive into doggy day cares

Bruce Casalis, founder of Bruce’s Doggy Day Care has been in the industry for over 13 years, caring for the individual needs of every dog that visits one of his centres. He first started out by walking dogs in the park and after seeing the demand for a registered professional,…

Thursday, 18 March 2021, 12:58

Pet Protect partners with PitPat

Pet Protect has announced that it will be partnering with PitPat, the UK’s leading dog activity monitor, as pet product insurance policies will now include a PitPat dog activity monitor to measure the health of policyholder’s pets. The pet insurer has previously teamed up with PitPat on a number of…

Tuesday, 16 March 2021, 9:29

JML appoints two new directors to board

JML has announced the appointment of Susan Aubrey-Cound and Simon Hathway as new non-executive directors of its board. The retail group, which owns brands such as Doktor Power, Walkmaxx, Chillmax, and Phoenix Gold, has promoted Kevin Dickens to the position of group marketing director as part of its growth plans.…

Monday, 15 March 2021, 11:32

Sainsbury’s Bank launches insurance for rabbits

Sainsbury’s Bank has announced the launch of a new brand of pet insurance which exclusively covers rabbits. The new insurance policy will offer comprehensive lifetime cover, 24/7 vet assistance and a discount for Nectar members. The bank’s venture into insurance for rabbits has been done to capitalise on them being…

Tuesday, 9 March 2021, 12:08

IVC Evidensia acquires PawSquad

IVC Evidensia has announced its acquisition of PawSquad, the telemedicine provider for vets. The European veterinary group purchased the company, which operates in 12 countries, for an undisclosed sum. PawSquad clients include many customers in the pet care industry, including Direct Line Insurance, and charities, such as the People’s Dispensary…

Tuesday, 9 March 2021, 12:01

Training providers sought for grooming services

An influx in people looking to become dog groomers has led to national shortage in training providers, according to the iPET Network. The group, which provides tailored qualifications for animal services, including dog grooming, says it is now looking to take on more training providers in the coming months to…

Monday, 8 March 2021, 14:16

Four Paws Groom School expands business

Four Paws Groom School has announced a new site is set to be launched afterShropshire Council’s planning committee approved plans for a new site. The latest grooming academy will be housed on the site of the former HSBC Bank in Cheshire Street, Market Drayton. Four Paws Groom School, which offers…

Thursday, 4 March 2021, 12:42

Bought By Many raises over £16k for charity

Bought By Many, a pet insurance provider, has announced it has raised a total of £16,875 for charity as part of its ‘Step Into 2021’ challenge. The step-based challenge was initiated during the third lockdown on 15 January 2021 and ran until the 14th of February, encouraging the group’s team…

Tuesday, 2 March 2021, 14:48

PCS joins with VetPartners

Pet Cremation Services (PCS) has announced it has joined VetPartners-the York based veterinary group. Based in Guilsborough, Northamptonshire, PCS has a national network of pet crematoria, providing a cremation service for the clients of UK veterinary practices. The group also delivers bereavement training for veterinary professionals through its company, Compassion…