Trade Organisations

Oct- 2012 -

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

2 August

BVA welcomes report addressing dog welfare challenges

The Advisory Council on the Welfare Issues of Dog Breeding has recently published a report that sets out eight priority welfare problems. British Veterinary Association (BVA) president Carl Padgett said: “We welcome the Dog Advisory Council’s report, which highlights key welfare issues of dog breeding and makes sound, practical recommendations…

Jul- 2012 -

10 July

NAWT survey reveals small pet ownership comes at a cost

Small, furry pets are among the most popular of companions, but their love comes at a price, according to a new survey by the National Animal Welfare Trust (NAWT). Although up to 32 per cent of small pet-owners say their pets are their greatest companions – above even partners, children…

9 July

Independent retailer mentoring scheme launched

The National Skills Academy for Retail has launched a business mentoring service for independent retailers. The scheme, entitled ‘Business Mentoring’, has been announced during Independent Retailer Month, during which retailers are being urged to promote themselves through sales and events to raise their profile in their local area. Business Mentoring…

Jun- 2012 -

19 June

Support Adoption For Pets gets makeover

Support Adoption For Pets has undergone a brand makeover. The charity provides financial support to animal welfare charities and local rehoming centres across the UK. A dedicated website has also been set up as part of the re-branding to help the charity promote its work and gain an easier outlet…

1 June

PCTA chief executive re-elected vice-president of EPO

Chief executive of the Pet Care Trade Association (PCTA) Janet Nunn has been re-elected vice-president of the European Pet Organisation (EPO) at its recent AGM. Janet, speaking about her re-election for a third term, said: “I am delighted and honoured to be re-elected as vice-president and look forward to working…