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This coverage examines news, policy updates, and regulatory developments from the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) that affect the UK petcare industry. Pet Gazette provides analysis on legislation, compliance requirements, animal welfare standards, and trade regulations, helping retailers, wholesalers, importers, and distributors navigate the regulatory landscape. Coverage includes insights into government consultations, policy changes, and enforcement actions shaping the commercial and operational decisions of pet trade professionals.
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Jul- 2016 -28 JulyLatest News
Popular pond plant banned from sale
A popular pond plant, water hyacinth, has been banned from long-term saying following theย European Commission publishing its list of species of EU wide concern, as part of the Invasive Alien Species Regulation. The list effectively bans long-term sale of water hyacinth, a popular pond plant in the UK, along with…
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28 JulyCurrent Affairs
Red-eared sliders banned in the UK
Red-eared sliders as well as five other popular aquatic plant species, have been banned from long-term sale. The decisionย follows the European Commission publishing its list of species of EU wide concern, as part of the Invasive Alien Species Regulation. The list effectively bans long-term sale of water hyacinth, a popular…
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11 JulyCurrent Affairs
DEFRA confirms microchipping regulations
Individuals who microchip cats, ferrets and rabbits must meet certain criteria to comply with regulations, according to VetSkill. Since The Microchipping of Dogs (England) Regulations 2015 came into effect last year, providing clear details about who can legally implant microchips into dogs, there has been ongoing confusion over who can…
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May- 2016 -25 MayCurrent Affairs
OATA announces new chief executive
The Ornamental Aquatic Trade Association has revealed thatย Dominic Whitmee will be its new chief executive. Current head, Keith Davenport, announced his retirement in March after 25 years at the helm. Dominic joins OATA from the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) where he was senior international biodiversity policy…
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Apr- 2016 -27 AprilCurrent Affairs
Councils fail to use the latest advice on pet shop inspections
Barely half of councils thatย licence pet shops are using the most up-to-date advice on how to do this, according to a new report from the Ornamental Aquatic Trade Association (OATA). The Association found that at least one of 400 councilsย did not seem to be aware they were the licensing authority…
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5 AprilCurrent Affairs
More than one million dogs still not microchipped
More than one million dogs in the UK are still to be microchipped, according to the latest statistics from Defra. Aย significantly higher number of dog ownersโ contact details are also not up to date on their microchip record, with only one day to go until microchipping of dogs becomes compulsory…
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1 AprilEditorial
Compulsory microchipping for dogs is only days away
On April 6 2016, microchipping becomesย compulsory for all dogs in the UK. The change will have the biggest impact in Britain; chipping has been mandatory in Northern Ireland since 2012. Under the new rules, dogsโ keepers are responsible for having their pet microchipped and registered to an approved database by…
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Mar- 2016 -14 MarchCurrent Affairs
Joint response to Defra’s landmark consultation from veterinary organisations
The British Veterinary Association (BVA), the British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA) and the British Veterinary Zoological Society (BVZS) have submitted a joint response to Defraโs landmark consultation on animal establishment licensing in the UK to voice the veterinary opinion. The 12 week consultation, which closed Saturday 11 March, is…
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7 MarchCurrent Affairs
Defra reminds dog owners of change to microchipping law
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has circulated information reminding dog owners of the upcoming changes to microchipping laws. The new rules, which come into force in England, will not only protect the welfare of dogs and promote responsible ownership, but also make it easier to track…
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1 MarchCurrent Affairs
Dogs Trust welcomes EFRA recommendations
Dogs Trust welcomedย the recommendations outlined in the report of the EFRA committeeโs inquiry as a positive step forward for Greyhound welfare. In light of the popularity of the sport and the significant turnover it generates the charity welcome the reportโs onus on bookmakers who profit from greyhound racing to contribute…
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