Pet Owners

The Company of Animals launches new website

The Company of Animals has announced the launch of its new global website. The new site for the “one-stop destination” for pet products, dog training tools and pet ownership advice now offers consumers an “interactive hub” that is “designed to help bring dogs and their owners closer together”. The Company…

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Bob Martin warns of flea influx

Pet care brand Bob Martin has warned dog owners about an influx in fleas due to a series of “mild winters” in recent years.  Research carried out by the company found that fleas “thrive in damp and humid conditions”, but can’t develop below 12°C, meaning winter usually breaks their life-cycle. …

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PIF members confused with CFSG advice for animal businesses

Pet Industry Federation members (PIF) are confused with the “conflicting information” provided by the Canine and Feline Sector group (CFSG), regarding advice for animal related businesses during Covid-19.  In a report issued by the CFSG, pet groomers may only remain open to treat an animal for “welfare reasons”, however members…

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Webbox creates ‘dog friendly’ playlist for Bonfire Night

Pet food brand, Webbox has created a playlist on Spotify to comfort dogs who may be distressed by loud noises on Bonfire Night, 5 November.   Research conducted by the company has shown that playing music can act as a remedy for dogs, helping to “mask the noise and create a…

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PitPat adds FirstVet to its Life plan member scheme

PitPat has announced a partnership with FirstVet to help its members during Covid-19.   The company which provides online fitness trackers for dogs has teamed up with FirstVet to allow customers to access “on-demand” video consultations with “local, qualified veterinarians.”  PitPat formed the idea due to “continued restrictions brought about by…

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PetPanion urges owners to keep sanitisers away from pets

Petpanion is urging pet owners to not put hand sanitisers near their pets as Covid-19 restrictions return. The pet health and wellbeing app, which says the third most common behavioural issue exhibited by the dogs profiled on its service is that of eating non-food items, is warning owners to be…

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PFMA notes ‘dramatic rise’ in new Millennial pet owners

The Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association (PFMA) has found that 35% of young adults have now acquired or plan to acquire a pet, according to its new Covid-19 pet survey.  The survey found that 19%, or 2.1 million Millennials collected a new pet in lockdown, while 16%, or 1.8 million, are…

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Pets4Homes launches deposit scheme

Online pet marketplace, Pets4Homes, has launched a new deposit scheme service that is set to offer “peace of mind to all parties involved” in the rehoming process of animals.  It is reportedly the first platform of its kind to launch a deposit scheme, which ensures that a deposit, placed by…

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One in four ‘impulse bought’ puppies during lockdown

New research from the Kennel Club reveals that a quarter of new owners admitted to impulse buying a puppy during the coronavirus pandemic without prior research.  More than two in five bought a puppy to be their companion during lockdown, yet nearly one in four admit they could have inadvertently…

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Animal Friends Insurance launches breed guide

Pet insurance specialist, Animal Friends, has released data from 260,000 claims made last year to help potential dog owners make an informed decision on the breed they choose to purchase. It comes as puppy purchases have risen dramatically both during and after lockdown. The group has warned that if decisions…

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