Industry News
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Mar- 2017 -16 March
Couple jailed for selling sick puppies
A Kent couple who sold dying puppies to unsuspecting buyers have been jailed for a number of fraud and animal welfare offences. Anthony and Lucy O’Donnell, both of Old Maidstone Road, Sidcup, appeared at Inner London Crown Court for sentencing after 12 people reported buying sick puppies, ten of whom…
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15 March
Shoplifter drove with pet shop worker clinging to his car
A retired man has been jailed for stealing from a pet shop which ended in him driving with a member of staff clinging to his car bonnet. Sidney Turton reversed his car into Andrew Dukes, a Pets at Home worker, when Mr Dukes suspected him of theft, reports York Press.…
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15 March
Budget a ‘disaster’ for pet stores, says new PIF Chair
The newly appointed chair of the Pet Industry Federation (PIF) has spoken out against the recent budget, calling it a ‘disaster’ for small high street pet stores. Referring to the announcement last week by the Chancellor, Philip Hammond, that business rates would not be reduced for small businesses, Steve Fowler,…
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15 March
Benyfit Natural celebrates Belle Howlett’s Crufts success
Belle Howlett and her four-year-old border collie, Ami, have been awarded YKC Jumping Dog of the Year at Crufts for the second year running. Belle has been competing with the Young Kennel Club since 2011. Belle and Ami are sponsored by raw pet food producer Benyfit Natural. In an interview with Crufts, Benyfit…
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15 March
Atlanta Pet Fair & Conference reports rising visitor numbers
The recently-concluded Atlanta Pet Fair & Conference saw a spike in attendance. The USA’s southeast trade show, conference and competition for professional pet stylists and service professionals received a nine percent jump in visitor numbers in its second year at the Georgia International Convention Centre. Atlanta Pet Fair & Conference…
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15 March
Lily’s Kitchen expands its range
Pet food producer, Lily’s Kitchen, has announced the launch of its Great British Breakfast tin (400g). Recent success of the Sunday Lunch tin (400g) showed an appetite for recipes that are based on tasty human meals, such as Lamb Hotpot. The recipes help the whole family to enjoy a traditional meal…
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14 March
Rabies risk as illegally imported animals found in pet shop
Three illegally imported opossums are feared to be on the loose in the UK, sparking rabies fears. The cat-sized marsupials are suspected to have gone missing after being smuggled, reports the Plymouth Herald. The council previously found some of the animals during a raid on a pet shop in the…
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14 March
Koi Carp worth £7,725 stolen from retailer
On 10 March 2017, ten extra large koi carp and one sturgeon were stolen from the display pond at Squire’s Garden Centre in Badshot Lea, near Farnham. Intruders broke in late on Friday evening and took fish worth a total of £7,725. The Koi Carp are between 22”-26” in length (which is…
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14 March
Cat survives boiling water attack
A beloved family cat had boiling water poured over her head and back in a suspected attack. Seven-year-old Tuppence almost died following the incident, but has pulled through following intensive treatment from vet and nursing staff at PDSA’s Bournemouth Pet Hospital. The white-and-black cat was rushed to the charity’s hospital…
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14 March
Cat survives boiling water attack
A beloved family cat had boiling water poured over her head and back in a suspected attack. Seven-year-old Tuppence almost died following the incident, but has pulled through following intensive treatment from vet and nursing staff at PDSA’s Bournemouth Pet Hospital. The white-and-black cat was rushed to the charity’s hospital…
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