Industry News
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Nov- 2012 -9 November
A Dog’s Life: RSPCA worker to raise funds by living like a mutt
An animal carer is aiming to raise much-needed funds for the RSPCA by living the life of a dog for one week. Simon Weston, an animal care assistant at the Cross Lane, Wallasey branch of the RSPCA, will spend seven days living in a kennel in aid of the organisation.…
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8 November
Albion Meat Products celebrates 30 years with rebranding
A leading Worcestershire-based pet food manufacturer has recently celebrated its 30th birthday, announcing a rebranding of its range with a whole new set of packaging and logos in the offing. Albion Meat Products, a business started by Catherine Donegan when she was just 18, prides itself on providing the essentials…
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8 November
Pet hotel Bilton Hilton on move under new ownership
The hotel for pets – offering spa treatment, luxury stays and fulfilling diva-like requests – has been sold and is on the move to Coventry. Bilton-Hilton pet hotel started six years ago in the form of a single rabbit hutch in owner Jess Rendle’s garden at her bungalow in Rugby,…
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7 November
Monty Halls gets involved in ‘best dog walk’ competition
Dartmouth-based TV explorer and expert diver Monty Halls, whose adventures with his beloved dog Reuben are captured in the hit TV series Great Escapes, is getting behind an exciting new competition to find the best dog walk on the South West Coast Path. Dog walkers are being invited to nominate…
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6 November
Kennel Club urges responsible dog ownership
Responsible dog ownership is a “major issue affecting today’s society,” according to the Kennel Club, and that’s why the organisation has joined forces with Baggee to release special branded Doggee waste bag holders. Available in green and orange, the Kennel Club Doggee waste bags have a key chain that clips…
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5 November
Driffield bird food site granted A grade status for third year running
A Yorkshire bird food company was granted the top ‘A grade’ rating from the British Retail Consortium for the third year in a row. The production facilities, in Driffield, had twice previously reached this grade but, remarkably, they achieved the third title after being taken over by Westland Horticulture earlier…
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2 November
Keeping wild birds fed over winter is top priority for pet brand
Gardeners are being reminded by a top pet brand that keeping wild birds healthy with garden food should remain a top priority this winter. ChapelWood has developed a brand to maintain and care for the wild birds which occupy gardens and rely on the bird food for nutrition. Henry Corbett,…
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2 November
Pets at Home plan fifth ‘‘Innovation Day’’ for December
Pet retailing giants Pets at Home is offering aspiring inventors the chance to show their pet products at its fifth Innovation Day on 5 December. The competition was created to give budding developers and designers the opportunity to present their ideas and products to a panel of key decision makers…
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2 November
Hypoallergenic treats to address pets’ dietary needs
Most pet owners across the UK recognise the dietary restrictions of their cherished companion during meal times and know that these diets can be the difference between a comfortable or irritating lifestyle for their pet. What many owners don’t realise, however, according to research from Burgess Pet Care, is the…
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1 November
Groomer of the Year leaves hospital to take second title
The Groomer of the Year was crowned at the recent British Dog Grooming Championship and the title went to a former winner of the competition – who had only just left hospital. Alison Rogers won the award with a Purebred Scissor Bichon Frise and a clipped/stripped Springer spaniel, with Linda…
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