Industry News

Scruffs® grabs attention with ‘country manor’ Interzoo stand

Manchester-based luxury pet bedding company Scruffs® was flying the flag for the United Kingdom at the 2016 Interzoo trade event. The show, which took place in late May 2016, saw the introduction of the latest products in the Scruffs® collection and the launch of the new 2016-17 catalogue. With distribution in over…

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Cold pressed dog food firm set to debut at Dog Fest

A new  cold pressed pet food supplier is set to make its début at Dog Fest in Cheshire next week. Guru, founded by husband and wife team Andrew and Lisa Clarke and based in South Lancashire, is making its first ever appearance at a big show and is hoping to…

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How healthy are the UK’s pets? PDSA launches new survey

Vet charity, PDSA, has launched an appeal to vets and vet nurses across the UK. The veterinary profession has been invited to contribute to the 2016 PDSA Animal Wellbeing (PAW) Report. Vets, vet nurses and students can share their views on the issues affecting the health and welfare of UK pets today…

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New luxury dishes from Town & Country Petfoods

The award-winning firm, Town & Country Petfoods, has launched two new luxury product formats. The new items are available from June 2016 and include FEED ME! Something Special pouches for dogs and tempt me! Petit portions for cats. The products are free of artificial colours, flavours and preservatives. Peter Parkinson, marketing…

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PATS Telford expects more overseas buyers

Pet trade show, PATS Telford, has predicted a surge in the number of overseas buyers attending the September 2016 event.  The exhibition will take place at the Telford International Centre, in easy proximity to Manchester and Birmingham airports. The event’s announcement follows high levels of interest in PATS at the Interzoo show in…

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48% think Britain’s cat population is out of control

48 percent of people questioned by the Big Yorkshire Cat Rescue Survey believe that Britain’s cat population is out of control. 61 percent noticed an increase in the number of homeless cats. 92 percent want to see a crack-down on owners releasing unwanted cats into the wild. The survey asked participants who they…

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Eukanuba welcomes Noel Fitzpatrick to DogFest

Thousands of animal enthusiasts are expected to attend DogFest 2016. Premium pet food brand, Eukanuba, will attend the consumer show, which takes place on June 18-19 at Arley Hall in Cheshire and June 25-26 at Windsor Great Park. During the event, Eukanuba will be educating animal lovers about the importance of providing…

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Just two weeks till Bring Your Dog To Work Day

There’s just over two weeks until national Bring Your Dog To Work Day. On Friday 24th June, businesses from across the UK will welcome their pets to work as part of a boost to raise money for All Dogs Matter. HOWND, the natural pet care brand, are the organisers of the…

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Fish can recognise human faces, new research shows

A species of tropical fish has been shown to be able to distinguish between human faces, according to a new study. It is believed that this is the first time fish have demonstrated this ability. The research, carried out by a team of scientists from the University of Oxford (UK)…

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Mars Petcare launches Dreamies Snacky Mouse

Mars PetCare has launched Dreamies Snacky Mouse, an interactive snacking treat and toy for cats. The limited edition mouse-shaped wobble toy has been designed to dispense DREAMIES™ treats as cats bat, tap, pounce and play with it. Snacky Mouse™ aims to encourage cat play and interaction with owners. “We know that…

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