Year: 2020

Eastcott expands services by launching specialist-led oncology department

Swindon-based Eastcott Referrals has expanded its industry-leading services by launching a specialist-led oncology department. The new service will be led by RCVS-recognised specialist Matthew Best. He said the new Eastcott department offers all chemotherapy options, alongside a comprehensive surgical service and the latest cutting-edge equipment.  He said: “At Eastcott, we…

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How long can coronavirus live on my pet’s fur?

Many of us have questions and concerns regarding COVID-19, and for pet owners, many of those will be about their animals. This article will hopefully put your mind at rest and is correct at the time of publication. Can pets be infected with COVID-19? The first thing to state is…

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RCVS reassures vets working amid the Covid-19 pandemic

The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS), the regulator for veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses in the UK, has released a new framework for veterinary practices, helping them to decide what treatments it is appropriate to carry out safely amidst the Covid-19 pandemic. The UK’s veterinary practices are one of…

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Natural Instinct donates dog food to National Animal Welfare Trust amid Covid-19 crisis

Raw pet food brand Natural Instinct has announced it has donated its raw dog food to the charity The National Animal Welfare Trust, amid the Covid-19 crisis. The National Animal Welfare Trust cares for and rehomes around 1,200 animals per year. Working within the communities it serves, the charity supports…

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Pet supplier donates litter trays to hospital

Vital Pet Group announced it has donated more than 140 cat litter trays to Sheffield Children’s Hospital in order to be used by its play team across the wards. The pet product supplier said that the donation would allow staff to continue their critical care work whilst minimising the risk…

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Dogs Trust increases support for the homeless pet owners

The Dogs Trust has spoken about its ongoing support for homelessness organisations and homeless dog owners amid the ongoing coronavirus crisis.  For over 25 years, the charity’s Hope Project has been supporting homeless dog owners across the UK. In the past two weeks alone, however, its website, which is dedicated…

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Will there be coronavirus help for small company directors who are paid by dividend?

The financial plight of limited company directors has been raised by the Tory chairman of the Treasury select committee. Mel Stride, a former Treasury minister, said chancellor Rishi Sunak needs to view company directors as a tranche of people who have ‘slipped through the net’ of all the other largesse…

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Oil prices plunge, Virgin Australia could crash land, Nasa robots controlled from the kitchen table

Oil producers in the United States will pay you to take their barrels as global demand has plummeted amid government lockdowns. It’s hard to overstate the significance of the story, but probably the best way is to say that this has never happened before. Essentially the largest producers have ended…

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OATA urges government to clarify guidelines for aquatic retailers amid Covid-19 crisis

The CEO of the Ornamental Aquatic Trade Association (OATA) has written to the government to clarify whether furloughed staff can volunteer to care for aquatic livestock whilst “off work” amid the Covid-19 pandemic. In a letter to the of Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, OATA has asked for clarification due…

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Vetoquinol reveals ‘strong’ first quarter figures amid Covid-19 crisis

Global animal health company Vetoquinol has revealed “strong” first quarter results amid the Covid-19 crisis. The company reported a 13.4% rise in total group sales to €103.4m (£90.5m), with ‘essential sales’ increasing by 17.9% to €53.4m (£46.8m). Sales of companion animal products came to €60.1m (£52.6m) and accounted for 58.1%…

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