Trade Organisations
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Nov- 2012 -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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1 October
Peter Harlech Jones elected as president of the BVA
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) elected Peter Harlech Jones as president for 2012/13 during its recent AGM at the Merseyside Maritime Museum in Liverpool. Mr Jones, an international consultant on veterinary medicines, was born and raised in North Wales. He qualified from the University of Liverpool Veterinary School in 1971…
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Sep- 2012 -18 September
Chief executive of Pet Care Trust Janet Nunn leaves role
The Pet Care Trust and its chief executive Janet Nunn released a joint statement to announce Janet’s immediate departure from the organisation on 14 September. Janet Nunn remarked of her departure: “I’ve really enjoyed my time at the Pet Care Trust and appreciated the support and friendship shown by the…
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12 September
ECMA welcomes Companion Animal Welfare Council report
The Electronic Collar Manufacturers Association’s (EMCA) UK spokesperson Lord Duncan McNair has stated that the organisation welcomes the Companion Animal Welfare Council (CAWC) report on electronic collars. The report demonstrates that there is insufficient scientific evidence to indicate any damaging effects of electronic collars on the welfare of dogs. Lord…
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7 September
Former RCVS president dies
Former president of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) Jack Brain Walsby HonFRCVS passed away on 25 August. Mr Walsby was a member of the RCVS Council for sixteen years between 1983 and 1999 and served as president from 1991 to 1992. RCVS president Jacqui Molyneux said: “He was…
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Aug- 2012 -28 August
Website launched to support pet bereavement
One traumatic year on from the death of her beloved West Highland terrier, Murphy, Sharon Gillespie has launched a website to help others share their grief at the loss of a pet. In the 12 months since Murphy passed away, Sharon has lost her mother, suffered a brain stem stroke…
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