Industry News
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Dec- 2013 -3 December
Census shows three cats and dogs are stolen in UK every day
According to new research released today, unscrupulous thieves are stealing cats and dogs from all over the UK at an alarming rate. The UK’s first ever Pet Theft Census, from MORE TH>N Pet Insurance, reveals how one in every five (20 per cent) of cat and dog owners have experienced the…
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Nov- 2013 -28 November
Dogs needn’t miss out on Movember
Doggy herbal tea specialist, Woof & Brew is getting man’s best friend to sprout a moustache for Doggy Movember. The company is helping to change the face of men’s health by superimposing moustaches onto the photos sent in by dog owners. There are 13 classic styles to choose from whether…
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27 November
New meet and greet service for dog lovers
A new social networking site has been established for dog owners so they can find playmates for their dogs. Created by dog owner Annette B Kellow, Barkbook allows people to meet up with other owners in their local area and either join them for walks, or walk their dogs while…
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14 November
Fledgling business makes a promising start
Leaving a successful career in recruitment behind, Claire Hunter has gone on to establish a flourishing business in the pet trade and take the title of Retailer of the Month in the process. Managing director of Claire’s Comfy Canines, Claire only opened her shop in May this year and her…
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13 November
Hair raising advert scoops awards
The Mutz Nutz Pet Boutique in London’s trendy Notting Hill has taken top honours in the best print category in a poll from website bestadsontv.com The weekly round up that celebrates “bravery in advertising” from different media including print, TV, outdoor, interactive and radio singled out the WildWash advert, which…
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11 November
Competitors wanted for Sport Relief game show
Sport Relief and the BBC are on the hunt for dog lovers to compete in a brand new game show. They are looking for professional dogs and their trainers/owners that work within industries such as search and rescue, the military and the police as well as pet dogs and their…
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7 November
New faces at Westland Horticulture to develop its brands
Three new starters have joined Westland Horticulture’s marketing team and will be looking to develop the prominence of the company and its key brands. Nutritional technologist Lorron Bright is based in Driffield and will work closely with the marketing division to provide technical guidance and aid new product development. She…
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6 November
The Pet Gazette Team
Address Mulberry Publications, Wellington House, Butt Road, Colchester, Essex CO3 3DA Telephone (+44) 1206 767 797 Email customers@mulberrypublications.co.uk Editor Sam Guiry: 01206 767797, sam@petgazette.biz Editorial Assistant Lauren Morton: 01206 767797, lauren@petgazette.biz Production Assistant Maddi Mears: 01206 767797, copy@mulberrypublications.co.uk Sales Executive Lucy Martin: 01206 767797, lucy@petgazette.biz Accounts Maureen Scrivener: 01206 767797, accounts@mulberrypublications.co.uk
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6 November
Animal charity scoops top prize in competition
Animal charity PDSA has received a £50,000 boost to help save more pets’ lives after being unveiled as the winner of a national charity initiative. The charity, which provides free vet care for pets in need, has scooped the top prize in the Vote that Counts competition run by the…
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5 November
Illuminating new range from leading manufacturer
German company flexi – Bogdahn International has unveiled its new flexi NEON lead range to light up dark winter nights. A market leader in retractable dog leads, the company says: “The NEON tape and NEON cord leashes, as well as the cool graffiti-style casing design of the small, medium and…
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