Industry News

RCVS suspends vet for ‘fabricating emails’ relating to horse insemination

The disciplinary committee of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has decided to suspend an overseas-based veterinary surgeon for a period of 12 months. The hearing for James Hugh Alexander Crawford took place on 29 August and 30 August and concerned a fabricated email, which Crawford claimed was from…

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Fur Babies named one of UK’s top ‘Small Biz 100’

Bristol-based handmade pet product and dog treats manufacturer Fur Babies has been named as one of the UK’s top ‘Small Biz 100’ by Small Business Saturday. The company has been selected as a trailblazer in the 100-day run up to the Small Business Saturday event, which takes place across the…

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Independent Vetcare Group ‘shows growth’ in first annual report

Independent Vetcare Group (IVG), the veterinary group which operates across Europe, has published its first ever annual report in which it said it surpassed its milestone of 900 practices. The group launched in 2011 with 20 practices and chief executive, David Hillier, forecasted more practices opening in the next 12…

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West Kirby vet to star in children’s TV show

A vet in West Kirby is set to star in children’s TV show Ferne and Rory’s Vet Tales, where he will treat a local girl’s cat. The show aims to teach children about the work of veterinary surgeons and animal care. Dylan Payne of Acorn Veterinary Centre treated the cat,…

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‘Poop bag’ advert reprimanded by ASA

An advert for a dog ‘poop bag’ has been reprimanded by the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA), who said it was “misleading” and said claims it was biodegradable were not properly “substantiated”. The ASA received a complaint relating to a product page for dog waste bags on www.ancol.co.uk, which featured text…

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Dog rescuers potentially ‘importing diseases’ into UK, vets warn

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) is urging well-meaning animal lovers to stop importing ‘Trojan’ rescue dogs from abroad as it could increase the risk of “dangerous exotic diseases” in the UK. BVA is asking prospective owners to protect the domestic dog population by rehoming dogs from within the UK instead.…

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PetSafe Brand launches four new pet toys

Global pet product firm, PetSafe Brand has announced it will be extending its Play and Challenge range to include four new dog toys. Each of the toys are said to have been designed to excite dogs of all ages and sizes, while also challenging them mentally to keep them actively…

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UK dog owners demand dog-friendly restaurants after Wetherspoons ban

New research has found that 46% of British dog owners would actually dine out more often if they could bring their pet. According to the findings from Compare the Market, the majority of those asked 62% said that there are not enough dog friendly restaurants in the UK. Over two…

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Private equity and debt capital markets underpinning a sellers’ market in the pet industry

New research has found that private equity and debt capital markets are underpinning a sellers’ market in the pet industry. The global pet industry has seen 154 deals in the last 12 months split between sales to trade buyers (89%) and private equity buyers (11%), according to data from global…

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Couple set up Heights Farm Premium Pet Foods franchise in Preston

Married couple Alison and Steve Critchley have set up a new franchise delivering premium quality pet food in the Preston area as part of the Bolton-based Heights Farm Premium Pet Foods’ operation. The couple have run various businesses over the years including a grocers off license in Church and separately,…

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