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 — 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 Club’s activities intersect with market trends and pet product development.
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Oct- 2016 -26 OctoberIndustry News
New fellows for Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) will celebrate success within the industry by honouring four Canine Health Schemes (CHS) scrutineers with fellowships. The fellowships recognise veterinary surgeons who have contributed to clinical practice, veterinary knowledge or the veterinary profession. They have done so by showing leadership and advancing knowledge and public understanding of…
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17 OctoberVeterinary
New fellows for Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) will celebrate success within the industry by honouring four Canine Health Schemes (CHS) scrutineers with fellowships. The fellowships recognise veterinary surgeons who have contributed to clinical practice, veterinary knowledge or the veterinary profession. They have done so by showing leadership and advancing knowledge and public understanding of…
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10 OctoberCurrent Affairs
Scottish ban on tail docking lifted
The outright ban on all dog tail docking within Scotland has been lifted, Scottish Government has announced. Environment secretary, Roseanna Cunningham, said that ‘legislation will be changed to permit the shortening of the tails of spaniel and hunt point retriever puppies where a vet believes they are likely to be…
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Sep- 2016 -22 SeptemberCurrent Affairs
Responses to Defra’s review of animal establishments licensing released
A summary of responses to Defra’s consultation on the review of animal establishments licensing in England has been published. This consultation ran for 12 weeks, from the 20 December 2015 until the 12 March 2016. The consultation covers proposals to introduce new secondary legislation under the Animal Welfare Act 2006,…
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13 SeptemberCurrent Affairs
Welfare crisis imminent as consumers buy puppies online on a whim, warns Kennel Club
Puppy buying habits are leading to a welfare crisis and financial and emotional strain on consumers, claims the Kennel Club. Half of puppies bought online without being seen by their new owners first are falling sick, as almost half of people (45 percent) suspect their pup could have come from…
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2 SeptemberCurrent Affairs
The Kennel Club launches new resource for breeders
The Kennel Club is launching a new resource for breed clubs and individual breeders – the Breed Health and Conservation Plans project – to protect and maintain dog health. The purpose of the Breed Health and Conservation Plans will be to ensure that all health concerns are identified through evidence-based…
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Jul- 2016 -29 JulyVeterinary
Vets respond to fears for bulldog welfare
Following the release of new research data by Niels Pedersen from the Centre of Companion Animal Health, University of California, into breed health of the English bulldog, the British Veterinary Association (BVA) has issued the following statement: Sean Wensley, president of the BVA, said: “The research released today reflects the seriousness…
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21 JulyCurrent Affairs
Dog breeder fined for fake pedigree scam
A ‘pedigree’ dog breeder sold ill puppies and lied to unsuspecting buyers about having the correct paperwork. Consett based Jodie Green, 24, falsely claimed puppies were Kennel Club registered as dozens of complaints were filed against her. A court heard some 38 people contacted trading standards regarding mother-of-two Green, who sold…
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Jun- 2016 -3 JuneCurrent Affairs
The Good Citizen Dog Training Scheme award winners announced
The Good Citizen Dog Training Scheme Awards, hosted by the Kennel Club, celebrated some of the people and organisations working with dogs. The annual prize-giving ceremony recognises the efforts of individuals, canine organisations and local authorities nationwide which have invested their time and energy into helping to train dogs and…
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1 JuneCurrent Affairs
Eukanuba promotes good puppy nutrition
Pet food brand Eukanuba has launched a new campaign, promoting the Eukanuba Puppy range. The company will identify its products’ health benefits to reassure new owners that they’re providing their puppy with a strong foundation for their future. The range includes the key benefits puppies need for a complete and balanced diet. Among other innovations,…
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