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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Feb- 2021 -17 FebruaryGovernment & Legislation
Kennel Club praises change to Scottish breeding regulations
Kennel Club has praised the Scottish government for removing business tests from Scottish breeding regulations. The pet welfare organisation welcomed the government’s shift in policy and breaking away from previous licencing laws in England. The regulations, which are due to come into play from September, outline that breeders in Scotland…
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16 FebruaryGovernment & Legislation
Kennel Club welcomes stricter penalties on pet theft
Kennel Club has welcomed the announcement by home secretary Priti Patel that stricter penalties for pet theft will be introduced to prevent further crimes from happening. The dog health and welfare organisation has long pushed for amends to the Animal Welfare Act to make pet theft a specific offence. Dr.…
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12 FebruaryCharities
Two thirds of pet owners consider dogs their ‘best friends’
Around two thirds (67%) of pet owners consider their dogs to be their “best friends”, according to a survey conducted by Kennel Club to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Furthermore, 57% of respondents said they would not consider a relationship with someone who does not like dogs. Over a quarter (27%) said…
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10 FebruaryConsumers
One in ten new puppy owners worried about dog care post-lockdown
One in ten new puppy owners are worried about caring for their dog post-lockdown, according to new data released by the Kennel Club. The survey revealed that 10% of owners who purchased a dog during the pandemic are concerned about whether they can sufficiently care for their pets after restrictions…
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9 FebruaryAwards
Nominations ongoing for International Canine Health Awards 2021
This year’s event marks the ninth year of the awards, which aims to celebrate some of the world’s finest researchers and scientists whose work has had a positive impact on the health and wellbeing of dogs. With a prize fund totalling £70,000, The Kennel Club Charitable Trust invites scientists and…
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5 FebruaryIndustry News
Kennel Club welcomes government’s Brexit support for pets
The Kennel Club has welcomed the government’s commitment to addressing Brexit pet travel issues, supporting Westminster’s latest and pressing call to lift the barriers between Great Britain and Northern Ireland. The Kennel Club expressed its praise over the action taken by Cabinet Office Minister Michael Gove in writing to the…
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1 FebruaryGovernment & Legislation
Government scraps Tenancy Agreement banning pets
The government has announced it will be scrapping a new Tenancy Agreement which would have allowed landlords to enforce a “blanket ban” on pets. Under the new agreement, consent for pets will be the default position and landlords will have to object in writing within 28 days of a written…
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Jan- 2021 -28 JanuaryTrade Organisations
The Kennel Club expands online academy
The Kennel Club Academy announced it has expanded its online learning through the launch of three additional breed films, the latest in a growing series of resources to be added to the online facility. Led by The Kennel Club’s Training Board, The Kennel Club Academy is an online learning resource…
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26 JanuaryTrade Organisations
Kennel Club supports inquiry into Brexit impact on animal welfare
The Kennel Club has welcomed news of an inquiry by the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (EFRA) Select Committee into how new Brexit regulations will impact on animal welfare, disease control and the industry interests. The organisation has raised concerns about the last minute backtrack on pet travel rules between…
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21 JanuaryAwards
Instructors named best dog training company in Nottingham
Two members of The Kennel Club’s Accredited Instructors scheme have been recognised as the best dog training company in Nottingham. Marie Holt and Bev Smith, who run In Line Dog Training, were awarded Best Dog Training Company in Nottingham in the recent SME News Midlands Enterprise Awards 2020. The awards…
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