Month: July 2020

Coronavirus diaries: London Vet Specialists

It’s safe to say we did not expect Covid-19 to have quite the effect it did. We were all under the impression that increased hand hygiene and maintaining distance would be enough to keep everyone safe and well.  When lockdown was introduced the world was hit hard, very quickly.  In…

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Pet Choice expands and rebrands Webbox range

Pets Choice has announced seven new product developments and has rebranded its Webbox Naturals range. The Lancashire-based company said the range has undergone a full rebrand to make it feel “fresh, fun and modern, helping it to boldly stand out on shelves, in a predominantly beige category”. Featuring bright colours…

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Pet owners conned into buying fake medication

One in 10 pet owners have unknowingly fake pet medication online, according to the latest survey from Seresto.  The group, which produces flea and tick control collars, found that 12% of respondents  believe they have previously received fake medicine, but did not report the incident to any authority. In addition,…

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Usdaw urges public to support shopworkers

Retail trade union Usdaw is urging shoppers to follow the law and help to protect shopworkers and other customers by wearing a face covering, while following existing social distancing and hygiene procedures.  The union said shopworkers are “not responsible” for enforcing the law, and abuse should not be part of…

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Kennel Club calls for PSPO response

The Kennel Club is calling on Devon-based dog owners and visitors to respond to the latest Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) consultation that could impact access to dog-walking locations. The proposed PSPO aims to restrict access to sites including beaches, cemeteries and parks, which are often frequented by dog walkers…

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Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home postpone 2020 events

Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home has announced the postponement of its 2020 annual events amid the Covid-19 pandemic. The organisation made the “difficult decision” to postpone its Paws by the Prom Open Day and Christmas Market. Other events which have also been postponed include Pub Quiz, Car Boot Sale and…

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Covid-19 confirmed in pet cat in the UK

The UK’s chief veterinary officer has confirmed that the virus responsible for Covid-19 has been detected in a pet cat in the UK. The infection was confirmed following tests at the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) laboratory in Weybridge on 22 July. Government officials said although this is the…

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RVC boards Covid research project

The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has been awarded a grant worth almost £200,000 to join a collaborative research project that will examine companion animal susceptibility to coronavirus. The study, named MASCOT (Mapping Animal Susceptibility to Coronavirus: Outcomes and Transcriptomics), will aim to achieve a greater understanding of why certain people…

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Pure Pet Food expands offering

Natural pet food group, Pure Pet Food, announced it has expanded its offering through a newly-launched line of healthy dog treats. All treats are made with natural, human-grade ingredients, and the brand notes the latest line is ideal to use in training. In addition, the treats are free from preservatives…

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Supply, demand and meeting customer expectations

Demand for pets over the past few months has soared. Wood Green, The Animals Charity’s dog rehoming enquiries increased by more than 253% during lockdown and over 20,000 people contacted Wood Green about getting a new pet between April and June – more than half of which were for dogs.…

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