Trade Organisations
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Oct- 2013 -7 October
Nutritional dog food fit for human consumption
Pet Organic has designed a new dog food which it claims is fit for human consumption. The dog food is made from 95 per cent fresh organic ingredients and the weekly menu consists of five delicious recipes ranging from Cumberland pie to salmon and gluten-free pasta. Director, Annie…
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Sep- 2013 -17 September
Online pet advertising needs to be controlled
A puppy offered in a ‘swap for a mobile phone’ and a ‘fighting dog with big teeth’ are just two examples of the worst online pet advertisements being highlighted today by the Pet Advertising Advisory Group (PAAG). The group comprises of representatives from the UK’s leading animal welfare groups and…
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13 September
Four Paws launches new online-platform in the battle against illegal puppy trade
The international animal welfare organisation Four Paws is launching an interactive online platform to raise awareness about the illegal puppy trade. The trade in pedigree puppies is booming to the extent that thousands of them are being offered for sale under false pretences via the internet, in pet shops and…
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9 September
Dogs travel in style aboard Stena Line
Leading ferry company Stena Line has launched its upgraded Dog Lodges on the Liverpool to Belfast route. To encourage people to bring their dogs onboard and book them into a lodge, Stena Line has partnered with pet food company, Mackle Petfoods, and online retailer Urban Pup to offer VIP treatment.…
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6 September
Advanced dental care for dogs from Arm & Hammer
The Company of Animals has introduced a range of dental products carrying the famous Arm & Hammer name. Used in households for over 150 years, the range contains Arm & Hammer’s key ingredient – baking soda – and from mouthwashes to toothbrushes, there is a remedy in the range to…
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3 September
Leading insurance provider improves on existing policies
MORE TH>N has announced the launch of a new pet insurance product with four levels of cover. The new policy includes Premier, Classic, Basic and Accident Only and is complemented by MultiPet, which will allow owners to insure several pets on one policy and select different levels of cover for…
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2 September
Animalcare company shows strong signs of growth
Supplier of veterinary medicines Animalcare has announced that it has traded in line with market expectations for the year. The year has seen continued growth, with revenues 11 per cent ahead of the previous 12 months. Latest market statistics show sales of veterinary medicines for companion animals in the UK to…
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Aug- 2013 -22 August
Moggies remain a mystery to many
A new survey by leading feline welfare charity Cats Protection shows that many people are failing to understand the language of cats, with a distinct lack of Dr Dolittles among British owners. The research, which surveyed over 1,100 adult cat owners, found a worrying lack of knowledge in certain areas,…
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21 August
Prevention is better than punishment says UK vets
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has reiterated its call for preventive action to deal with the problem of out of control dogs, as the Government announces a consultation on increasing penalties for irresponsible dog owners who allow their dogs to attack members of the public. The BVA has worked alongside…
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20 August
Pets in pictures
A leading animal charity has launched its popular annual photography competition with award-winning photographer Paul Walker as this year’s guest judge. PetSavers, the charity that funds vital research into pet diseases, is inviting amateur photographers and pet-lovers alike to submit their best pictures of their pets in action with a…
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