Industry News

Mar- 2021 -

3 March

SSPCA and Blue Cross launch joint research study

The Scottish SPCA (SSPCA) and Blue Cross have launched a joint research study with the University of Edinburgh to identify ways to reach people living with pets in hard-to-reach, minority or vulnerable communities. Together, the two charities intend to take a “user-centred approach” to find effective ways to help pet…

3 March

Budget 2021: Chancellor unveils new £65bn support package

Chancellor Rishi Sunak has outlined a new £65bn support package in his March budget, confirming the decision to extend the furlough scheme until the end of September as well as new loan schemes of up to £10m for businesses. In what is Sunak’s second budget since he joined office in…

3 March

Sunak to extend furlough scheme until September

Chancellor Rishi Sunak is expected to extend the furlough scheme until September as part of his March Budget which will be announced today (3 March). According to The Times, Sunak will state that the country is in a “moment of crisis” as he extends furlough for another five months, taking the support beyond the…

2 March

Norsh continues Mackle growth

Mackle Petfoods, owners of award winning brands Naturo, Brandy and Cat Club is continuing to add value to the pet food category with it’s most recent brand addition of Norsh; a freeze-dried natural treat for both cats and dogs to enjoy! Stemming from Mackle Petfoods’ mission to improve pet nutrition…

2 March

DoggyLottery wins ‘Small Business Sunday’ award

A business which raises money for dog rescue centres has recently won the ‘Small Business Sunday’ award, in a competition run by retail tycoon Theo Paphitis, after it raised £11k for 35 dog rescue centres. DoggyLottery was co-founded by Lisette van Riel and her cousin Lee Brown at the start…

2 March

Purina to use surplus brewery grains in dog treat pilot

Purina has announced the launch of a new dog treat which is formulated with surplus grains from breweries in a bid to tackle food waste. By upcycling grains that might otherwise be left to spoil, Purina said it is able to reduce food waste, repurposing the nutritiously dense substance as…

2 March

PCS joins with VetPartners

Pet Cremation Services (PCS) has announced it has joined VetPartners-the York based veterinary group. Based in Guilsborough, Northamptonshire, PCS has a national network of pet crematoria, providing a cremation service for the clients of UK veterinary practices. The group also delivers bereavement training for veterinary professionals through its company, Compassion…

2 March

Pets Corner acquires Scampars

Pets Corner has announced its acquisition of Scampars, the award-winning pet store based in Soham. Scampars specialises in selling ethical products, with an emphasis on natural nutrition, and quality pet care. The pet retail group will sell Scampars products alongside its other brands, which include Devini and Green Acres. Opened…

1 March

RSPCA warns owners not to rehome pets online

RSPCA is urging families who are struggling to care for their pets not to rehome online but to seek help from reputable charities and rescue centres. The warning comes after the charity was forced to rescue a dog after it had been advertised on the website Pets 4 Homes as…

1 March

Chancellor to unveil £5bn high-street support package

Chancellor Rishi Sunak is expected to offer over 700,000 retail, hospitality and other businesses grants of up to £18,000 as part of a £5bn rescue package to be included in his Budget speech on Wednesday (3 March). The new ‘Restart Grants’ will be directly distributed from local authorities from April…