Trade Organisations

OATA hits out at ‘so called’ consultation over SVS change status

The Ornamental Aquatic Trading Association (OATA) has used its submission to a consultation on Susceptible and Vector Species (SVS) to complain about the way Defra has handled proposed changes to the disease status of a number of popular aquarium fish. OATA claimed that Defra has failed to follow Government Consultation…

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PIF launches new directories of products and services

The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) has launched two new digital business directories on its website, showcasing members’ products and services. The directories are categorised into two distinct types: PIF MarketPlace, which is the product directory; and PIF B2B which is a directory of service benefits to pet businesses. These directories…

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PSC and UK Pet Food partner to support sustainable packaging

The Pet Sustainability Coalition (PSC) has partnered with UK Pet Food, the trade body for the UK pet food industry, to open the Packaging Pledge program to its members this year. Since its launch in August of 2022, PSC has provided tools and resources for 15 pet brands and distributors…

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PCFA officially recognised as Primary Authority

Pet Care Franchise Association (PCFA), a new trade organisation with the primary aim of enhancing animal welfare standards for companion animals, has received official recognition with the City of London Corporation acting as Primary Authority for its members. PCFA is a group of well-respected pet-care franchises that have joined forces…

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NOAH launches Paws to Protect campaign

The National Office of Animal Health (NOAH) has launched its new Paws to Protect campaign. The campaign aims to improve pet owner awareness of the importance of reading and following the packaging information provided with veterinary medicines. Vets and retailers can use the campaign’s pet-owner facing resources to support their…

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PIF introduces associate membership category

The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) has announced that it is introducing a new associate membership category. The new category is aimed at businesses that don’t directly make or provide products or services for pets but want to raise its profile in the pet sector. The associate membership has been designed…

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OATA and NCRW to offer training scheme in inspection

Ornamental Aquatic Trading Association (OATA) has partnered with the National Centre for Reptile Welfare (NCRW) to offer a two-day course for local authority inspectors who undertake animal activities licensing for pet vending establishments. According to OATA, it’s estimated more than three-quarters of all pet shops that require a licence to…

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PAAG launches new advertising standards for animal welfare

The Pet Advertising Advisory Group (PAAG) has launched its new advertising standards for classified advertising websites to reduce the number of poorly bred pets bought by unsuspecting buyers from low-quality online pet adverts. According to PAAG, each year, many new owners become victims of “unscrupulous” online sellers, thinking they are…

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NOAH elects new leadership team

The National Office of Animal Health (NOAH) has elected its new leadership team at its most recent AGM. Ned Flaxman, UK country manager for Krka UK Ltd has been elected as the new chair of NOAH for 2023/24 having previously been NOAH’s vice-chair. Flaxman has had a 20 year career…

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Three grooming bodies unite to boost industry training

The British Isles Grooming Association, iPet Network and The Groomers Spotlight are working together to promote new courses as part of iPet’s Professional Development Recognition Scheme (PDRS). The PDRS aims to offer continued high quality training to people working in animal care and veterinary science and give existing groomers opportunities…

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