Events

PATS Sandown sets its sights on new exhibitors

PATS Sandown will play host to new and international exhibitors as well as the industry’s big-name brands, all of which will be showcasing their 2017 launches over two action packed days on March 21-22. An impressive number of suppliers and manufacturers are appearing at the Sandown Park venue in Surrey for…

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Tinsel and Tails Christmas fundraiser tickets still available

Tickets for Tinsel and Tails Christmas fundraiser are still available for next week. Join the Mayhew Animal Home at The Grand Connaught Rooms this Christmas to look back on the year and support the charity. Dogs are also welcome to attend with some prizes and treats up for grabs for both you and…

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PetQuip helps Brits make a splash at international trade shows

The PetQuip trade association has put in a bid for Government cash grants. The money will benefit British firms exhibiting at the Zoomark International pet trade show in Bologna in 2017. The association has also booked a prime stand location for the British pavilion at another major pet trade show,…

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Natures Menu becomes official sponsor of Crufts

Natures Menu has become an official sponsor of Crufts. Having had huge success as an exhibitor at the world’s largest dog show over the past two years, Natures Menu has committed to a long term agreement with the Kennel Club to become an Official Sponsor of Crufts and will have a…

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Pet retailer ‘highly commended’ for customer service

Family owned retailer Pets Corner has been ‘highly commended’ for its customer service. The company was nominated for the KPMG Customer Focus award category at the 2016 Lloyds Bank National Business Awards. The award ceremony and gala dinner were held at the Grosvenor House Hotel in London. The award recognises those constantly striving to…

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PIF reveals 2016 award winners

Companies throughout the pet industry are celebrating after scooping up awards. The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) named its 2016 winners on November 1, at Wokefield Park Hotel near Reading. Actor and comedian, Chris Barrie, presented the event which was organised by the PIF. Hundreds of pet industry professionals attended. The…

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House and Jackson gains Veterinary Hospital Status

The equine and small animal practices at House and Jackson in Essex have been awarded prestigious Hospital Status by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons. The practices held an official opening ceremony to mark the occasion. Local dignitaries and many clients and friends of the practice attended the reception and ribbon cutting…

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Black cats take 22 percent longer to find owners, says charity

Gingers and tabbies are seen as more fun than black cats, reveals a new survey from Cats Protection. The survey of 1005 people was carried out on behalf of the charity in October 2016. Results have been released ahead of National Black Cat Day, which takes place on October 27, 2016.…

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RCVS holds inaugural Fellowship Day

The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) held its inaugural Fellowship Day to welcome dozens of the Fellows to the scheme and to celebrate the new Fellowship initiative launched earlier this year. The event was held at The Royal Institution in London and saw 29 of the 44 new Fellows…

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SureFeed® Sealed Pet Bowl ‘highly commended’ at awards event

SureFlap® has been ‘highly commended’ in the Product Innovation of the Year category at the PetQuip Awards. The multi award-winning pet product specialist gained recognition for its innovative pet feeder, the SureFeed® Sealed Pet Bowl. The company was presented with the award at a special party for the pet industry on the first…

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