Industry News

The Guinness World Records of the animal kingdom

A rampaging reptile and a coordinated canine have made their way into the new Guinness World Records book. After researching and scouring the animal kingdom for over a year, the global authority on record-breaking achievement, announced the best new pet and animal records from the new Guinness World Records 2016…

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Interpet gains silver Investors in People accreditation

Aquatic and pet product manufacturer, Interpet Limited, has been awarded the Investors in People Silver Standard.  The company, which has been manufacturing for over half a century, signed up to ‘Working with Investors in People’ in 2012. Its people management processes were benchmarked against best practice as evidenced by the Investors…

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New head of sales for Lily’s Kitchen

Lily’s Kitchen, the maker of natural and nutritious proper food for pets, has appointed a new head of sales. Helen Barr joins Lily’s Kitchen from the UK’s best selling baby food company, Ella’s Kitchen and before that, she started her career at Mars working across chocolate, pet food and ice cream…

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Royal Canin® names Rescue Cat of the Year

Tabby cat Mr. Norris from Sunny Harbour Rescue Centre in Fife has been crowned ROYAL CANIN®’s Rescue Cat of the Year 2015. Over 500 rescue cats competed for the title and 50 finalists were selected. Members of the public voted over an eight week period, and Mr. Norris received the most votes – although…

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European Court of Justice rules travelling as working time

Time spent travelling to and from first and last appointments by workers without a fixed office should be regarded as working time. Many employees had not previously considered this time as work. This means that firms including those who employ staff to travel to and from work without a fixed…

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New vet practice uses all five senses to help keep pets calm

Ian Stroud and his team at Vet4Life Surbiton have created a vet practice unlike any other. It’s the first in the world to use sight, sound, smell, taste and touch to create a relaxing environment for pets and their owners – to help take the stress out of every visit.…

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Cats Protection launches knitting bee

Are you adept with your knitting needles? Cats Protection, the UK’s largest cat charity, needs your help. Crafty cat-lovers are being asked to help unwanted cats and kittens this autumn by making cosy blankets and fun mouse toys as part of the organisation’s knitting bee. The UK’s largest cat charity is…

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PATS Telford plans exciting seminar lineup

Pet trade show PATS Telford is inviting visitors to attend its free seminars. The event, which takes place on September 27-28, will feature 180 exhibitors and a range of talks on industry-related subjects. Topics will include; your ultimate guide to independent success; retailing RAW pet foods; helping your customers’ pets…

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Pet fraudsters are on the rise

Action Fraud are warning animal lovers to be aware of buying pets advertised for sale via popular online auction websites.   The national fraud and cyber crime reporting centre, says it receives on average 90-100 reports of pet related auction fraud every month and 50-60 are specifically about puppies.  …

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Sainsbury’s Bank finds pets make good companions for kids

Do pets have a positive impact on children? A new survey commissioned by Sainsbury’s Bank Pet Insurance suggests children and animals may benefit from living together. Over half (51 percent) of respondents thought that pets made good companions for kids. 48 percent felt pets taught children about responsibility and 35 percent stated…

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