Industry News
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Aug- 2023 -2 August
Jollyes to open new store in Merthyr Tydfil
Jollyes has announced that it will be opening its newest store in Merthyr Tydfil on Saturday 12 August. The store, Jollyes 93rd in the UK and fourth in Wales, will be a flagship location for the pet retailer. It will be one of the first in the UK to get…
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2 August
Solihull College to invest £600k in new pet grooming and training facility
Solihull College and University Centre has announced its plans to invest £600k in a new pet grooming and training facility ahead of the launch of the new T-Level in Animal Care and Management. Over half a million pounds is being invested overall in the Animal Welfare facilities at Solihull College…
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1 August
Dorwest launches BrainCopa to support pets with cognitive issues
Dorwest Herbs has announced the launch of a new cognitive support supplement BrainCopa. BrainCopa promotes normal brain and mental function which can be especially important for elderly dogs. Ingredients include Bacopa monnieri, DHA powder, lemon balm, Ginkgo bulba and vitamin E. In a trial for the product Dorwest found that…
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1 August
Pet Hamper opens first in-person store in Preston
Pet Hamper, the luxury pet retailer, has opened its first in-person store in Clifton Fields, Preston, following the success of its online business. Pet Hamper is run by Emily Benson and Mark Jackson, who first launched the business during the pandemic after the pair found themselves unable to find a…
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Jul- 2023 -31 July
Wolverhampton PDSA Pet Hospital celebrates 30 years of service
Wolverhampton PDSA Pet Hospital is celebrating its 30th anniversary. The Pet Hospital on Tuxford Close (off Hilton Street) first opened its doors to pet patients in August 1993, replacing the old Broad Street site where the charity spent almost 25 years. Since then it has treated hundreds of thousands of…
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31 July
Washington Vets for Pets unveils expansion
Vets for Pets in Washington, Tyne and Wear, has unveiled a new refresh and expansion as part of the Pets at Home rebrand. The refurbishment has provided the practice with a new extended dog and cat ward with additional kennels, a new operating theatre, and a brand-new team area with…
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28 July
Ofgem publishes energy reform proposals to help businesses
Energy regulator Ofgem has announced a number of reform proposals to improve the standards of customer service for businesses. The new proposals are a result of a consultation with stakeholders over the non-domestic energy market which found that small businesses do not always get the right customer service. The consultation…
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28 July
VetPartners acquires Isabelle Vets
VetPartners has announced the acquisition of Guernsey’s oldest veterinary practice, Isabelle Vets. Isabelle Vets, which has been looking after Guernsey’s pets, farm animals and horses since 1919, is the first veterinary practice from the island to join VetPartners. Led by vets, VetPartners was established by CEO Jo Malone in November…
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27 July
Bella and Duke launches premium topper for dog and cat food
Bella and Duke has launched a new premium topper “Magic Sprinkles” to add to their 100% natural treats range for cats and dogs. Magic Sprinkles are available in “Tantalising chicken” and pet owners can simply sprinkle over their pets’ food to change the taste of pet food. The single protein…
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27 July
CVS revenues jump 7.3% in FY23
Correction: In the original article, it was inaccurately stated that revenues had declined by 7.3%. However, the company’s revenues experienced positive growth of 7.3% during period, rather than a decline. We apologise for any confusion this may have caused. CVS, the UK-listed veterinary group and provider of integrated veterinary…
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