Kennel Club
The Kennel Club plays a prominent role in the UK dog sector, shaping breed standards, health initiatives, and public attitudes that influence the commercial pet industry. Pet Gazette covers Kennel Club news relevant to pet retailers, distributors, and suppliers โ including policy updates, breeder schemes, partnerships with petcare brands, and campaigns affecting demand for specific breeds or products. We also report on its involvement in events, canine health research, and regulatory discussions. This tag helps trade professionals understand how the Kennel Clubโs activities intersect with market trends and pet product development.
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Jun- 2019 -4 JuneScience
Bad teeth revealed as biggest problem for pet Greyhounds
Dental disease is the most common health issue facing pet Greyhounds, according to the largest ever study of Greyhounds treated in first opinion veterinary clinics. The research, led by the Royal Veterinary Collegeโs (RVC) VetCompass programme in collaboration with the University of Bristol Vet School, revealed 39% of Greyhounds suffer…
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Apr- 2019 -17 AprilGovernment & Legislation
Scottish public backs ban on ‘designer pet’ breeding
Some 96.8% of 659 respondents backed a government consultation regarding its proposal to introduce new regulations for the licensing of dog, cat and rabbit breeding activities. The breeding of cats and rabbits in Scotland is currently unregulated and under the regulations an individual who sells or acquires a cat or…
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12 AprilCharities
Skinnerโs expands partnership with The Kennel Club
Skinner’s Pet Foods has agreed to a three year partnership with dog welfare organisation, The Kennel Club. For a number of years, Skinnerโs have been the sponsor of The Kennel Club Agility Stakes. The new deal sees Skinnerโs become the principal sponsor of The International Agility Festival. William Delamore, sales…
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Feb- 2019 -25 FebruaryCharities
Scottie dogs in danger according to Kennel Club list
A new list released by the Kennel Club has revealed that Scottish Terriers are in danger, with owners opting for alternative breeds. The list saw only 438 Scottish Terriers registered with the club, a 38% decline over the last five years. The black wire-haired dog is being overtaken by breeds…
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22 FebruaryManufacturers
Only 42% of owners walk their dogs every day
Forthglade has launched a dog walking campaign as research commissioned by the natural dog food producer showed only 42% of owners walked their dog on a daily basis. Some 58% of owners admitted to not walking their dog as often, and for as long, as they should, with the average…
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4 FebruaryCharities
French Bulldogs ‘more prone’ to birthing problems
French Bulldog bitches are 15.9 times more likely to suffer from difficult births (dystocia) than crossbred bitches, according to a series of studies from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) published today (Monday 4 February). And, among female dogs that had problems giving birth, French Bulldog bitches are then 2.4 times…
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Jan- 2019 -21 JanuaryEvents
Water therapy helps former Crufts winner walk again
A former winner at Crufts has regained the ability to walk following life-changing hydrotherapy rehabilitation to treat a serious leg injury. Border Collie Tiegenโs show career was cut short after she suffered an injury to her cruciate ligament while training. Her ownerโs thought the 12 year old would never be…
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2 JanuaryPet Owners
BVA urges owners and breeders to use pre-mating health testing
Vets are urging owners and breeders to โdo their bitโ for dog health by ensuring they use pre-mating health tests if they intend to breed from their pedigree or โdesignerโ crossbreed dog. The appeal comes as new statistics reveal that 70 percent of small animal vets very often or always…
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Dec- 2018 -6 DecemberCharities
The Kennel Club issues Alabama rot warning to dog owners
The Kennel Club is warning dog owners to be vigilant as the peak season for the Alabama rot disease sets in. The condition, also known as Cutaneous and Renal Glomerular Vasculopathy, or CRGV, was first detected in the UK in 2012 and is most prevalent between November and May. Only…
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Oct- 2018 -31 OctoberFeatures
Swipe right to borrow my pet
It seems in 2018 there is nothing that cannot be obtained with the swipe of a smartphone or click of a mouse. The hustle and bustle of London and other large cities has led to the rise of the โgig-economyโ – app-driven services, odd jobs, and deliveries on-demand – seeing…
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