Current Affairs

Pet abduction to be made new criminal offence 

The government is set to introduce a new criminal offence for pet abduction amid a crack down on pet theft, after there was a reported rise in pets being stolen during the pandemic.  The new law will “recognise the welfare of animals and that pets are valued as more than…

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Applaws dry cat food recalled over health fears

Applaws has announced the recall of some of its dry cat food ranges, manufactured by Fold Hill Foods Ltd, over fears it could be related to a spike in cats presenting with the symptoms of pancytopenia.  The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) is currently working alongside the manufacturer to understand a…

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Nottinghamshire police becomes first force to appoint dog theft lead

Nottinghamshire Police has become the first force in the country to appoint a dedicated dog theft lead.  Chief inspector Amy Styles-Jones has been appointed as dog theft lead in Nottinghamshire Police, while chief constable Craig Guildford said the move to introduce the specialist officer should “send a clear message that…

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OATA urges government to resolve animal importation issues

The Ornamental Aquatic Trade Association (OATA) has urged the government to resolve problems surrounding the importation of livestock animal by-products and plants, into the UK, Europe and the rest of the world.  In a letter penned by the chief executive of the OATA Dominic Whitmee he stated that businesses throughout…

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BBC defends dog grooming show

The BBC has come out in defence of Pooch Perfect, its new dog competition reality show hosted by actress Sheridan Smith. The broadcaster’s latest output has come under fire from viewers for setting a “bad example” for dog owners. In a statement, the BBC said: “Grooming is a healthy and…

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British retailers suffer worst year on record, BRC reveals

British retailers suffered one of the worst years on record for sales growth, a new study by KPMG and BRC reveals.  According to the pair’s ‘retail monitor’, total sales declined 0.3% compared with 2019. Sales on non-food items such as clothing also witnessed a 5.0% dip, due to national lockdowns…

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PetQuip launches guidance following Brexit trade deal

Following the announcement of the UK-EU Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA), which has been reached following discussions between the UK and the EU, PetQuip organisers have launched a guidance initiative to help UK companies “navigate their way” around new trading rules. The association, alongside Gardenex and the Commercial Horticultural Association…

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Support Animals and Air Travel: What’s Changing in 2021

At the beginning of December 2020, the DOT confirmed that in just a few months, they’ll be updating the requirements for support animals that travel by air. The current requirements allow emotional support animals (ESAs) to board the plane along with their owners, but starting in early 2021, owners will…

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Government outlines post-Brexit pet travel rules

Pet owners have been asked to check the latest government advice about travelling between the UK and EU with their pets after 1 January 2021.  The government said it has worked alongside the European Commission to ensure that pet travel can continue between Great Britain, Northern Ireland and the EU…

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PetQuip webinar delivers advice for UK exporters ahead of Brexit

A webinar for UK exporters has been organised by PetQuip, Gardenex and  the Commercial Horticultural Association in a bid to provide “invaluable” insight into how they should be preparing for the end of the Brexit transition period.  The webinar reportedly gave companies the latest information on the steps that exporters…

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