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- 2017 -5 JuneCurrent Affairs
Birth-risk for flat faced breeds claims study
New research has found that flat faced brachycephalic dogs are the most likely breed types to encounter problems when giving birth. Compared with other crossbred bitches, French Bulldogs are 15.9 times more likely to have difficulty giving birth (dystocia). This finding forms part of a project called VetCompass, which is…
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May- 2017 -30 MayCurrent Affairs
RVC highlights health concerns for popular dog breeds
The French Bulldog is expected to become the most registered dog in 2017, overtaking the Labrador Retrieversโ 27-year reign at the top, reportsย the Royal Veterinary College (RVC). New research shows that appearance is the number one reason owners purchase flat-faced breeds, attracted by their large, round, wide-set eyes, and flat…
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19 MayCurrent Affairs
Eurotunnel welcomes 2 millionth pet on board Le Shuttle
Eurotunnel Le Shuttle is celebrating the success of its Pet Travel service. The two millionth pet to use the service made the crossing to France in May 2017. Ollie, an eight-year-old Norfolk Terrier from London, travelled with his owner, John Hannon, to the familyโs property in France. Mr Hannon said:…
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Apr- 2017 -14 AprilIndustry News
Vet’s Kitchen launches new scheme to support puppies
Pet food manufacturer, Vetโs Kitchen, has launched a brand new scheme aimed at helping and supporting breeders. The scheme is designed to offer breeders added value by offering them as much support with their puppies as possible, as well as giving them the tools to help their new owners continue…
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10 AprilCurrent Affairs
Dogs die in hot cars, warn animal groups
More than 40 percent of people believe it can be acceptable to leave a dog in a hot car, worrying new figures from the RSPCA have revealed. A survey of more than 8,000 people, commissioned by the RSPCA, revealed that only 55 percent agreed that it is never acceptable to…
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Mar- 2017 -15 MarchCurrent Affairs
Benyfit Natural celebrates Belle Howlett’s Crufts success
Belle Howlett and her four-year-old border collie, Ami, have beenย awarded YKC Jumping Dog of the Year at Crufts for the second year running. Belle has been competing with the Young Kennel Club since 2011. Belle and Ami are sponsored by rawย pet food producer Benyfit Natural. In an interview withย Crufts, Benyfit…
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Feb- 2017 -21 FebruaryLatest News
Working party dedicated to Cavalier King Charles spaniel hearts
Following a meeting convened by the Kennel Club with representatives of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed clubs and the Veterinary Cardiology Society, progress has been made in developing a working party to review and improve the heart screening of the breed within the UK. The working group will review…
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7 FebruaryLatest News
New puppy sale laws crack down on backyard breeders
The sales of puppies younger than eight weeks has been made illegal in a bid to crack down on irresponsible breeders. Environment Secretary, Andrea Leadsom, announced that ministers would toughen dog breeding licensing rules to protect thousand of puppies. Anyone breeding and selling three or more litters of puppies a…
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2 FebruaryCurrent Affairs
New puppy sale laws crack down on backyard breeders
The sales of puppies younger than eight weeks has been made illegal in a bid to crack down on irresponsible breeders. Environment Secretary, Andrea Leadsom, announced that ministers would toughen dog breeding licensing rules to protect thousand of puppies. Anyone breeding and selling three or more litters of puppies a…
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Jan- 2017 -27 JanuaryCurrent Affairs
Pet store inspectors need ‘broad knowledge of species’
East Hampshire District Council officials hosted a Promotion of Animal Welfare Seminar on 18 January 2017. The event was sponsored by the animal handling equipment experts MDC, among others. Delegates listened to presentations from various speakers. In an overview of pet store inspections and licensing, animal health inspector Sharon Edwards…
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