Industry News
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May- 2020 -29 May
RCVS to hold ‘remote’ disciplinary committee hearings
The RCVS has announced that it will be holding remote disciplinary committee hearings in June in light of the ongoing pandemic. The hearings in question are in relation to two separate applications for a restoration to the register. The first hearing will take place between 24 June and 26 June,…
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29 May
Bira welcomes £50m fund to prepare high streets for shoppers return
The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) has welcomed a new £50m boost to help local authorities prepare high streets for reopening. High Streets Minister Simon Clarke announced the fund for councils to help their local high streets get safely back to business earlier this week. The ‘Reopening High Streets Safely…
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28 May
Pet food packaging market to reach £10.2bn by 2025
The global pet food packaging market size is projected to grow from $10.2bn (£8.3bn) in 2020 to $12.5bn (£10.2bn) by 2025, at an annual growth rate of 4.2%, according to Research and Markets. The market report group said that a “rising affection” for pets, growing pet humanization and a “demand…
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28 May
Turtles stolen from Longcroft pet shop
An investigation has been launched by police after two men reportedly stole four live turtles from a pet shop in Longcroft. According to the Falkirk Herald, the turtles were taken from their tank in Central Aquatics on Saturday afternoon (23 May), before the men left the premises with the animals.…
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28 May
Battersea welcomes progress of Scottish Bill to introduce five-year sentences for animal cruelty
Animal welfare charity has welcomed the Scottish Government’s commitment to introduce five-year maximum sentences for animal cruelty as its new legislation took one step closer to becoming law. The Animals and Wildlife (Penalties, Protections and Powers) (Scotland) Bill, introduced in October last year, passed stage two of the legislative process…
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28 May
RSPCA reports rise in cats in care amid Covid-19 lockdown
Animal charity RSPCA has reported it has taken 324 cats into its care, more than any other pet, and fears that the situation is set to “get worse” since the Covid-19 lockdown was introduced. RSPCA said there is already an influx at this time of the year, but lockdown means…
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27 May
Kennel Club Charitable Trust reopens relief fund
The Kennel Club Charitable Trust has announced the reopening of its emergency relief fund in light of the ongoing pandemic. The Kennel Club Charitable Trust and Our Dogs Appeal initially ran throughout April, and raised support for smaller dog rescue centres and other canine organisations affected by the crisis. The…
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27 May
Natures Menu launches new ‘Country Hunter Game Meat Selection’ cans
Raw and natural pet food company Natures Menu has added a new selection pack to its Country Hunter Game Meat range, exclusive to the specialist pet trade. Made with 80% meat, blended with fruit, vegetables and superfoods, all steam-cooked within the can, the new range is designed to offer dog…
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27 May
Linneaus announces partnership with BVRA
Vet group, Linnaeus, which is part of Mars Veterinary Health has announced its partnership with the British Veterinary Receptionist Association (BVRA) and will see a record number of employees achieve official accreditation. The vet group has teamed up with the BVRA to provide comprehensive training for more than 750 of…
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27 May
PetsPyjamas reports 41% surge in business
Dog-friendly holiday company, PetPyjamas, has reported a 41% increase in forward bookings in May against the month prior. The majority of bookings have been for holidays to be taken later in the year or early 2021, though according to PetsPyjamas, the increase indicates that pet owners are once again “keen…
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