Industry News
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Oct- 2018 -30 October
Veterinary nurse launches ‘one-of-a-kind’ mobile vets’ practice
A North East veterinary nurse and entrepreneur has launched a ‘one-of-a-kind’ mobile vets’ practice called ‘Vets on the Meowve,’ bringing a fully qualified veterinary team directly to the doors of animal lovers in the region. Launched in 2018 by 28-year-old entrepreneur Christine Murphy RVN, Vets on the Meowve offers a…
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30 October
Webbox launches campaign to ‘debunk common pet food myths’
Pet food manufacturer, Webbox, has announced the launch of the next phase of its Webbox Natural campaign, which it claims aims to “debunk the most common pet food myths”. The campaign will see the launch of new creative assets explaining what the wording on packaging labels actually means, as well…
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29 October
Autumn Budget 2018: Business rates cut for SMEs and new digital services tax
Chancellor Philip Hammond has confirmed plans to give smaller retailers a 33 percent cut to business rates and introduced a new digital services tax for companies with at least £500m in global revenue. The reduction in rates will take place over the next two years and is expected to save…
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29 October
Woofs announces new cookie jars aimed at the ‘Christmas gift market’
Pet food manufacturer Woofs has launched a new range of cookie jars aimed at the “Christmas gift market”. The jars are designed to keep Woofs Cod Cookies, Cod Fingers, Cod Cubes, Cod Crunchies and Granola fresh, with prices starting from £13.25 including treats. Woofs’ cookie ranges have been veterinary approved,…
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29 October
Lintbells launches new ‘Mobility Matters’ initiative
Pet supplements company Lintbells has launched its new Mobility Matters initiative to the pet trade for the first time. The initiative will provide training and resources to stores, to assist owners in the multi-modal management of dogs with stiff joints. On offer is free training and support materials that allow…
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26 October
Vitalin adds four new additions to dog food range
Vitalin Super Premium Pet Food has introduced four new products to its dog food range and updated its packaging to include Tetra eco-friendly cartons. The new additions include Luxury Dog Treats with 60 percent fresh British duck; Adult Fresh Meat with 60 percent British chicken; Adult Small Breed with 26…
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26 October
In Vogue Pets acquires pet product designer Croci
In Vogue Pets has announced it has added Italian pet product designer Croci to its portfolio of exclusive brands. The pet product manufacturer said Croci is “the largest pet product designer and manufacturer in Italy” and added it would be launching the Italian company’s ‘2018/19 Winter Fashion Clothing Collection’ following…
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25 October
Professor Noel Fitzpatrick to deliver keynote lecture at ACVS
Managing director of Fitzpatrick Referrals, professor Noel Fitzpatrick will be attending the American College of Veterinary Surgeons Surgery Summit (ACVS) this week to present the keynote lecture. His keynote presentation ‘Revolution or Evolution? Ethics and Engineering of Bionic Biology’ will distil his 25 years of experience and innovation in musculo-neuro-skeletal…
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25 October
Veterinary group relocates following £360,000 funding package
A Surrey-based veterinary group has relocated from its former premises in Woking to a new, larger, purpose-built premises in Horsell, after securing a £360,000 funding package. Lynton House Vets, has used the funding provided by HSBC to purchase and fully refurbish the 3,000 sq ft, two-storey building, improving facilities for…
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24 October
Dog Treat Co launches its first vegan friendly treat
Devon-based dog treat manufacturer, Dog Treat Co, has stepped away from its usual meat-based offerings with the launch of its first vegan friendly treat. The vegan snack is a coconut, chia and turmeric treat which is hand-baked as well as being wheat and gluten free. The treat has lauric acid,…
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