Events

Mar- 2013 -

28 March

Pet first aid training course launches

Wallace Cameron Training Division has announced the launch of its new pet first aid training course. Going national on 12 April, the new course will enable dog owners, groomers, trainers, sitters and walkers to gain the knowledge needed to recognise and deal with pet emergencies. The course will cover a…

28 March

Suffolk Dog Day announced for 2013

The sixth annual Suffolk Dog Day will return to Helmingham Hall on 28 July. More than 7,500 people are expected to visit the show, features of which include classes compered by former Blue Peter presenter Peter Purves; a performance from the Essex Dog Display Team; and a sheep dog display.…

27 March

Search for retail’s ‘rising stars’ underway

Entries are now open for the National Skills Academy for Retail Rising Stars Awards 2013. Organised by Retail Week and sponsored by the National Skills Academy for Retail, the Rising Stars Awards recognises emerging talent in the retail sector. Retailers across the country are encouraged to nominate staff members who…

22 March

PATS Sandown attracts record number of visitors

A record number of visitors were in attendance at this year’s PATS Sandown to make it the biggest and busiest in the event’s five-year history. In total, 1,847 retailers visited the show – an increase of 8 per cent on the number who attended PATS Sandown in 2012 and 34…

22 March

Veterinary marketing award for Lintbells executive

Lintbells marketing executive Anna Prest has been named Young Marketeer of 2012 at the Veterinary Marketing Association Awards. Prest, who has been with the company for less than one year, was nominated for the prize for her part in numerous marketing activities. The Young Marketeer award is open to marketing…

22 March

Wagging Tails lands Franchise Marketing Award

Wagging Tails won the Best Franchisee Marketing Support prize at the recent 2013 Franchise Marketing Awards. This latest accolade continues a successful start to 2013 for Wagging Tails, during which time it has received a re-tweet from Theo Paphitis as part of his #SBS initiative and seen its website win…

18 March

Nationwide Easter egg hunt planned to tackle declining footfall

Fifty-six UK towns will launch the ‘Enjoy an Independent Easter’ campaign on 23 March in a bid to encourage more shoppers into town centres. Over 1,100 retailers will participate in the event, created by ‘retail champion’ Clare Rayner to reward consumers for taking the time to visit their local, independent…

14 March

Byotrol Pet Care named as rising star at Greater China Awards

Byotrol was named as runner up in the Rising Stars category at the recent UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) Greater China Awards. Held at the Lowry Theatre in Salford, the awards were presented by Chinese consul general Pan Yundong and Ana Gibson of Finnair, which was supporting the awards for…

14 March

Dogs Trust calls for award nominations

Dogs Trust has called upon dog-lovers across the UK to nominate their “hairy heroes” for its sixth annual Dogs Trust Honours awards ceremony this summer. The Dogs Trust Honours aims to celebrate the difference dogs make to people’s lives at an awards ceremony recognising heart-warming stories of devotion and courage.…

13 March

Researchers awarded at Crufts

Three innovative researchers were presented with International Canine Health Awards at Crufts for their impact on the health and well-being of dogs worldwide. Dr Elaine Ostrander, Dr Gustavo Aguirre and Emily Milodovski, who won the Lifetime Achievement Award, International Prize in Canine Health and Student Inspiration Award respectively, were nominated…