Retailers
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Apr- 2014 -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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Mar- 2014 -20 March
Fitting tributes to family members
A retired police officer has set up a business celebrating the lives of people and their beloved pets. Farewell Photographs and Celebration Books was founded by Malcombe Ashman to offer lasting reminders of loved ones through Celebration, Tribute and Memorial Books created from the family’s own photographs. Recently, this service has…
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Nov- 2013 -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…
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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…
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Oct- 2013 -28 October
Kong’s retrieve toy with a twist
The new Off/On Squeaker for Dogsis a clever 2-in-1 throw and retrieve toy with a twist. It’s made from a combination of reinforced strong and durable materials, which are gentle on a dog’s teeth and gums and the squeaker can be turned off for quiet play. An ideal gift for…
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11 October
Wahl release new collection of pet grooming tools
Wahl have released a new collection of pet tools specially designed by animal grooming experts. The new collection of Wahl pet tools have been designed to offer ease-of use, comfort and efficiency when it comes to grooming. Each tool has been created with an ergonomic handle that includes a…
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2 October
PetSafe promotes the importance pet hydration
Following a successful launch at PATS Harrogate, PetSafe’s Ceramic Avalon Pet Fountain is proving a popular way of providing a free-falling, continuously filtered fresh water stream that entices pets to drink adequately throughout the day. The fountain’s ceramic design is hygienic and easy on the eye, making it a popular…
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Aug- 2013 -8 August
Hearing Dogs highlights access issues for deaf people
Hearing Dogs for Deaf People, the charity that provides life-changing services to deaf people, is launching Who lets the dogs in?, a nationwide campaign targeting the retail, hospitality and leisure industries, to encourage businesses to welcome registered assistance dogs accompanied by their disabled owner onto their premises. Hearing Dogs not…
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Jun- 2013 -26 June
Retail sales flat but expected to pick up
Retailers expect sales to pick up next month, after stagnant volumes in the 12 months to June, according to the CBI’s latest monthly Distributive Trades Survey. The survey of 115 firms, which was conducted between 29 May and 13 June, revealed that flat retail sales volumes in the year to…
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26 June
New ‘Working in Pet Shops’ course at the ACC
The Animal Care College has introduced a new level 3 LASER accredited certification on Caring for Animals: Working in Pet Shops, which is a 10-week online short course. The course run by the college, which has been open for over 30 years, is acceptable to Licensing Officers and EHOs. The…
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