Industry News
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Nov- 2019 -20 November
Mayhew partners with Crisis to help homeless pets
Charity Mayhew has revealed its partnership with homelessness charity Crisis, for the twelfth year to help people and animals affected by homelessness this Christmas. Mayhew will assist Crisis by providing kennels at one of its Christmas centres. Owners experiencing homelessness will be provided with shelter, food, warm clothes and advice…
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19 November
PFMA welcomes Yora Pet Foods as new member
The Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association (PFMA) welcomed Yora Pet Foods as a new member of the trade body. According to the PFMA, Yora came to the market amid “much excitement and media attention” thanks to its sustainability focused credentials and use of insect protein in its diets for dogs. Nicole…
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19 November
Childhood pets can help adults deal with stress, study suggests
Research from The National Office of Animal Health (NOAH) reported over 55% of Brits believe that a childhood pet can help build stronger coping mechanisms in stressful situations in adult life. NOAH revealed that 52% of the 2,000 UK adults surveyed agreed that pets helped elevate their mood in times…
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18 November
Labrador takes the lead in Britain’s top dog poll
The Kennel Club announced that Labradors are the UK’s most popular dog breed, “reclaiming the crown” after a short reign from the French Bulldog. New data published by the club analysed the rise and fall of breed registrations over the past five years, and revealed a rising popularity of continental…
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18 November
Edinburgh Dog and Cat home awarded ‘Best Newcomer’ at Living Wage Scotland’s Awards
Edinburgh Dog and Cat home has been awarded the ‘Best Newcomer’ award at this year’s Living Wage Scotland Awards. Earlier this year the home became the first animal welfare organisation in Scotland to be accredited as a Living Wage employer. The awards were held at the Technology and Innovation Centre…
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18 November
Conservatives pledge business rates review
The Conservative Party has pledged a business rates review which aims to “reduce the burden” on UK businesses, as part of its election campaign. It said business rates are one of the “top concerns” of British businesses, and added that a Conservative majority Government will launch a “fundamental review” at…
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15 November
The Real Petfood Company strengthens team with senior appointments
The Real Petfood Company has strengthened its team with two senior appointments, who have previously worked together in the pet food sector. Ashleigh Walker is joining as a senior pet nutritionist in the technical services team. She will be working with own label partners and developing innovative recipes featuring IPN’s…
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14 November
True Instinct releases ‘High Meat’ food range
Pet food manufacturers, True Instinct, has released its ‘High Meat’ products aimed for cats and kittens to its food range. The dry food biscuits have are made up of 75% high meat recipe and 25% natural fruit, vegetable and botanicals, aimed to “provide complete and balanced nutrition that helps to…
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13 November
Most common pet insurance claims are a result of obesity, studies claim
RSA insurance group, More Than, has revealed that of the 12 most common pet insurance claims reported to it in 2018, half were affected by obesity. The study issued by More Than showed that pets being overweight or not having enough exercise could contribute to the development of, complexity of,…
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13 November
Animal Activities Licensing course for inspectors becomes level 3 qualification
The Pet Industry Federation (PIF), has announced that its joint animal establishments inspector training course, run in collaboration with the City of London Corporation, will result in formal City and Guilds Level 3 qualification from July 2020. Since 1 October 2018, the new Licensing of Activities Involving Animals regulations (AAL)…
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