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Kennel Club warns dog owners to keep microchips updated

Statistics show that 71% of owner’s details on microchipping databases are inaccurate. Petlog, run by the Kennel Club, is one of the largest databases for microchipped animals and one of the only databases where users can ensure the money spent on microchipping goes back into dogs. Since compulsory microchipping was…

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RCVS appoints new chairs to DC and PIC committees

Two of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) statutory committees have appointed new chairs. The RCVS Disciplinary Committee (DC) has appointed Ian Arundale as its new chair, with Dr Martin Whiting as the new vice chair, Additionally,  the RCVS Preliminary Investigation Committee (PIC) has appointed Dr Bradley Viner as…

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Sainsbury’s to stop selling fireworks this year

‘Big Four’ grocer Sainsbury’s has announced that it will not be selling any fireworks in its stores this year. The move has been well received by pet owners, with many expressing their thanks on Twitter. Rachael Spencer tweeted: “Every owner of an anxious dog or pet will be so thankful…

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Scrumbles release charity Advent Calendars for cats and dogs

Pet food manufacturer, Scrumbles, has launched its first advent calendar for cats and dogs.  Partnering with animal charities, “All Dogs Matter” and “Wood Green,” 50p from each advent calendar will be donated to support the animal charities work in rescuing and rehoming cats and dogs.   Co-founder of Scrumbles said: “We…

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Ongoing Brexit uncertainty hits pet food manufacturers 

A survey of UK pet food manufacturers by the trade body for the sector, the PFMA, has revealed that the last three and a half years of uncertainty and no-deal planning has damaged businesses. Furthermore, it said urgent practical advice is needed to help smooth the bumps ahead as the…

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Laughing Dog partners with toy company KONG

Pet food manufacturer, Laughing Dog has  announced a partnership with toy company Kong.   Kong toys has been offering toys that offer the “mental and physical stimulation” dogs need for over 40 years. The two pet manufacturers have created a 2020 calendar, entitled “It’s a Dog’s Life”, and includes pictures from…

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BVA welcomes animal sentience legislation proposals in Queen’s Speech

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has welcomed proposals set out in the Queen’s Speech that would see animal sentience finally being embedded in UK legislation. The government has pledged that the principle will come into law as part of a package of measures on key animal health and welfare issues.…

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Scrumbles named best new start-up in 2019

Pet food manufacturer Scrumbles has been awarded best new startup by the Croydon Business Excellence Awards. The company claims to be the first all-natural cat and dog food putting gut health at the forefront.  Scrumbles were recognised for having “quickly established in a highly competitive market whilst achieving high environmental…

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Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home launches pet food bank

Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home will launch its first dedicated pet food bank in the Scottish capital tomorrow (16 October), to offer support to pet owners “living in poverty”. The food bank for cats and dogs will offer wet and dry food, jackets, collars, leads, bowls and bedding as well…

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BRC ‘disappointed’ with business rates relief in Queen’s speech

The British Retail Consortium has responded to the Queen’s speech, praising its approach to crime and sustainability but was “surprised and disappointed” at its approach to business rates. Commenting on the speech, which tackled issues such as immigration, crime, business rates and brexit, The BRC said: “The Government should implement…

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