Events

Feb- 2013 -

8 February

First dog signed up for Great North Dog Walk 2013

Ruben, a 17-week-old Hungarian Viszla, has become the first dog to sign up for this year’s Great North Dog Walk. Accompanying Ruben on the walk will be his family, made-up of dad, Simon, mum, Clare and two boys, Luke and Joel. Simon’s father Harry will also be joining in at…

7 February

Dates announced for London Pet Show 2013

This year’s London Pet Show will take place at Earls Court Two on 11 and 12 May. One of the UK’s largest pet showcases, the London Pet Show will this year feature dancing dogs, racing micro-pigs, rabbit show jumping and even skateboarding chickens. Some of the UK’s leading animal experts…

Jan- 2013 -

28 January

Vale of Glamorgan set for dog charity fun day

It has been announced that the South Wales Dog Charity Fun Day will be held at Fonmon Castle Show Ground in the Vale of Glamorgan on bank holiday Monday, 27 May 2013. Local and national dog rescue organisations and charities will be the beneficiaries of the event, which will see…

25 January

PATS Sandown visitors offered CPD points

Visitors to PATS Sandown will be able to earn Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points if they attend a special seminar by animal healthcare specialist Merial. The CPD points will go towards the on-going development of Suitably Qualified People (SQP) working in the pet industry. An SQP is registered with the…

17 January

Dodson & Horrell continues sponsorship of event at Blenheim Horse Trials

One of Europe’s leading suppliers of horse feed Dodson & Horrell will once more sponsor the Pony Club and Riding Club Eventer Challenge at Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials in 2013. For more than 10 years Dodson & Horrell has supported Blenheim Horse Trials in varying capacities, reflecting its continued…

8 January

Yorkshire fish food manufacturer nets business award

Yorkshire-based fish food company New Era Aquaculture has celebrated winning its first business award. The innovative manufacturer scooped the ‘Excellence in Overseas Trade’ award at the Doncaster Chamber of Commerce’s 2012 Business Awards after a stellar year of international trading. Only established in 2005, the company has grown from strength…

2 January

Royal Canin sponsors section at The Pet Show 2013

Pet food manufacturer Royal Canin has announced that it is sponsoring a section at the Pet Show 2013. Looking to attract 20,000 visitors from 20 and 21 July, the indoor and outdoor pet lovers’ show will be held at Stoneleigh Park in Warwickshire. Royal Canin has decided to sponsor the…

Dec- 2012 -

20 December

PATS Sandown now officially biggest ever

Organisers have announced that with three months to go before PATS Sandown opens its doors, all exhibitor stand space has been sold. Having attracted a record number of 141 exhibitors, more space has been allocated at Sandown Park – making it the biggest show ever, as was expected earlier in…

6 December

MORE TH>N named Best Pet Insurance Provider

Pet insurance broker MORE TH>N has been named ‘Best Pet Insurance Provider’ at the Personal Finance Awards. Hosted by The Money Pages, the winners were announced at a ceremony held in central London, and MORE TH>N took the accolade for the third year in a row as the awards reached…

5 December

Ceva announces Animal Welfare Awards nominations open

Ceva has announced the nominations open for its annual Animal Welfare Awards, which recognise individuals in the veterinary industry who go the extra mile to prevent and reduce welfare problems for animals. The organisation is seeking as many nominations as possible ahead of 15 February for candidates who go above…