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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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Dec- 2021 -10 DecemberAwards
OATA names recipient of second stakeholder award
OATA has given its second Stakeholder Engagement Award to Rob Quest from Heathrowโs Animal Reception Centre in recognition of his long-standing work with the pet industry. The association said it wished to acknowledge the work he has done over many years, both at the airport to help ensure the smooth…
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Nov- 2021 -23 NovemberManufacturers
Natural dog treats business Dogglebox launches
A Basingstoke couple has launched a natural dog treats business called Dogglebox, after finding that poor quality processed treats were making one of their own dogs potentially unwell. Gary and Danielle Clarkson, who is a qualified dog nutritionist, said they used their โknowledge and passion for finding quality, natural dog…
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Sep- 2021 -7 SeptemberCurrent Affairs
Pet abduction to be made new criminal offenceย
The government is set to introduce a new criminal offence for pet abduction amid a crack down on pet theft, after there was a reported rise in pets being stolen during the pandemic.ย The new law will โrecognise the welfare of animals and that pets are valued as more than…
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Jul- 2021 -13 JulyManufacturers
PFMA issues raw feeding guidance amid new research
PFMA has issued guidance to UK pet owners on the safety of raw feeding, in a bid to โprovide reassurance and guidanceโ amid increased press coverage of raw feeding in the UK press.ย It comes as the group said it was aware of research from a team at the University…
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Jun- 2021 -9 JuneTrade Organisations
Kennel Club praises gov promise to fight puppy smuggling
The Kennel Club has welcomed recent efforts by the UK government to tackle puppy smuggling in the country. The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has introduced new laws to tackle puppy smuggling and placed restrictions on ear cropping. In response, Dr Ed Hayes, head of public affairs…
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May- 2021 -20 MayCharities
RSPCA warns gov not to ‘sell out’ animal welfare in Australia trade deal
The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) is warning the government not to โsell outโ animal welfare in its post-Brexit trade deal with Australia. There are lower legal animal welfare standards in Australia, including barren battery cages for hens, chlorinated chicken, growth hormone treatment for beef…
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14 MayTrade Organisations
Gov bans electric shock collars for dogs
The UK government has outlined its plans to ban electric shock collars for dogs as part of its Action Plan for Animal Welfare. The move has been widely praised by pet associations, such as the Kennel Club, for ensuring the UK is leading the way in animal welfare. Research conducted…
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12 MayFeatures
How can the raw pet food industry implement a more ethical approach to sourcing?
Consumer attitudes to how and what people feed their pets are rapidly changing.ย With most people more focussed than ever on their own health, pet health and nutrition is naturally becoming more prominent. The consequence is that pet owners are becoming more concerned about the ingredients in processed pet food,…
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Mar- 2021 -31 MarchCharities
Dogs Trust saves 1,500th smuggled puppy via Puppy Pilot scheme
Dogs Trust has revealed that it has saved 1,5000 smuggled puppies and rehomed them through its Puppy Pilot scheme. The charity is calling on the government to raise the minimum age for puppies to enter the UK to six months and to increase penalties for those caught illegally importing dogs.…
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19 MarchTrade Organisations
Import of puppies more than doubles amid lockdown
The import of puppies into the UK has risen “substantially” during lockdown, according to the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA). The government bodyโs annual statistics revealed that the number of dogs being commercially imported into the country has increased by more than 50% due to lockdown. The number of…
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