Year: 2020

Why Covid-19 will change the veterinary industry for the better

History shows that challenging times bring out the best in both people and business. It is also true that in time of war, innovation increases a hundred-fold. Our war is with a deadly virus, but I believe some good will come from this period in our lives and in particular…

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Burns Pet Nutrition celebrates range of national awards 

Burns Pet Nutrition has welcomed four “prestigious” national awards for its business and products.  The group was notably awarded the first ever Which? Magazine Consumers Association dog food brand survey, when it topped a poll of 2,594 surveyed members. The survey highlighted customer’s favourite pet food brands, ranked by customer…

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Puppy prices reach ‘record levels’ during lockdown, says Dogs Trust

Animal charity Dogs Trust has reported “record level” prices for puppies during lockdown, with some breeds reaching as much as £9,000. The research showed that the asking price for five of the UK’s most sought after breeds and the five breeds most often smuggled into the country. Dachshunds, English Bulldogs,…

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Kennel Club welcomes research on ‘ineffective’ electronic collars

The Kennel Club has welcomed the findings of a recent study that assessed the effectiveness of dog training with and without remote electronic collars, compared to training with positive reinforcement. The research was carried out by the Animal Behaviour, Cognition and Welfare Research Group at the University of Lincoln. The…

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Extra support needed for retailers to meet rent demands, says Bira

“Positive action” is needed to help retail businesses meet rent demands as they continue to recover from the Covid-19 crisis, The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) has said. It comes as the British Retail Consortium’s (BRC) proposed for a Property Bounceback Grant, after exclusive research revealed independent retailers were concerned…

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BSAVA releases new nutrition webinar

BSAVA has released a new webinar that has been added to its new online guide to nutrition. The essential ingredients of a good nutritional recommendation is presented by Georgia Woods, one of the editors of the new BSAVA Guide, and concisely covers the key points that need to be considered…

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PDSA highlights ‘endless isolation and loneliness’ in rabbits

Hundreds of thousands of rabbits face a lifetime of endless isolation and loneliness, says veterinary charity PDSA. Despite being incredibly social animals, PDSA’s PAW Report found that half (49%) of all UK rabbits live alone (equating to around 440,000 rabbits) and a quarter (25%, around 230,000 rabbits) are kept in…

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Broadreach Nature receives industry recognition 

Broadreach Nature has taken home two “prestigious” awards, having been recognised at the ACQ5 Global and Lux Life Magazine Pet Product and Services Awards. The brand, which manufactures ethically sourced and natural pet supplements, health treats and chews, recently won the UK Company of the Year (Animal Welfare) at the…

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PATS Telford launches new initiative 

PATS Telford has announced the launch of a new initiative that aims to “bring buyers and sellers together” online.  The launch follows news that the trade show would no longer go ahead in light of ongoing coronavirus-related restrictions.  Following its cancellation, the PATS Telford Forum will now take place on…

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Coronavirus diaries: TVM UK

This has certainly been an interesting time for us as a company. Even though our parent company TVM is based in France, TVM UK has complete autonomy over its operational strategy. The message from France was to follow UK regulations and to do what we thought was best based on…

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