Year: 2020

Pets at Home submits proposal for new national distribution centre

Stoford Developments has submitted a planning application for a new 770,000 sq ft national storage and distribution centre in Staffordshire on behalf of UK pet care business, Pets at Home. Pets at Home has signed a 20-year conditional agreement for lease on the development, with construction set to start on…

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The importance of tackling cancer quickly

The COVID-19 pandemic is still taking a terrible direct toll on human populations, but it can also have a terrible impact on pets needing veterinary attention, including for the diagnosis and treatment of cancer.  Like in human oncology, rapid identification, diagnosis and treatment of cancer can make all the difference…

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Research shows positive impact of dogs on mental health

Research carried out by Kennel Club to mark World Mental Health Day this year (8 October) has revealed the positive impact of dogs on mental health during lockdown. Some 91% of dog owners surveyed agreed that their pets helped them cope mentally and emotionally during the height of the pandemic.…

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Interpet launches new aquarium design

Interpet has launched a new aquarium design with enhancing interior features. The new look offers a unique and ‘high-spec’ equipment in one package with a retail price at £249.99. The AquaCurve aquarium comes with an easy set-up kit and is also fitted with an ultra-bright LED light. Adrian Exell, development…

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PitPat and Dogs Trust invests 50k to ‘support canine well-being’

PitPat and Dogs Trust are launching a new collaboration to encourage dog-owners to monitor the activity levels of their pet.  The two-year partnership will see a “minimum of £50k invested into supporting the wellbeing of dogs in the UK”, with PitPat making a £5 donation to Dogs Trust for every…

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PM unveils three-tiered lockdown system

Prime minister Boris Johnson this afternoon announced a new three-tier lockdown system that will see some hospitality businesses in the North-West forced to close from Wednesday. Under the new system, different rules for regions will be classified as being on ‘medium’, ‘high’ or ‘very high’ alert depending on the rate…

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Gov to cover 66% of wages for firms forced to shut 

Chancellor Rishi Sunak has announced that businesses forced to shut due to local restrictions will be eligible for a grant that pays two-thirds of staff salaries. The government will pay two-thirds, or 67%, of each employee’s salary, up to a maximum of £2,100 a month, if the business is forced…

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Young Kennel Club calls for dog owner award noms

The Young Kennel Club (YKC) is publicly calling for nominations for the next Young Person of the Year Award. Candidates can also be nominated in one of five other categories, including: the Personal Achievement Award, the Compassion Award and the Community Award. The YKC set up the award scheme to…

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Hollings acquired by Assisi Pet Care 

Natural dog treats manufacturer Hollings Ltd has been acquired by Assisi Pet Care Ltd, according to local press the Craven Herald.  It comes as Assisi Pet Care is looking to expand into the UK’s pet care market. Skipton-based Hollings was founded in 1980, and its purpose-built manufacturing facility in Worksop…

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Recession fears could lead to ‘dog welfare crisis’, RSPCA warns

The RSPCA is warning that the looming recession and growing trend of ‘‘lockdown puppies’’ will hit struggling rescue centres in the coming months and lead to a ‘‘dog welfare crisis’’. During lockdown, the charity identified that Google searches for ‘‘puppies near me’’ increased by 650% in July, five times higher…

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