Industry News
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Apr- 2017 -6 April
British exhibitors share their Global Pet Expo success
Many UK exhibitors to Global Pet Expo have reported a successful show. The event was held in March 2017, in Orlando, Florida. The innovative products shown by the UK exhibitors participating in the group organised by the PetQuip association attracted a wide audience from worldwide markets. Regular exhibitor Hilton Herbs received interest from…
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6 April
Not enough dogs are microchipped, charity claims
Not enough dogs have been microchipped since the compulsory law came into affect one year ago, claims Battersea Dogs & Cats Home. The charity revealed that almost half the strays that come through its doors are still unchipped. Today (6 April), on the anniversary since compulsory microchipping was introduced, the charity…
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6 April
Winners of Ceva Animal Welfare Awards 2017 announced
The winners of the Ceva Animal Welfare Awards 2017 have been announced in a ceremony at the Burlington Hotel in Birmingham. The awards recognise the achievements of remarkable people from the farming, veterinary and charity industries, who go beyond the call of duty to better the lives of animals around…
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5 April
National Pet Month is in full swing
Pet and veterinary professionals have been urged to get involved in this year’s National Pet Month April 1 – May 1 and help raise awareness of responsible pet ownership. The charity, now in its 28th year, would like the profession to come together and use the month-long campaign to talk about good pet care with clients…
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4 April
Are we killing our pets with kindness? asks BVA
Recognising when a pet is overweight is the top issue vets and vet nurses wish UK pet owners knew about their animals, according to new findings released for National Pet Month, in April 2017. More than one in five of veterinary professionals (23 percent) said the number one thing they…
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4 April
Amazon takes on bricks-and-mortar stores with cash sales
Amazon has launched a new feature called Amazon Cash, making physical money payments possible for online goods. The new service has been released in order to help those without bank accounts or debit/credit cards and is only available in the US at current. Customers receive a barcode from Amazon that…
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4 April
Half of UK dog and cat owners don’t have pet insurance
Over ninety percent of UK pet owners describe their pets as a member of the family. Yet, more than half don’t have pet insurance for their four-legged friends, found M&S Bank. Despite seeing their pet as part of the family, new research for M&S Bank discovered that over a third of…
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4 April
Ambassador dog food approved by Crufts winner
An Omagh-based business’ new dog food brand has received the paws up from a GB Champion and Crufts winner. Ambassador dog food is the brainchild of Basil Thompson who has been running the successful Nutts About Pets business since 2004. In addition to an Omagh depot, the company has another depot based…
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3 April
3P finalises rebrand
3P, the manufacturer and distributor of branded accessories for dogs and cats, has finalised the rebranding of the company and repositioning of its core products. The new 3P brand focuses on supplying accessories to improve the health and wellbeing of pets and simplify pet ownership. As part of the rebranding…
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3 April
Charity marks World Stray Animal Day
The Mayhew Animal Home is marking this year’s World Stray Animal Day on 4 April. As well as helping hundreds of stray dogs and cats every year in the UK, The charity also has a growing international presence to help make a difference to stray communities abroad too. Mayhew International…
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