Celebrities

Jul- 2017 -

24 July

Government admits need for tougher cruelty penalties

The Government has acknowledged that the current punishments for the most shocking animal cruelty offences are inadequate and now require “the full force of the law”. The Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, the Rt. Hon. Michael Gove MP, stated in the House of Commons on Thursday and…

Jun- 2017 -

30 June

Celebrity makes shock appearance at pet shop

A Somerset pet shop was shocked when celebrity, Nicholas Cage, entered their store earlier this week. The movie star, famous for acting in films such as Face/Off (1997), Con Air (1997) and National Treasure (2004), amongst others, made an impromptu visit to Not Just Pets. Cage posed for a picture with staff who later posted to Facebook…

20 June

Celebrity chef receives RSPCA award

Chef Jamie Oliver MBE has been awarded the RSPCA Richard Martin Gold Award as part of the charity’s Honours in recognition of his significant contribution to improving the welfare of farm animals and championing higher welfare food products. The RSPCA Gold, Silver and Bronze Honours – named after Richard Martin,…

5 June

Buggy Supercat becomes an ambassador

Bern Pet Foods, the exclusive importers and distributors of ORIJEN and ACANA pet foods, today announces that Buggy Supercat, made famous by his appearance on Channel 4’s Supervet, has become ORIJEN’s first ambassador. Colin Rodger, director at Bern Pet Foods, says: “Buggy is the perfect pet to represent our brand. He has…

May- 2017 -

3 May

Loose Women debate causes controversy

A debate on day-time TV show Loose Women has sparked debate amongst pet owners. Discussing the topic of pet obesity, the ladies considered whether it was the fault of the owner and whether it should be considered animal cruelty if a pet is overweight. Panellist Nadia Sawahla caused a twitter debate…

Mar- 2017 -

23 March

Celebrities visit new Bow Wow London Dog Grooming Salon

Bow Wow London Dog Grooming Salon enjoyed a celebrity-packed opening at 17 Little Russell Street, Central London on 22 March 2017. Amanda Holden and Maria Friedman attended the launch along with their four-legged friends, Buddy the Shichon (Shih Tzu and Bichon Frise cross) and Bingy the Shih Tzu. The new dog grooming…

21 March

Pet companies scoop up Lancashire’s Red Rose Awards

Group55 and Pets Choice have both been announced as winners at Lancashire’s recent Red Rose Awards. Pets Choice received the ‘Manufacturing Business Award’, while Group55 won the ‘International Achievement Award’. The Red Rose awards ceremony was held at Blackpool’s Winter Gardens on March 9. Group55’s international sales manager, Martin Breen, commented: “It…

Feb- 2017 -

16 February

Health conscious celebs show support for Pooch & Mutt

Ella Woodward, known as Deliciously Ella, and Jasmine Hemsley from Hemsley + Hemsley have both said they feed their dogs Pooch & Mutt. The two health and wellbeing celebrities said the brand supports their ethos that ‘good health starts with what we eat’ and that healthy living is for all. Ella…

Jul- 2016 -

13 July

Queen spent £675,000 on corgis, claims TotallyMoney.com

According to research by credit comparison site TotallyMoney.com, the Queen has spent over £675,000 on her corgis during her lifetime. TotallyMoney.com has released a cost calculator http://www.totallymoney.com/cost-of-pets/. It aims to help owners realistically estimate the amount they should put aside to spend on their pet throughout the furry companion’s lifespan. The company worked out that…

Jun- 2016 -

10 June

Paul O’Grady named the nation’s favourite dog owner

Paul O’Grady has knocked the Queen the top spot and been named as the nation’s favourite dog owner. The ‘For the Love of Dogs’ presenter came out top dog ahead of Her Majesty, chat show host Graham Norton and X Factor’s Simon Cowell. The poll by tails.com also found that a third of people…