Industry News

Jan- 2019 -

15 January

Over 400 VNs removed from register for non-payment

The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) removed 450 veterinary nurses from the register for non-payment of their annual renewal fee on 1 January 2019. The annual renewal fee for veterinary nurses is due for payment on 1 November every year, although veterinary nurses have up to midnight on 31…

15 January

RCVS and BVA call for vet surgeons to be restored to Shortage Occupation List

The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) and British Veterinary Association (BVA) have called for veterinary surgeons to be restored to the Shortage Occupation List as part of the UK’s preparations for leaving the EU. The organisations made the joint submission to the Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) as part of…

15 January

Scrumbles obtains B Corp certification

South London pet food start-up Scrumbles has announced today that it has been certified as a B Corporation (B Corp). B Corps are a group of companies who have met rigorous social and environmental standards. Scrumbles has been certified by B Lab for its “commitment to goals outside of shareholder…

14 January

Pooch & Mutt accuses ‘big pet food companies’ of trying to ban advert

Pet food manufacturer, Pooch & Mutt says it has received “threats” from competitors to force them to remove a new advert which references ditching canned food in order to protect the environment, from the MPMA (Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association). Pooch & Mutt’s ‘Ditch the Can. Help the Planet’ advert, aims…

14 January

Chuckit! unveils new Rugged Fetch Wheel toy for tougher play

Responding to consumer demand, Chuckit! is introducing the third addition to its Rugged range for tougher breeds with the brand-new Rugged Fetch Wheel – designed to withstand the roughest play from stronger dogs. Increasing its offer and providing retailers with even more ways to cater to the needs of this…

14 January

Lily’s Kitchen reports another year of ‘strong growth’

British producer of pet food, Lily’s Kitchen, has had another strong year of growth fuelled by consumer demand for premium natural food for pets and a 25 percent increase in distribution points. In the year to 31 March 2018 the company, which reached its landmark 10th anniversary in 2018, saw…

11 January

Burns announces new ‘Willy Wonka-style’ competition

Welsh pet food company, Burns Pet Nutrition, has launched a new “Willy Wonka-style” competition giving dog owners across the UK the chance to win a year’s supply of free dog food, in celebration of its 25th anniversary. To mark the milestone, the family firm has released limited-edition vintage look bags,…

11 January

62 percent of owners don’t know what’s in pet’s food, research suggests

Research from raw and natural pet food manufacturer True Instinct revealed 62 percent of dog and cat owners in the UK are not aware of what’s in their pets’ food. Despite this, a quarter are pledging to make a healthy New Year’s resolution for their four-legged friend. The poll of…

11 January

New reflective spray launched to ‘save pets’ lives’

Animal lovers are being urged to “spray safe” this winter following the launch of a revolutionary new reflective spray that has set out to help save the lives of thousands of pets. The Albedo100 spray is highly reflective of headlights during darkness and can be applied to animal fur. Its…

11 January

Not-for-profit vet opens second practice in Yorkshire

A not-for-profit veterinary company is opening its second practice in Yorkshire. The clinic opens less than one year since it unveiled its first Yorkshire-based surgery in Tingley, Leeds. Animal Trust opens on Railway Street, Dewsbury, on 14 January. Set up by vets with the main focus on the welfare of…