Current Affairs

Feb- 2017 -

20 February

1,000 chicks abandoned in a field

A sea of day-old chicks were left abandoned in a field in Cambridgeshire. Members of the public spotted about 1,000 chicks running around Crowland, near Peterborough last Friday. The RSPCA has launched an investigation into the incident. RSPCA inspector Justin Stubbs said: “I have never seen anything like it, it…

17 February

Animal shelter slams the rise in shock collars

Cheltenham Animal Shelter has slammed the use of shock collars having seen a recent surge in dogs wearing them or having worn them in the past. The shelter says ‘shock collars should never, ever be a part of your pets training’. The topic of shock collars is widely debated within the…

17 February

Americk Packaging shows commitment to pet sector

Pet companies with an interest in complete packaging solutions will be in luck at PATS Sandown in March 2017. Americk Packaging has announced plans to attend the trade show and showcase options for flexibles, labels and carton board packaging. Sales director Neil Riley commented. “This is our second PATs Show and…

17 February

Scruffs® showcases POS shelving at Spring Fair

Scruffs® reported a successful visit to Spring Fair 2017. The luxury pet-bedding specialist showcased two retail POS shelving schemes at the NEC-based event. The new shelving was used to exhibit Scruffs’® best-selling Thermal and Expedition ranges. It explained the benefits of the functional beds and was well received by existing and potential retailers.…

16 February

Dog receives national devotion award

A dog from Cardiff is the latest recipient of a prized devotion award from veterinary charity PDSA. Black Labrador, Bella, was nominated for her PDSA Commendation by owner Wayne Mayor (50), from Barry, for helping to alert others if he is about to have a life-threatening collapse. Wayne adopted Bella…

15 February

Naturo Pet Foods announces Crufts sponsorship

Wet dog food manufacturer, Naturo Pet Foods, has become an official supporter of the world’s largest dog show, Crufts. Naturo’s decision is part of a wider UK-wide marketing drive for the brand. It will also have a strong presence at a number of other dog shows throughout the year. The 2017…

15 February

New mobile vet practice solution launched

A mobile vet practice solution has launched into the industry. Pawsquad enables vets to easily set-up and manage their own mobile vet practice, taking control of their time and hours as an independent professional Pet owners can also use a dedicated 24/7 video conferencing and text service – providing them…

14 February

Butcher’s Pet Care turns thirty

Butcher’s Pet Care has reason to celebrate. 2017 marks the company’s thirtieth anniversary. The business has looked back at the major changes of the last three decades. British family company, Butcher’s has a background in farming and as butchers. Robin Hone commented: “In the 1980’s when we launched our first canned dog…

14 February

New government cyber security centre opens

A new cyber security centre has been officially opened by Her Majesty The Queen today. The government’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) will use the new London office as its operational nerve centre in a bid to stop the growing threat of online attacks. His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh…

14 February

Low footfall causes drop in Pets at Home shares

Pets at Home shares have fallen due to lower footfall. The pet superstore reported a like-for-like revenue growth however this was offset by their subdued sales over the Christmas period. HSBC downgraded the stock to ‘hold’ from ‘buy’ and lowered the target price to 230p from 290p after the company reported…