Birmingham

Mar- 2015 -

12 March

CRUFTS-DOG DEBATE: WAS JAGGER POISONED?

The last week has seen Crufts, the world’s largest dog show, surrounded by a storm of controversy. Irish Setter, Jagger, died after the event, which took place on March 5th to 8th, having eaten beef that was allegedly laced with poison. Speaking to BBC Radio 4, co-owner Jeremy Bott said…

9 March

Events

Four-Legged Friends Needed For Charity Sponsored Walk

Midlands children’s charity, Acorns Children’s Hospice, is calling on not only the humans but dogs too, to put their best paw forward as it announces the return of its furry fundraising event. The Acorns Dog Walk will see hundreds of fundraising pooches and their owners descend on Sutton Park, in Sutton…

Jan- 2015 -

6 January

Events

Orijen Proudly Sponsors CRUFTS 2015

2015 will be an exciting year for ORIJEN UK & Ireland. The award-winning pet food maker has invested in sponsorship of Crufts, the World’s Largest Dog Show held at the NEC, Birmingham from Thursday, 5th March to Sunday, 8th March. This will include a purpose built stand in the main…

Dec- 2014 -

4 December

Editorial

Street Art Aims To Save Dogs

2010 is a year that always sticks in my mind. The RSPCA announced the shocking statistic that three dogs were abandoned every hour over Christmas. There’s a similar story every December as a percentage of pets bought as presents are returned or left without a home. Over 30 years after…

Aug- 2014 -

29 August

Events

Hopping Rabbits at the National Pet Show

Professional rabbit jumpers are jetting into the NEC Birmingham, courtesy of Burgess Pet Care, for this year’s National Pet Show on 20th and 21st September. Back by popular demand and with a brand new course for 2014, the leading rabbit experts and their hopping companions will showcase the animals’ natural…

5 August

Direct Line to Sponsor Super Dog Live

Direct Line Pet Insurance is the headline sponsor of SuperDogs Live which will take place at the inaugural National Pet Show at the NEC, Birmingham on September 20 and 21. The competition, which searches for talented and heroic dogs, is hosted by TV presenter and dog-lover, Ben Fogle. Semi-finalists will…

May- 2014 -

12 May

Manufacturers

Ceva announces winners of its Animal Health Awards

Following a presentation ceremony held at Birmingham’s Burlington Hotel, Ceva has announced the winners of the 2014 Animal Welfare Awards. Now in its third year, the event recognise volunteers, charity workers and veterinary professionals who have gone the extra mile in improving animal welfare around the world. After receiving hundreds…

Oct- 2013 -

9 October

Trade Organisations

Greyhound charity partners with airline to raise awareness

Charter airline, Cello Aviation, has linked with Perry Barr Retired Greyhound Trust to help find good homes for the dogs and raise awareness of the charity. Owner of the Trust, Ruth Boswell, contacted Cello Aviation when a dog was brought in with the same name after her racing career…

Sep- 2013 -

4 September

Manufacturers

Ancol supports Birmingham dogs home

Staff from leading pet accessories company Ancol Pet Products joined in the fun and supported a local dogs home at its recent Annual Open Day, helping to raise around £6,000. Over 1,000 people came along to the event at Birmingham Dogs Home Sunnyside in Coven, Wolverhampton on Saturday 17 August,…

Jul- 2013 -

24 July

Events

Jilly’s Jolly Jaunt

Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Jilly (otherwise known as Crufts Best in Show winner 2013) took owner Gavin Robertson and friends on a rather long walk recently. In fact the group went on a 130-mile walk to raise funds for Great Ormond Street Children’s Hospital, DogLost and the Kennel Club Charitable…