Industry News
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Jan- 2016 -28 January
Bayer Animal Health unites two brands in the fight against parasites
In a new campaign Bayer Animal Health has brought together its products, Drontal and Advantage, to increase compliance and raise awareness of the importance of regular parasite protection. Drontal and Advantage brand manager Vicky McAllister said: “At Bayer, we recognise those who sell parasite products, have an important part…
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27 January
PIF seeks industry views
The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) is reaching out to the industry in response to the government’s consultation on the review of animal establishment licensing. The Department of Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) announced the consultation at the end of 2015. The far-reaching consultation is seeking the views of stakeholders on a…
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27 January
PDSA offers free workshops for veterinary professionals
Vet charity, PDSA, is offering free workshops to help veterinary professionals deliver new welfare checks known as ‘PetWise MOTs’. The checks focus on the five welfare needs, as defined in the Animal Welfare Acts, and follow reports that public awareness of these needs has dwindled*. Richard Casey, PDSA Pet Well-being…
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26 January
Innovation highlighted at BETA International 2016
New products have been showcased and celebrated at the BETA International 2016 Innovation Awards during this year’s trade fair at the NEC, Birmingham, on Monday 25 January. The judges were online retailer Anna Franklin, of Franklin & Billard, veterinary surgeon Peter Wright, of The Yorkshire Vet TV fame, SMS saddle…
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26 January
Lily’s Kitchen celebrates Queen’s 90th birthday
British pet food producer, Lily’s Kitchen, is celebrating the Queen’s 90th birthday in a unique way. The company is launching Coronation Chicken, a limited edition recipe for dogs, available this spring and summer. The new product uses natural ingredients, including freshly prepared chicken, cranberries, apricots and squash, warmed by a pinch of…
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25 January
Vets warn against sticks for dogs
Owners are being advised by leading vets not to throw sticks for dogs. Vets are warning of the dangers after a reported rise in life-threatening injuries due to owners throwing sticks for pets. British Veterinary Association president Sean Wensley said: “Throwing sticks for your dog can result in serious and…
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25 January
Dreamies™ updates pack design
Mars Petcare has announced the launch of a complete pack redesign for Dreamies™. The new packaging aims to draw-in customers with bright colours, an updated logo and redesigned cat character. Dreamies™ has also re-launched its bulk pack. Following a successfull US launch the brand’s 110g offering will be placed 180g bulk…
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25 January
Pets Corner opens new store in Wokingham
On January 23 2016, retail chain Pets Corner opened a new store in Wokingham. The store will stock live animals alongside naturally sourced items for a variety of pets. It will also offer a small home farming range and a free health club providing nutritional advice for pets. Scott Sherriff, regional manager at…
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25 January
World-record breaking first for British Hen charity
One lucky hen set a world record on the 23 January for being the 500,000th hen homed by a charity, the British Hen Welfare Trust. ‘Dee’, so-called because ‘D’ represents 500 in Roman numerals, became the half a millionth hen to be saved from slaughter and re-homed as a family pet by the…
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25 January
The PFMA forms a special group for raw commercial producers
The Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association (PFMA) has announced the creation of a new ‘Raws Group’. It will focus on issues of interest to commercial raw producers. Seven companies within the sector will be joining the group, including long-standing PFMA member, Natures Menu, and six new members. The Raws Group includes: Benyfit…
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