Industry News

Nov- 2013 -

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

6 November

The Pet Gazette Team

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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…

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…

4 November

Pet owners warned about dangers of anti-freeze poisoning

The Animal Health Trust (AHT) is urging pet owners to familiarise themselves with the signs of anti-freeze poisoning in their pets to avoid unnecessary deaths. As winter approaches, more people will be topping up the anti-freeze coolant levels in their vehicles, and just a few spilt drops can cause serious…

1 November

Record delegates attend Pet Industry Forum and Awards

The 2013 Pet Industry Award winners were announced at a Hollywood-themed event held at the Chesford Grange Hotel, Warwickshire in front of nearly 200 industry movers and shakers. Introduced to recognise entrepreneurial talent, commercial acumen and quality customer service, the awards were organised by the Pet Industry Federation (PIF) and…