Industry News
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Nov- 2018 -6 November
Vet-tech start-up brings artificial intelligence to the trade
A veterinary research and development company with aims to “revolutionise” the UK has filed patents to bring artificial intelligence (AI) technology to the £100bn global pet market. Founded in early 2017 by tech expert Paul Hallett and veterinarian Robert Dawson, Vet-AI is an R&D company developing a number of solutions…
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6 November
BVA warns no deal pet travel arrangements will impact vets and owners
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has warned that pet owners must start preparing now if they want to take their pet to the EU after Brexit, in case a no deal situation leaves them facing long waits to get cleared for travel. If the UK has “unlisted” third country status…
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6 November
Lily’s Kitchen launches natural dental chew
British pet food manufacturer Lily’s Kitchen has launched its first dental chew, Woofbrush, in a bid to help the dental health of the nation’s dogs. The company has worked with an expert vet dentist to develop the chewy, spongy dental chews, which are made from natural ingredients including fennel, parsley,…
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2 November
Association of Private Pet Cemeteries and Crematoria introduces ‘compulsory inspections’
The Association of Private Pet Cemeteries and Crematoria (APPCC) is to introduce “compulsory, independent inspections” for its members. Announced during the APPCC’s 25th anniversary celebrations at the historic Shrigley Hall Hotel near Macclesfield, it is said that the new regulation will cost the association £14,000. Prior to the new legislation…
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2 November
Burns Pet Nutrition introduces training courses for homeless dogs
Pet food manufacturer Burns Pet Nutrition has announced it is to launch a series of training courses for homeless dogs. The family-run business, which already donates its pet food to over 40 rescue centres across the UK, is now piloting its obedience training project at Greenacres Animal Rescue Centre in…
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1 November
Dogmatic wins at the Global Health & Pharma 2018 awards
Pet product manufacturer Dogmatic has been given the ‘Best Dog Collar Manufacturer 2018’ by the Global Health and Pharma 2018 Animal and Wellness Awards. The company was recognised for its Headcollar, which is designed to stop dogs from pulling on their lead. The collar can be used for training and…
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1 November
Loving Pets announces expansion into Australia
Loving Pets, the pet product company which was named the ‘Fastest Growing Company’ on the Inc. 5000 list has announced it expansion into the Australian market. Since launching the Australian arm of the company in June, Loving Pets Australia has accumulated new customers and said it received “outstanding” feedback at…
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1 November
Wilsons launch cold press range and invest in raw food plant
Wilsons Pet Food, a Perthshire-based pet food company, has launched a new range of cold press recipes for dogs and announced plans to invest in the growing raw food sector of the market. The company will build a plant to manufacture the recipes so it can take advantage of the…
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1 November
Bank of England puts hold on interest rates due to Brexit uncertainty
The Bank of England has placed interest rates on hold following growing uncertainty around Brexit. A vote to leave rates unchanged held by the bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) was in favour of leaving rates at 0.75% by 9-0. Financial markets are currently indicating that rates will not rise until…
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1 November
Rover.com acquires DogBuddy
Pet care website Rover.com has announced the acquisition of dog walking platform, DogBuddy. The announcement comes just five months after Rover announced its expansion into the United Kingdom. With the acquisition of DogBuddy, Rover has expanded its network of potential sitters and walkers. The pet care website says owners will…
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