Industry News
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May- 2020 -21 May
Dogs Trust issues advice to prevent separation anxiety ‘ticking time bomb’
Charity Dogs Trust is issuing advice to dog owners following concerns over a “ticking time bomb” of separation anxiety among dogs post lockdown. The news comes as Burns Pet Nutrition also warned dog owners that their pets are at risk of suffering from anxiety problems when they finally go back…
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21 May
Pets at Home sales top £1bn for the first time
Total annual revenue at Pets at Home exceeded £1bn for the first time in its history, increasing 10.2% to £1,058.8m in the full-year ended 26 March 2020 . Like-for-like revenue also surged 9% during the period, while retail like-for-like revenue was up 9.4%, marking a 15% rise on a two-year…
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20 May
96% of pet owners think pets aren’t affected by carbon monoxide, study reveals
Brits are warned of the danger of carbon monoxide affecting their pets, after new research by Best Heating reveals more than nine in 10 (96%) don’t think their pet will be affected. Due to the coronavirus pandemic pet owners are spending more time with their pets and with some shelters…
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20 May
Owners warned of epilepsy danger in pets
Willows Veterinary Centre is using National Epilepsy Week to highlight the danger the disease may pose to pets. The Solihull clinic warned owners that epilepsy can be a “relatively common problem” amongst dogs and cats, with “distressing” effects for both pet and owners. In its efforts to raise awareness of…
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20 May
Nylabone launches Nutri Dent brand in UK
Dog chews, bones and toy manufacturer Nylabone has launched its Nutri Dent brand in the UK. The edible dental snack is designed to reduce plaque and tartar thereby aiding healthy teeth and gums and reducing canine dental disease. Created to work like a brush but taste like a treat, Nutri…
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20 May
PIF launches online Covid-19 course for businesses
The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) has launched an online Covid-19 course for businesses in order to provide information and guidance on safety during the pandemic. The Disease Control for Pet Professionals certificate has been developed by industry specialists, and will help business owners meet suitable hygiene and social distancing protocols.…
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19 May
StreetVet shortlisted for Purina prize
Purina has revealed that StreetVet has been shortlisted for the Purina BetterwithPets Prize following its proposed Accredited Hostel Scheme. Candidates for the prize include businesses or charities who work within society and “focus on the power of the pet human bond”. Purina runs the competition in partnership with Ashoka, and…
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19 May
NSDR invests £50,000 specialist equipment to help prevent animals going blind
Surrey-based animal hospital, North Downs Specialist Referrals (NDSR), has invested £50,000 in specialist equipment which can help prevent animals going blind. The animal hospital has taken delivery of an endolaser to help tackle cases of glaucoma in pets, particularly dogs. The highly advanced laser endoscopy machine has proven very successful…
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19 May
Hill’s Pet Nutrition expands Vet Essentials range
Hill’s Pet Nutrition has announced the expansion of its Vet Essentials range with the addition of three new pet food products. The nutritional food range for both cats and dogs now includes Adult Dry, Adult Wet and No Grain. The range is sold exclusively to veterinary practices, and works to…
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19 May
Animal lovers looking for pets in lockdown defrauded nearly £300,000, study reveals
Criminals have stolen nearly £300,000 from 669 animal lovers looking for pets during the Covid-19 pandemic. According to national fraud and cyber crime agency, Action Fraud, criminals have continued to “take advantage” of the coronavirus pandemic to commit fraud after animal lovers have put down deposits for pets they have…
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