Industry News
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Oct- 2020 -13 October
Research shows positive impact of dogs on mental health
Research carried out by Kennel Club to mark World Mental Health Day this year (8 October) has revealed the positive impact of dogs on mental health during lockdown. Some 91% of dog owners surveyed agreed that their pets helped them cope mentally and emotionally during the height of the pandemic.…
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13 October
Interpet launches new aquarium design
Interpet has launched a new aquarium design with enhancing interior features. The new look offers a unique and ‘high-spec’ equipment in one package with a retail price at £249.99. The AquaCurve aquarium comes with an easy set-up kit and is also fitted with an ultra-bright LED light. Adrian Exell, development…
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13 October
PitPat and Dogs Trust invests 50k to ‘support canine well-being’
PitPat and Dogs Trust are launching a new collaboration to encourage dog-owners to monitor the activity levels of their pet. The two-year partnership will see a “minimum of £50k invested into supporting the wellbeing of dogs in the UK”, with PitPat making a £5 donation to Dogs Trust for every…
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12 October
PM unveils three-tiered lockdown system
Prime minister Boris Johnson this afternoon announced a new three-tier lockdown system that will see some hospitality businesses in the North-West forced to close from Wednesday. Under the new system, different rules for regions will be classified as being on ‘medium’, ‘high’ or ‘very high’ alert depending on the rate…
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9 October
Gov to cover 66% of wages for firms forced to shut
Chancellor Rishi Sunak has announced that businesses forced to shut due to local restrictions will be eligible for a grant that pays two-thirds of staff salaries. The government will pay two-thirds, or 67%, of each employee’s salary, up to a maximum of £2,100 a month, if the business is forced…
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9 October
Young Kennel Club calls for dog owner award noms
The Young Kennel Club (YKC) is publicly calling for nominations for the next Young Person of the Year Award. Candidates can also be nominated in one of five other categories, including: the Personal Achievement Award, the Compassion Award and the Community Award. The YKC set up the award scheme to…
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9 October
Hollings acquired by Assisi Pet Care
Natural dog treats manufacturer Hollings Ltd has been acquired by Assisi Pet Care Ltd, according to local press the Craven Herald. It comes as Assisi Pet Care is looking to expand into the UK’s pet care market. Skipton-based Hollings was founded in 1980, and its purpose-built manufacturing facility in Worksop…
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8 October
Recession fears could lead to ‘dog welfare crisis’, RSPCA warns
The RSPCA is warning that the looming recession and growing trend of ‘‘lockdown puppies’’ will hit struggling rescue centres in the coming months and lead to a ‘‘dog welfare crisis’’. During lockdown, the charity identified that Google searches for ‘‘puppies near me’’ increased by 650% in July, five times higher…
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8 October
Animal Essentials launches calming blend for fireworks season
Animal Essentials has announced the launch of Tranquillity Blend, a new product designed to help keep pets calm during the firework season. With there is a likelihood that organised firework displays will be cancelled this year due to the ongoing pandemic, the manufacturer warned that this may boost the number…
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7 October
Businesses must check furlough inaccuracies before HMRC deadline
Businesses using the furlough scheme have been urged to “thoroughly check” their claims for inaccuracies before HMRC’s cut-off date to avoid the risk of fines or prosecution. Accountancy firm Kilsby Williams issued the warning after HMRC sent letters to a growing number of businesses to inform them of potential errors…
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