Trade Organisations
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Nov- 2012 -20 November
NOAH launches pet disease prevention campaign
The National Office of Animal Health (NOAH) is embarking on an “I heart my pet” campaign to encourage pet owners to seek expert advice on preventing disease. NOAH research during 2007 and 2011 examined attitudes towards preventative healthcare in pet owners, which compared those who routinely prevented disease (preventers) with…
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15 November
Website launched to help vets setting up in practice
Vets4Pets has launched its new website, aiming to inform veterinary professionals about joint venture partnerships. The new website, started by the national network of veterinary practices, wants to explain the opportunities of joint venture partnerships and how the prospect of running a practice can be a reality and details the…
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13 November
New yellow ribbon SpaceDogs awareness campaign launched
A Manchester-based appeal has been launched to spread awareness and education of rescue and normal dogs’ special needs and requirements. SpaceDogs, an appeal started by Judi Rudd, is going to be signified by a yellow ribbon, designed to be worn by dogs and/or the owner, which will be available for…
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12 November
APPCC issues warning to horse owners in wake of court case ruling
The Association of Private Pet Cemeteries and Crematoria (APPCC) has issued a stark warning to horse owners after a fraudulent pet cremation provider was given an eight month suspended sentence and a £53,000 fine for duping horse owners. Philip ‘John’ Cooper, 70, of West Lydbrook, Somerset, who previously traded under…
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9 November
PDSA calls on owners to stop bad diets and pet neglect in recent study
The PDSA has released figures of a recent survey, showing millions of pets are more overweight and misunderstood than ever due to fundamental gaps in pet owners’ animal welfare knowledge. 18.5 million dogs, cats and rabbits are being fed deathly diets and 11.2 million pets are at risk of life-threatening…
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9 November
PDSA report reveals shocking dog attack figures
A shocking new animal welfare report by leading veterinary charity PDSA has revealed millions of pets are more aggressive than ever, which could be owing to a lack of basic understanding of pets and their needs. The Animal Wellbeing Report (PAW) report, conducted by the PDSA in conjunction with YouGov,…
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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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Oct- 2012 -10 October
Vets4Pets partners with Ashleigh & Pudsey
National network of veterinary practices Vets4Pets has announced that Britain’s Got Talent winners Ashleigh and Pudsey will partner them to help raise awareness of the importance of preventative pet healthcare. Marketing director of Vets4Pets Mike Hopkins said: “Ashleigh and Pudsey are the ideal partners for Vets4Pets [as] they exemplify everything…
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9 October
PCTA seeks new chief executive
Following the departure of Janet Nunn, the Pet Care Trade Association (PCTA) is seeking a new chief executive. The new chief executive will be required to develop, drive and deliver a strategic vision for both the PCTA and the Pet Care Trust. He or she will also be expected to…
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5 October
Renowned dog groomer opens training school in London
Award-winning dog groomer Colin Taylor has opened his own dog grooming training school in London. The Colin Taylor Academy operates from the premises of salon and pet boutique, Just Barking in Kensal Rise, London. Training at the Academy is designed for both beginners looking to achieve a nationally-recognised City &…
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