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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Mar- 2016 -16 MarchEvents
Benyfit Natural celebrates Crufts success
14 year old schoolgirl, Belle Howlett and her Border Collie, Ami have been named the winners ofย Young Kennel Club Jumping Dog of the Year Competition at this yearโs Crufts. Belle, who is trained by her mum, Kate Howlett of K9 K8 Dog Agility Training also received the YKC Sporting Talent…
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10 MarchCurrent Affairs
Dog owners talk to their pet more than their partner
Nearly half of dog owners (41 percent) talk to their pet more than their partner and 40 percent are more likely to share their deepest secrets with their dog, according to new research. The study, by Tails.com, found that owners spendย 47 minutes talking to their dog each day. Four in…
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8 MarchCurrent Affairs
New website launched to boost awareness of compulsory microchipping
The Kennel Club and Petlog has launched www.chipitcheckit.co.uk, a new website to help make the new law regarding the compulsory microchipping of dogs as straightforward as possible for dog owners. The website is a one-stop shop for everything ownersย need to know about compulsory microchipping, from checking a microchip to advice,…
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Feb- 2016 -19 FebruaryEditorial
430,000 puppies originate from unlicensed breeders
On February 19, the RSPCA published its first comprehensive report on the puppy trade. Annually,ย 70,000 puppies come from Great Britain’sย 895 licensed establishments.ย Sold a pup? Exposing the breeding, trade and sale of puppiesโ estimatesย that a further 430,000 puppies originateย from unlicensed breeders. The annual market for the puppy trade in the UK…
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18 FebruaryCurrent Affairs
Crufts 2016 Dog Heroes announced
Four dog heroes are being celebrated for their inspiring canine companionship at the annual Eukanuba Friends for Life competition, run by the Kennel Club. The four dogs which have made the 2016 shortlist were selected by a panel of judges, including dog loving actor Martin Clunes, for their outstanding loyalty…
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Dec- 2015 -2 DecemberCurrent Affairs
Screening and responsible breeding is improving dogs’ health
Health testing used to screen hereditary conditions when dog breeding has improved the health of breeds across the UK, according to new statistics from the Canine Health Schemes. The British Veterinary Association (BVA) and the Kennel Club jointly run the Hip and Elbow Dysplasia Schemes to screen dogs for certain…
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Oct- 2015 -16 OctoberEvents
The Kennel Clubโs Eukanuba Discover Dogs event takes place this weekend
This weekend, on 17 and 18 October, hundreds of dogs will be visitingย ExCel Exhibition Centre in London for the Kennel Clubโs Eukanuba Discover Dogs event. The event, held at the ExCel Exhibition Centre for the first time this year, is aimed at pet owners of all ages. Members of the…
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May- 2015 -7 MayEvents
Zoomark is Here!
Zoomark International, the sixteenth international exhibition of products and accessories for pets, opened its doors today. The event is taking place in the modern halls of BolognaFiere, Italy. More than 600 exhibitors have registered, 65 percent of which are international companies. 30 percent are firms taking part in the event…
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Apr- 2015 -24 AprilIndustry News
The Pet Charity Care Leaflets Now Available via Pedigree Wholesale
The Pet Charity is the national, public-facing body that promotes the joy and benefits pets have on society, and it has joined forces with Pedigree Wholesale to make it easier for pet businesses to offer customers quality pet care advice. Thanks to a successful launch of the Charityโs leaflets in…
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2 AprilManufacturers
Natural Instinct Raises Money for Charlie the Sheepdog
Natural Instinct, the producer of raw food diets for dogs and cats, has launched a campaign to support Charlie the Old English Sheepdog. Acting MD, Michelle Machin-Jefferies, met Charlie at Crufts. He had been emaciated, riddled with fleas, had worms and kennel cough and was due to be put to…
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