Highland

Nova Dog Chews partners with Vital Pet Products

Scottish-based animal feed manufacturing company Nova Dog Chews has partnered with Vital Pet Products, as it aims to give retailers easy access to its natural and responsibly sourced dog treats. The range of products stocked by Vital Pet Products now includes Nova’s Highland Antlers, Yak Snacks, and Root Chews, known…

Read More »

Petspyjamas partners with Bradt Guides for new book launch

Dog-friendly holiday company PetsPyjamas has partnered with the UK and US independently-owned travel publisher Bradt Guides for its brand new book Dog-Friendly Weekends. Written by travel writer and “dog lover” Lottie Gross, the book showcases 50 breaks in Britain for dogs and their owners, and is an all-encompassing, practical and…

Read More »

Antos rebrands to Nova Dog Chews

Antos has announced that it has now rebranded to Nova Dog Chews, effective from July 2021 onwards.  The company specialises in the manufacturing and supply of premium quality dog chews, including Highland Antler, Yak Snacks and Paddock Farm Ostrich products, amongst others.  The group, which has been trading since 2005,…

Read More »

Wilsons Pet Food expands eco-friendly dog food range

Wilsons Pet Food has announced it is extending its range of eco-friendly dog food, following its successful launch last year. The new range’s aim is to contribute to environmental sustainability by reducing the use of plastic in the production of pet food product packaging. The range will include three new…

Read More »

Labrador takes the lead in Britain’s top dog poll

The Kennel Club announced that Labradors are the UK’s most popular dog breed, “reclaiming the crown” after a short reign from the French Bulldog.  New data published by the club analysed the rise and fall of breed registrations over the past five years, and revealed a rising popularity of continental…

Read More »

Vets call for tougher fireworks laws after dogs seriously injured

Pet emergency care provider, Vets Now, are calling for fireworks to be banned from public sale.  With bonfire night and Diwali being days away, seniors at Vet Now are urging the government to change the law amind concern that pets are being put at risk. The call stems from Sainsbury’s…

Read More »

UK falls out of puppy-love with Westies

Ownership of West Highland White Terriers has fallen to just a quarter of the numbers owned a decade ago, according to new research carried out by the Royal Veterinary College (RVC). The study was based on the records of over 900,000 Westies who were under the care of first opinion…

Read More »

Pug popularity leads to 130% more surgeries, vets claim

A West Midlands veterinary hospital is urging owners of flat-faced dogs to be aware of the warning signs their pets may be struggling with a chronic breathing condition, after revealing the number of animals it has treated has almost doubled over the past five years. Willows Veterinary Centre and Referral…

Read More »

‘Undesirable behaviour’ largest cause of death in dogs under three

New research has found “undesirable behaviour” as the highest cause of death in dogs living in England that die under the age of three. It is estimated that 24% of households in the UK own a dog, however a recent VetCompass study of dogs under the care of primary-care veterinary…

Read More »

EUKANUBA survey reveals lifetime of love between owner and dog

A survey conducted by pet food brand EUKANUBA has revealed the lifetime of love owners and dogs share together. With 81% of owners admitting that their dog is an important member of the family, it’s no surprise that canine companions play a pivotal role in lives. Some 38% of owners…

Read More »