Industry News
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Dec- 2016 -2 December
Scruffs’® Christmas extravaganza is in full swing
Manchester-based pet bed specialist Scruffs® has launched massive 20-day giveaway event this week to mark the start of the upcoming festive season. Dubbed #Scruffs20Days, the pet-bedding company is offering 20 beds of various sizes and shapes to suit all different types of dog breeds. Prizes will include Memory Foam, Self-Heating and…
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2 December
Naturediet celebrates 40 years
Family run company Naturediet is celebrating 40 years in business. Founded in 1976 by Robin Orrow, its vision was to produce a healthier, more natural food for dogs than the contemporary feeds of the time. After two years of research, Naturediet produced a shelf stable version of the quality raw food.…
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2 December
Abandoned dogs given a makeover
Two abandoned dogs have been given the makeover they deserve, in the hope of finding them new forever homes. Gandalf and Daisy were only two of the 700 lost dogs and puppies the Merseyside Dogs’ Home received in 2016, for whom they needed to find forever homes. The Groom Room at…
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2 December
Support Dogs honours The Kennel Club
National assistance dog charity Support Dogs has thanked the The Kennel Club for its long-standing support. The Special Recognition Award was given to the Kennel Club at an annual Awards and Graduation Ceremony held by the charity. It recognised The Kennel Club’s role as a vocal advocate for the work…
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1 December
Dog-sitters named Micro Business of the Year
A dog-sitting business was named Micro Business of the Year at the Amazon Growing Business Awards. Barking Mad was established in 2000 as an alternative to kennels. The service arranges holidays for dogs when their owners need to go away. Speaking after picking up the award, Lee Dancy, managing director, said:…
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Nov- 2016 -30 November
Capone Campaign cracks down on back yard rabbit breeders
A new campaign hopes to tackle unlicensed rabbit breeders. The Rabbit Welfare Association & Fund (RWAF) has launched the Capone Campaign with support from Pets Corner. It addresses fears that breeders in classified, online advertisements are not subject to regulations, legislation or welfare checks. Using bespoke software, the charity has analysed thousands of ‘rabbit for sale’…
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30 November
PATS Sandown sets its sights on new exhibitors
PATS Sandown will play host to new and international exhibitors as well as the industry’s big-name brands, all of which will be showcasing their 2017 launches over two action packed days on March 21-22. An impressive number of suppliers and manufacturers are appearing at the Sandown Park venue in Surrey for…
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30 November
Tetra launch new automatic aquarium feeder
Tetra has launched myFeeder, a new automatic feeder which contains unique technology to maintain food quality by protecting it against light, air, and moisture. Providing a reliable and safe way to feed aquarium fish, the Tetra myFeeder, with its triple protection technology, helps food retains its nutrients and consistency for…
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30 November
New breed selector tool launched
A new free breed selector tool has been launched to help potential owners when picking the best pet for them. Bow Wow Meow, creator of the tool, is trying to change the statistics on abandoned pets. Enlisting a team of specialist dog trainers with years of experience working with both…
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29 November
Raw food recalled over Salmonella fears
Natures Menu is recalling its ‘Country Hunter 80% Farm Reared Turkey with Wholesome Fruit and Veg’ frozen pet food, because the product contains Salmonella. Salmonella is a bacterium that can cause food poisoning. In a notice the company said: “In September 2016, Natures menu produced a batch of 900 bags…
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