Industry News
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Apr- 2014 -15 April
Strictly no cats allowed
A unique breed of dog store has opened in Wilmslow that is sure to get local tails wagging. Barkers, a brand new shop exclusively for dogs, now occupies the former Blockbusters store on Alderley Road and is a must-visit shopping destination for dogs and their owners. The shop…
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14 April
Supreme celebrates all things rabbit and guinea pig in May
The Think Rabbit + Month will see vet practices across the UK getting involved to help promote the best rabbit and guinea pig health care for all these loveable small family pets. Vet practices are giving away some amazing goody bags to new and existing rabbit and guinea pig…
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11 April
Ceva launches Adaptil puppy training films
Ceva Animal Health has launched a series of puppy training films to educate dog owners on new puppy ownership, from purchasing through to training. The three films, which are available to view in the puppy section of the Adaptil website are presented by the leading dog trainer and behaviourist Carolyn…
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10 April
Survey reveals owners let pets share their beds
A new survey commissioned by Time4Sleep suggests that 22 per cent of dog owners and 28 per cent of cat owners are happy to let their cats and dogs cuddle up with them every night. The survey also revealed of those who said their cat or dog has slept in…
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9 April
PFMA plans for the future of the UK’s pets
In March, the Pet Food Manufacturer’s Association (PFMA) brought together key figures in the pet care sector to highlight the issue of pet obesity and look at how the industry could tackle this growing problem. The Pet Obesity Question Time launched the start of the PFMA’s #Get Pets Fit campaign…
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8 April
Independents’ Day campaign set for July 4
The National Skills Academy for Retail and People 1st has launched its 4th annual Independents’ Day campaign. Celebrating the contribution independent businesses make to the UK, the campaign culminates on July 4 when the public are encouraged to make use of independent businesses. Last year thousands of businesses in over…
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7 April
BRC welcomes European Parliament vote on card payment fees
The British Retail Consortium (BRC) has welcomed a vote by MEPs for an overhaul of the European payments market, which could include introducing a cap on bank fees charged to retailers for card payments. It is thought that the caps could be set at 0.2 per cent and 0.3 per…
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4 April
National Pet Month invites UK pet trade to join in silver celebrations
National Pet Month celebrates its 25th anniversary this year with the UK pet trade being urged to join the party and raise funds for their favourite pet charities. This national celebration of responsible pet ownership has helped countless pet organisations over the past 25 years with thousands of pet owners, vet…
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3 April
Puppy socialisation plan to get Britain’s dogs back on track
Almost one in five dog owners admit that they are never or rarely in control of their dogs when out on a walk and half claim to be embarrassed by their dog’s behaviour in public, according to research from dog welfare organisations, the Kennel Club and Dogs Trust. The findings…
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2 April
Sneyd’s Wonderfeeds expanding fast
An increase in the demand for the Sneyd’s Wonderdog range, as well as its small animal feeds, has led to the appointment of Simon Le Jeune to the company’s sales department. Chairman of the company John Sneyd said the company developed a two year expansion plan during the latter quarter…
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