England

PIF boss Nigel Baker gives his opinions on licensing

We live in a strange and unpredictable world. As of January 2017 the Nuclear or Doomsday clock was set at…

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Vets hail England ban on electric shock collar use

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has welcomed environment secretary Michael Gove’s announcement banning the use of “cruel” electric shock collars…

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Electric shock collars for pets to be banned

The Kennel Club’s ten year campaign to #BanShockCollars has come to fruition with the announcement on Monday (27 August) that…

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PIF reacts to Lucy’s Law victory

The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) has issued an official statement in response to the government’s announcement to hold a consultation…

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RSPCA given official warning for ‘mismanagement’

Animal welfare charity RSPCA has been issued an official warning by the Charity Commission after it reportedly awarded a former…

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Proposals on kitten sales need to go further, says Cats Protection

Feline charity Cats Protection has called for kitten breeding regulation to be brought into line with that which exists for…

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Puppy and kitten pet shop sales to be banned in Lucy’s Law victory

The government has announced a consultation to introduce a ban on commercial third party puppy and kitten sales in England,…

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Pet Professional Guild appoints shock-free coalition coordinators

The Pet Professional Guild (PPG) has appointed Rachel Hayball of Woof Less Wag More Dog Training and Behaviour in Beaminster,…

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Trade body warns pet businesses to get ready for new licensing regime

The Ornamental Aquatic Trade Association (OATA) said it is “deeply concerned” by the new Animal Activities Licensing (AAL) regime which…

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Radio Systems PetSafe Europe appoints new business development manager

Radio Systems PetSafe Europe Limited (RSPEL), parent company of PetSafe Brand, has announced the appointment of Alex Bewley as its…

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