Current Affairs

Pet food company invests in new team members

Natures Menu has made several appointments to its marketing and sales teams in a bid to further develop the company. Nick Munby has joined the company as marketing manager with Tracy Martin coming on board as the company’s e- commerce and digital manager. Luke Petipher and Lilianna Mazzocchi have joined the…

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PIF announces new dog walker code

The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) has today announced details of a new code of practice for professional dog walkers which has been developed in collaboration with Dogs Trust and RSPCA. Professional dog walking is becoming an increasingly common service due to the changing habits of the general population and a…

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RCVS launches programme to encourage veterinary innovation

At its inaugural Innovation Symposium held in London on Wednesday 20 September 2017, the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) launched ViVet, an ambitious and wide-ranging programme designed to ensure veterinary professionals are at the forefront of innovation in the animal health sector. ViVet was inspired by Vet Futures, the…

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Get your nominations in for the 2018 Animal Charity Awards

Petplan has announced that nominations for the annual Petplan and ADCH Animal Charity Awards are now open. The Awards celebrate the exceptional work of animal charities and not-for-profit organisations across the UK, providing an opportunity to recognise the dedication and commitment of both individuals and teams. Petplan has worked closely with…

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BETA Conference set to ‘make a difference’

This year’s BETA Conference, set to take place at the Woodland Grange Hotel, near Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, on Monday 30 October has the theme: ‘Making a Difference’. Specially selected speakers will provide thought-provoking and informative presentations on a wide range of topics for delegates attending from across the equestrian industry.…

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New campaign launched for health and wellbeing of small businesses

The health and wellbeing of small business owners, the self-employed, and indeed the staff of small employers are at the heart of a new campaign launched by The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) today. The new drive from FSB will help its members – and the wider 5.5 million-strong small…

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Ceva sponsors veterinary practice CPD meeting

Ceva Animal Health is sponsoring the APBC (Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors) one-day CPD meeting on ‘Behaviour essentials for veterinary practices: effective strategies to support your canine clients throughout their lifetimes, from pups to pensioners’. Taking place on Wednesday 25 October at the Holiday Inn in Coventry, the informative meeting will…

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Pets provide comfort and company for owners

New research released today finds that a large number of pet owners are going out of their way to do things for their animals as they turn to them for comfort and company amid the stresses and strains of modern life. Almost half of those surveyed (47 percent) allow their…

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New conference tells independent retailers to stay competitive

On 25 September 2017, nationwide movement SaveTheHighStreet.org will host the first High Street Conference. The event aims to unite independent businesses and encourage them to stay competitive in years to come. The Conference is free for independent retailers from anywhere in the UK, and it is being held at The Theatre RACC in…

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Just For Pets set to go into administration

A UK based pet chain with 25 stores is to be placed into administration. The information was released in an update made by Just for Pets’ owner, Wynnstay. The predominantly Midlands-based stores announced that changes in consumer buying habits, greater costs and new sources of competition have led to losses.…

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