Industry News
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Sep- 2016 -22 September
Garden centre faces “carnage” due to roadworks
Aย Gloucestershire garden centre is facing turmoil due to resurfacing road works closing off the business to the public. Tewkesbury Garden Centreย has been subject to theย A38 roadworks with little or no notice according to Rachel Gallagher, the manager. “The roadworks have hit our trade hard with next to nothing coming through…
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22 September
Garden centres are getting ready for National Conifer Week 2016
National Conifer Weekย takes placeย on September 24 โ October 2 2016. Garden centres across the country will be highlighting conifers with eye catching displays, demonstrating the variety and choice available. A statement from theย Horticultural Trades Association (HTA)ย draws attention to conifers’ ability to provide structure and colour all year round, saying: “From…
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22 September
Responses to Defra’s review of animal establishments licensing released
A summary of responses to Defraโs consultation on the review of animal establishments licensing in England has been published. This consultation ran for 12 weeks, from the 20 December 2015 until the 12 March 2016. The consultation covers proposals to introduce new secondary legislation under the Animal Welfare Act 2006,…
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21 September
One in 60 Cavalier King Charles Spaniels under threat
One in 60ย Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are affected by an inherited condition called syringomyelia. The findings were revealed by aย veterinary research initiative at the Royal Veterinary College (RVC). The spinal cord condition is potentially debilitating, painful and life-limiting. Fluid filled cavities called syrinxes grow within the spinal cord, causing pain…
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21 September
British companies can get cash for exhibiting at Global Pet Expo
The PetQuip association has secured cash grants for British companies at Global Pet Expo in Orlando, Florida in March 2017. The trade organisation has announced that eligible Britishย exhibitorsย will receive an attractive package. Grants are subject to the terms and conditions of the Department for International Trade (DIT) Tradeshow Access Programme…
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21 September
New regulatory body authorised to maintain a register of SQPs
A new regulatory body has been authorised to maintain a register for Suitably Qualified Persons (SQPS). The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) has authorised VetSkill to maintain a register for Suitably Qualified Persons (SQPs) to prescribe and supply POM-VPS and NFA-VPS veterinary medicines. VetSkill is an Ofqual approved awarding organisation that…
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21 September
Fashion show aims to raise awareness for charity
A sustainable fashion show is hoping to raise awareness for pet charity, Blue Cross. A team of Regentโs University London students and staff are organising a fashion show and catwalk. Titled โA Sustainable Future,โ the show will take place on Thursday 15 December at the Universityโs Marylebone Theatre, and will…
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21 September
Pet boarding sector shows growth
The pet boarding industry is growing steadily with the number of licences issued by local authoritiesย increasing year on year, according to initial findings revealed by the Pet Industry Federation (PIF). Aย Freedom of Information request in June to nearly 400 councils, found that the average numberย of licensed kennels and catteries has…
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20 September
Bucktons and Natureโs Feast brands will showcase new products at PATS Telford
Bucktons and Natureโs Feast will be attending PATS Telford onย September 25-26. The brands will showcase new products and merchandisingย solutions directly to the trade. Natureโs Feast recentlyย launched a new small animal food collection. It features a range ofย food, treats and hay for rabbits, guinea pigs and hamsters, an area which represents…
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20 September
Pet Industry Federation Awards 2016 receive record entries
The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) has revealed the finalists for this yearโs PIF Awards. ย The Pet Industry Federation Awards celebrate those pet businesses that have made outstanding achievements throughout the year. It also provides an opportunity for the whole industry to come together, socialise and network over a three-course…
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