Industry News
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Mar- 2020 -26 March
More must be done to support independent retailers through Covid-19 crisis, says BIRA
The British Independent Retailers Association (BIRA) has said more must be done to support independent retailers through the coronavirus crisis. BIRA has also launched a dedicated coronavirus hub to guide members and the wider retail community through the crisis. The online resource is a one-stop shop featuring a wealth of…
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25 March
Pet food in ‘good supply’, assures PFMA
The PFMA has assured the public that there is a ‘good supply” of food available for pets across the UK. The association urged pet owners to “shop sensibly”, amid the ongoing coronavirus crisis, advising that there is enough pet food for all. It said that the government recognises that pet…
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25 March
Leading animal organisations unite to support pets and owners through coronavirus
UK pet charities and experts join forces to offer advice to help owners care for their animals and each other. The coalition is concerned about conflicting and poor information which is leaving owners confused and anxious and animals potentially at risk. The organisers involved include: ABTC (Animal Behaviour and Training…
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25 March
RSPCA to provide emergency service ‘only’
The RSPCA has announced it will now be providing an emergency-only service to animals in the wake of government advice concerning coronavirus. The group’s frontline officers, 17 animal centres, four wildlife centres and four animal hospitals will continue to deal with emergency cases while the nation is under lockdown. Frontline…
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25 March
PATS supports exhibitors amid Covid-19
PATS Telford has announced that it will support exhibitors “wherever it can” with a series of marketing measures “designed to help pet product suppliers get through the challenging times ahead”. The pet industry exhibition is due to take place between 27 September and 28 September, and organisers have written to…
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25 March
Kennel Club and Charitable and Educational Trusts announce emergency relief fund
Dog charity the Kennel Club has announced the creation of an emergency relief fund to support dog rescue centres and other canine organisations affected by the coronavirus pandemic. In response to the emerging situation of the Covid-19 virus outbreak, the Kennel Club Charitable Trust has announced that it will help…
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25 March
Battersea annonces latest measures for Covid-19 virus outbreak
Animal charity Battersea has announced its latest measures put in place regarding the recent outbreak of the Covid-19 virus. In a statement released on the charity’s website, Battersea revealed it has temporarily closed its gates. The statement read: “This is not a situation we ever thought we would face. However,…
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24 March
Pet shops can stay open for ‘emergency supplies’
Pet shops are allowed to open under the restrictions introduced by the Government yesterday (23 March) for the sale of “essential items only”. According to guidance on gov.uk, these are the shops that can remain open: supermarkets and other food shops, health shops, pharmacies including non-dispensing pharmacies and pet shops…
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24 March
PIF comments on business closures amid Covid-19 outbreak
The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) has released a statement regarding pet business closures amid the recent outbreak of the Covid-19 virus. Guidance published yesterday (23 March) by the government confirmed that pet retailers would be “exempted” from closure during this lockdown. The statement read: “It is clear that the Government’s…
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24 March
Animal Health Trust faces closure
The Animal Health Trust charity has announced it faces “imminent closure” following a period of financial troubles. The charity said that it has recently been facing “dire financial constraints”, and revealed that the recent coronavirus pandemic has directly impacted its funding. Its executive committee is now seeking emergency funding, including…
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