Blue Cross

This coverage focuses on Blue Cross, a leading UK animal welfare charity, and its work within the wider petcare sector. Pet Gazette reports on Blue Cross’s rehoming initiatives, veterinary services, community outreach programmes, and partnerships with retailers, distributors, and industry organisations. Our coverage provides pet trade professionals with insights into the charity’s impact on animal welfare, opportunities for collaboration, and its role in promoting responsible pet ownership across the UK.

Jan- 2021 -

28 January

Charities

Online ‘dog treat’ searches reach record high

Online searches for “dog treats” has reached an all-time high in the UK, according to newly released Google search data. The search data analysis, commissioned by a dog-friendly holiday park in Devon, has revealed that searches for dog treats rose 82% year-on-year in December. The data also showed that Plymouth…
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20 January

Charities

Pet crematorium raises £2,000 for charity

Dignity Pet Crematorium has announced it has raised £2,000 from its annual charity Christmas Tree, its biggest total ever, with funds split equally between the Samaritans and nine other charities. Every year, the Hampshire-based crematorium displays a Christmas tree in its foyer and invites clients to make a small donation…
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Nov- 2020 -

26 November

Appointment

NAWT names Andrew Gillon director of operations

Rescue and rehoming charity National Animal Welfare Trust (NAWT) has appointed Andrew Gillon as director of operations. Gillon joins from the Greyhound Trust, where he was head of operations and welfare, and helped to rehome 3,500 greyhounds a year. He brings nearly two decades of experience in the animal welfare…
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Jul- 2020 -

28 July

Coronavirus

Covid-19 confirmed in pet cat in the UK

The UK’s chief veterinary officer has confirmed that the virus responsible for Covid-19 has been detected in a pet cat in the UK. The infection was confirmed following tests at the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) laboratory in Weybridge on 22 July. Government officials said although this is the…
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23 July

Government & Legislation

Vets and celebrities campaign against ‘petfishing’

Vets, charities and celebrities have come together with a newly-launched government campaign to warn prospective pet owners  against unknowingly buying pets from “unscrupulous” sellers following a rise in pet demand. An open letter signed by celebrities including  Kirsty Gallacher, Paul O’Grady and Amanda Holden, and  supported by charities including Battersea Dogs and Cats Home,…
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17 July

Features

How to avoid needing to see vet for your pet during the lockdown

As the UK continues to battle with the Covid-19 pandemic, is particularly important to avoid pets needing to see a vet during this period. Many vets are able to offer consultations and prescribe urgent medications and treatments remotely, each vet practice can advise how supplies can be collected as procedures…
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Jun- 2020 -

11 June

Charities

Linnaeus donates thousands to animal charities

Practices across veterinary group Linnaeus have collectively donated £75,000 to charities affected by the pandemic this year. The group, which operates 39 primary care practices and 11 referral centres, made the decision to donate alongside its parent company Mars Veterinary Health Group. The total sum has been split across the…
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Apr- 2020 -

8 April

Charities

Barking Heads announce partnership with Blue Cross amid Covid-19 pandemic

Natural and ethical dog food brand, Barking Heads, has partnered with Blue Cross to help support vulnerable pet owners affected by the current Covid-19 crisis. In collaboration with The Trussell Trust, which supports a nationwide network of food banks, Blue Cross and Barking Heads have distributed 9,000 dog and cat…
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Mar- 2020 -

25 March

Charities

Leading animal organisations unite to support pets and owners through coronavirus

UK pet charities and experts join forces to offer advice to help owners care for their animals and each other. The coalition is concerned about conflicting and poor information which is leaving owners confused and anxious and animals potentially at risk. The organisers involved include: ABTC (Animal Behaviour and Training…
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17 March

Charities

All Pets Solution launches collaboration with Blue Cross

All Pets Solution launched its collaboration with the Blue Cross Animal Charity. The online retailer started the partnership by donating £14,000 worth of products, which included a selection of dog bowls and silicon eating mats, in order for the charity to issue them as a pack with every dog and…
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