Industry News

Mar- 2013 -

19 March

Be Plant Wise retailers commended

Retailers who support the Be Plant Wise campaign through the order of posters and leaflets to display in their shops will receive a note of thanks from the GB Non-Native Species Secretariat. Part of a DEFRA agency, the Secretariat is responsible for spreading the message about the harm non-native plants…

18 March

Nationwide Easter egg hunt planned to tackle declining footfall

Fifty-six UK towns will launch the ‘Enjoy an Independent Easter’ campaign on 23 March in a bid to encourage more shoppers into town centres. Over 1,100 retailers will participate in the event, created by ‘retail champion’ Clare Rayner to reward consumers for taking the time to visit their local, independent…

15 March

AHT smashes charity cycling challenge target

The Animal Health Trust (AHT) recently raised more than £1,000 for its cancer research charity through a 400-mile cycling challenge at Crufts. Vets, scientists and fundraisers took turns to cycle on the AHT’s stand at Crufts to raise awareness of and funds for its cancer research. Through determination and passion,…

14 March

Byotrol Pet Care named as rising star at Greater China Awards

Byotrol was named as runner up in the Rising Stars category at the recent UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) Greater China Awards. Held at the Lowry Theatre in Salford, the awards were presented by Chinese consul general Pan Yundong and Ana Gibson of Finnair, which was supporting the awards for…

14 March

Butcher’s Pet Care launches new TV ad campaign

Butcher’s Pet Care will be back on television screens this month with adverts for its Lean & Tasty range of dog food. The adverts are a light-hearted take on dogs’ natural behaviour and feature 10 talented dogs doing what healthy dogs do. “This is the first commercial in a new…

14 March

Dogs Trust calls for award nominations

Dogs Trust has called upon dog-lovers across the UK to nominate their “hairy heroes” for its sixth annual Dogs Trust Honours awards ceremony this summer. The Dogs Trust Honours aims to celebrate the difference dogs make to people’s lives at an awards ceremony recognising heart-warming stories of devotion and courage.…

13 March

Researchers awarded at Crufts

Three innovative researchers were presented with International Canine Health Awards at Crufts for their impact on the health and well-being of dogs worldwide. Dr Elaine Ostrander, Dr Gustavo Aguirre and Emily Milodovski, who won the Lifetime Achievement Award, International Prize in Canine Health and Student Inspiration Award respectively, were nominated…

12 March

Hedgehogs and snails among list of country’s most unusual pets

Britain’s pet owners have revealed they own an array of unusual animals, with hedgehogs, scorpions, owls and snails all appearing in the top 10 most popular list. According to a survey, carried out on behalf of one of the country’s top pet ownership websites, pygmy hedgehogs, frogs and snails are…

11 March

‘Big Climb’ for WVS

An animal lover is aiming to climb Mt Kilimanjaro in aid of a global animal charity. In February 2014, Jade Abbott will attempt to climb 5,895m across four climate zones for Luke Gamble’ Worldwide Veterinary Services (WVS) charity, which helps injured, homeless and forgotten animals all over the world. Jade’s…

8 March

Pets at Home tops Sunday Times list

Pets at Home has been listed as number one in the Sunday Times’ top 25 ‘Best Big Companies to Work For’ 2013 compilation. Based on an anonymous employee survey, it was determined that no other company scored higher for questions about managers and colleagues, how people felt about the company,…