Year: 2020

Cheshire & Wain now stocked at Harrods

The luxury cat collarsmith and feline lifestyle brand, Cheshire and Wain, announced that it is now stocked in the pet department of Harrods. The department store will now carry a selection of the brand’s signature wares, including its Caviar-themed leather cat collars, bowls and toys, as well as an edit…

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PFMA welcomes six new members

The Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association (PFMA) has welcomed six new companies to its membership. Amongst the new members are two raw dog food manufacturers, which brings the total raw pet food sector members up to 14 companies, and two new suppliers. New members include: Natural Dog Food Direct are independent,…

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Royal Canin expands portfolio with new launches

Royal Canin has announced the launch of Vital Support, the latest territory within its Veterinary Health Nutrition range. The new products will offer tailored nutritional solutions to support pets’ renal, mobility and heart function.  As part of the launch, Royal Canin is also expanding its Renal portfolio. New Early Renal…

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EOHO boosts retail footfall in last week of August

Footfall across all UK retail destinations rose by 6% over the week ended 29 August, according to the latest figures from Springboard.  The latest figures still marked an annual decline of 26.1%, though this was a “noticeable improvement” against the year-on-year decline of 30.7% the week before.  In the final…

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The PharmPet Co partners with Procanicare

Online veterinary pharmacy and pet supplies website, The PharmPet Co, has partnered with the UK’s first ‘for dogs, from dogs’ healthy digestive supplement range to become the first online stockist of its GI support products.   Procanicare is the latest product to be launched on The PharmPet Co, joining brands…

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Forthglade acquired by IK Investment Partners

IK Investment Partners (IK) has announced it has acquired a majority stake in Forthglade Foods Limited, marking the first investment by IK’s newly established UK team.  Forthglade is a UK based natural pet food brand that produces premium wet and dry dog food and treats.  It was founded in 1971…

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IVC Evidensia members appointed to industry-leading councils

IVC Evidensia has announced that two members of the group have been appointed to two of the councils responsible for regulating the industry. Matthew Rendle, nursing manager and exotics referral at Holly House Vets, has now been elected as chair of the RCVS VN council, having been on the council…

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Dogs Trust warns of impending dog behaviour crisis

A quarter of dog owners have reported at least one new behavioural problem in their pets during lockdown, according to new research by Dogs Trust.  In response to the findings, the charity has  issued advice to owners to help them manage their dog’s behaviour and help their dogs adjust to…

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Kennel Club hosts BOAS webcast

The Kennel Club announced it has hosted a “unique” webcast to discuss brachycephalic health and what can be done “collaboratively to ensure a healthier future for dogs”. The webcast was chaired by Kennel Club chairman, Tony Allcock. Its panel included Dr Jane Ladlow, European and Royal College specialist in small…

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Burgos Pet World extends aquatic centre

Burgos Pet World has formally opened an extension to its shop in order to provide a new aquatic centre, according to local paper the Andover Advertiser.  The family-run pet store was first opened in 1972 in Ragged Appleshaw, before relocating to Andover three years later.  After moving back to Ragged…

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