Industry News
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Aug- 2019 -19 August
Ruffwear launches new autumn/winter range
Dog gear brand, Ruffwear continue to expand and grow the outdoor adventure category with the launch of products designed to enhance outdoor adventures with your dog this Autumn. The collection includes the redesigned Kibble Kaddie, a travel-friendly dog food carrier with a compact design for easy transport, storage, and dispensing…
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16 August
Rise in toxic blue green algae cases prompts vet warning
An increase in reports of toxic blue green algae in several locations across the UK this summer is prompting the British Veterinary Association (BVA) to urge pet owners to take extra precautions while walking their dogs in the vicinity of affected water bodies. The warning also comes after news from…
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15 August
Dogrobes launches new rainbow dog drying coat
Dogrobes has launched a rainbow design to their range of dog drying coats. The new coats which form part of the brand’s collection and create a rainbow effect on the dog when worn. The jacket is lightweight is made from an “exclusive fabric”, which has longer loops on the inside,…
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15 August
Wilsons Pet Food nominated for PetQuip Award
Pet food manufacturer Wilsons Pet Food has been nominated in the Pet Product of the Year category for dogs (food, treats and health) in this year’s PetQuip Awards. The PetQuip Awards are now in its seventh year, with overseas companies in contention for the awards for the first time. Two…
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14 August
Independent Vetcare signs up to Disability Confident Scheme
Veterinary group Independent Vetcare (IVC) has signed up to the Disability Confident Scheme, joining over 12,000 organisations who have already pledged their support. Organisations that are part of the government initiative play a leading role in changing attitudes towards disabled workers. The schemes aims are to challenge attitudes towards disability,…
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14 August
Mutneys Professional Pet Care to launch new website
Professional grooming supplies manufacturer, Mutneys Professional Pet Care is launching a new easy to navigate website as part of its drive to highlight new products and act on customer feedback. The new site it set to launch on 19 August, and will use advanced search features and filters, which is…
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13 August
Prins Petfoods to launch health coach training course
Pet food manufacturer Prins Petfoods it set to launch a health coach training project in September, to train coaches to help with all “daily affairs related” to pets. The programme will aim to give individual guidance and practical advice on issues such as education, behaviour, nutrition, health, animal welfare and…
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13 August
Bestpets announces deal with Lily’s Kitchen
Pet care company Bestpets has announced deal to stock products from pet food manufacturer Lily’s Kitchen. Bestpets will stock a range of products including wet and dry dog and cat food and dog treats. Peter Brame, Director of Trading – pet said “We’re excited to have Lily’s Kitchen on board.…
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12 August
Committee reprimands Midlands vet for alcohol-related incidents
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) Disciplinary Committee has issued a reprimand and warning about future conduct to a Midlands vet for “serious professional misconduct” in relation to drink driving convictions and being under the influence of alcohol whilst on duty as a veterinary surgeon. The hearing for Dr…
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12 August
Pedigree Wholesale agrees distribution deal with Earth Animal
Pet food manufacturer Earth Animal has signed an exclusive UK distribution deal with pet wholesalers Pedigree Wholesale. The deal starts with its No-Hide range, a hand-rolled rawhide alternative range, available in four different sizes for all dog breeds in three flavours, beef and chicken and salmon, with more flavours including…
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