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GPS dog collar brand Mishiko signs distribution deal with Exertis

Mishiko, GPS and fitness tracker brand, has announced it has signed a distribution agreement with technology distributor Exertis. The firm which deals with technology products for the B2B, mobile and retail markets will be distributing the Mishiko GPS and fitness tracker for pets to designated resellers in the UK. Mishiko…

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Royal Canin to preview new Veterinary Health Nutrition range at London Vet Show

Royal Canin has announced it will be previewing its new veterinary range to attendees visiting the manufacturer’s London Vet Show stand. The Veterinary Health Nutrition product will consist of one “simplified” range, a new pack design and a new recipe. Royal Canin’s new range will be organised around six core…

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Pet firm to install chimney to tackle factory odour

Two planning applications submitted by The Real Petfood Company to build a chimney and office extension have received approval from the planning committee at Denbighshire County Council. The business – which is based at Kinmel Park in Bodelwyddan – was a recent cause of concern for residents of Bodelwyddan who…

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North Wales pet group announces ‘successful’ rebrand with £1.2m refurbishment

PetPlace has announced it has “successfully” undergone a rebrand which has included a £1.2m refurbishment of its Farm and Pet Place outlet in Abergele. The pet retail group says it has “already seen a rise in sales” following the refurbishment of its Abergele store the group says it plans to…

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Beaphar launch two new products

Beaphar have added to its NFA-VPS offering with two new flea and tick products, the Beaphar Canishield and Beaphar FIPROtec Spray. Beaphar Canishield is a slow release Deltamethrin collar for dogs that provides long term protection against parasites, including ticks for six months, fleas for 16 weeks and sandflies for…

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Pets at Home’s York stores raise £50,000 for charity

Pets at Home’s two York stores have raised £50,000 for the RSPCA through hosting volunteer collections, a £1 raffle and other fundraising events. The RSPCA will use the money raised to help rescue, rehabilitate and rehome animals in need. Just last month the retailer partnered with the Alzheimer’s Society to…

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New trading standard guides launched to help OATA members

OATA has joined forces with Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Trading Standards team to provide new support and advice guidance for its members. Three new guides have been produced for OATA members covering electrical goods, product safety and fair trading to help businesses show they are complying with the law and have…

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Scrumbles secures £150,000 investment

Independent pet food manufacturer, Scrumbles has raised more than £150,000 in equity funding through the SEIS scheme, aimed at supporting small businesses. Founded by husband and wife, Jack Walker and Aneisha Soobroyen, Scrumbles’ range of dog and cat food is already stocked in Ocado and Fetch.co.uk. It is hoped that…

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Owners ditch vets for chewing gum and human toothpaste to cure bad dog breath

Chewing gum, facial haircuts and brushing teeth with human toothpaste are just some of the ways owners are trying to combat their dog’s bad breath, according to a study. Giving dogs snacks that ‘improve’ their breath, fresh mint leaves to chew and keeping the toilet lid closed are other ways…

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Mayhew and Pro Pooch form ‘charitable relationship’

Dog health and wellbeing brand Pro Pooch has announced it will be partnering with London-based animal rescue charity Mayhew this Christmas to help give something back and support their work both locally and internationally. On 19 November, Pro Pooch will launch an Aloe and Avocado Dry Wash; an allergen-free, waterless,…

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