Industry News
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Sep- 2013 -16 September
Research reveals opportunity for retailers to sell secure cat flaps
Research has shown that 65 per cent of pet doors in cat owners’ homes are unsecured. Cambridge-based microchip pet door company SureFlap undertook a Neighbourhood Cat Campaign to learn more about cat’s behaviour and address owners concerns. SureFlap says its customers are typically those that have become concerned about cats…
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13 September
Four Paws launches new online-platform in the battle against illegal puppy trade
The international animal welfare organisation Four Paws is launching an interactive online platform to raise awareness about the illegal puppy trade. The trade in pedigree puppies is booming to the extent that thousands of them are being offered for sale under false pretences via the internet, in pet shops and…
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11 September
Pet dog costs the average owner £16,000 in its lifetime
New research conducted by a money-saving website suggests that UK dog owners will spend an average of £16,067 during their pet’s lifetime. The study also revealed that 71 per cent of those asked admitted they didn’t take into account the full expense involved in keeping a dog when making their…
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10 September
Bayer launches pocket parasite protection
The ‘It’s a Jungle Out There’ programme from Bayer Animal Health has launched a free mobile app for pet owners, offering a bespoke parasite treatment reminder service, to help them follow their parasite protection plan prescribed by their vet. The app was launched in response to the news from a…
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9 September
Dogs travel in style aboard Stena Line
Leading ferry company Stena Line has launched its upgraded Dog Lodges on the Liverpool to Belfast route. To encourage people to bring their dogs onboard and book them into a lodge, Stena Line has partnered with pet food company, Mackle Petfoods, and online retailer Urban Pup to offer VIP treatment.…
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6 September
Advanced dental care for dogs from Arm & Hammer
The Company of Animals has introduced a range of dental products carrying the famous Arm & Hammer name. Used in households for over 150 years, the range contains Arm & Hammer’s key ingredient – baking soda – and from mouthwashes to toothbrushes, there is a remedy in the range to…
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5 September
More people than ever holiday with pets
Holiday cottage letting agency Holidaycottages.co.uk has reported a 15 per cent increase in the number of people taking their dogs on holiday this year within the UK. It found that one in five customers now take a dog with them and dog-friendly holidays now accounting for 25 per cent of…
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4 September
Ancol supports Birmingham dogs home
Staff from leading pet accessories company Ancol Pet Products joined in the fun and supported a local dogs home at its recent Annual Open Day, helping to raise around £6,000. Over 1,000 people came along to the event at Birmingham Dogs Home Sunnyside in Coven, Wolverhampton on Saturday 17 August,…
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3 September
Leading insurance provider improves on existing policies
MORE TH>N has announced the launch of a new pet insurance product with four levels of cover. The new policy includes Premier, Classic, Basic and Accident Only and is complemented by MultiPet, which will allow owners to insure several pets on one policy and select different levels of cover for…
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2 September
Animalcare company shows strong signs of growth
Supplier of veterinary medicines Animalcare has announced that it has traded in line with market expectations for the year. The year has seen continued growth, with revenues 11 per cent ahead of the previous 12 months. Latest market statistics show sales of veterinary medicines for companion animals in the UK to…
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