Month: July 2020

Bira backs plans for tougher shoplifting penalties

The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) has welcomed government plans to take a tougher stance on shoplifting. Home Secretary Priti Patel recently announced the Government would be writing to police chiefs to advise that shoplifters stealing items to the value of £200 should be prosecuted. The decision follows a major…

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Barnard Brothers closes after 100 years of trading

An Ipswich pet shop has confirmed it will permanently close its doors after more than 100 years of trading.  According to the Ipswich Star, a sign in the window of Barnard Brothers has informed local residents it will close its doors on 31 July.   The original Barnard Brothers shop was…

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VetPartners expands to France

VetPartners’ expansion across Europe is set to continue with the group preparing to welcome its first French practices. The UK-based veterinary group expanded into Italy in 2019, with the acquisition of five practices, and expects further growth in France in coming months. Vincent Parez, managing director of VetPartners France, said…

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PATS Telford 2020 cancelled

The organisers of PATS Telford have confirmed that the pet trade show will no longer go ahead, following the latest guidance on conference and business events.  The industry show was initially set to take place between 27 September and 28 September 2020.  However, the Prime Minister’s announcement last Friday (17…

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Footfall sees ‘most modest’ decline since lockdown

Footfall rose by 4.5% last week against the week prior, according to the latest figures from Springboard. The group said this rise was largely driven by high streets and shopping centres, where footfall rose by 6.8% and 4.7%, respectively, while slipping 0.7% in retail parks.  While this recorded rise was…

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ICatCare handed International Cat Day’s custodianship

International Cat Care (ICatCare) has announced it has been passed over International Cat Day’s custodianship over 2020’s event. The organisation has revealed it is planning a programme around the theme of “happy cats”, and hopes to get charities, specialists, veterinary professionals and volunteers come together on the day to share…

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BSAVA launches science webinar series

The BSAVA has launched its series of science webinars to take a closer look at some of the papers published in the Journal of Small Animal Practice (JSAP).  In each webinar the authors of featured papers will discuss the results and application of their papers with a panel and answer…

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Coronavirus diaries: Wear Referrals

As with everyone else, we went from being aware that a very concerning situation was developing across the world, to the unprecedented lockdown measures imposed on the UK.  We adapted to these measures very quickly and, as time moved on, they made us question almost every aspect of our lives…

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The Pet Market: Its Present and Future State

Many people keep pets for various reasons. Some enjoy the companionship and emotional support that they have been longing for that only pets can offer, while others enjoy the fun and joy they bring in the family. Regardless of the reason why they keep them, they are now treated more…

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Kennel Club cancels Discover Dogs event

The Kennel Club has cancelled this year’s Discover Dogs event due to the coronavirus pandemic. The event, which was due to take place in London in October, will no longer go ahead due to the continued restrictions arising from the Covid-19 pandemic and current government advice against staging large public…

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