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- 2020 -24 JuneCharities
Kennel Club welcomes The Animals and Wildlife Bill in Scottish Parliament
The Kennel Club, has welcomed the news that The Animals and Wildlife (Penalties, Protections and Powers) (Scotland) Bill has become law upon receiving Royal Assent after it received cross party support in the Scottish Parliament. As well as raising the maximum sentence for animal cruelty in Scotland to up to…
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9 JuneBusiness
Podcast launched for pet business owners
A new podcast has been launched for business owners in the pet industry, providing information on ways to promote their products and services in the media. The Publicity for Pet Businesses podcast is aimed towards dog walkers, groomers, trainers, pet sitters, product makers and other individuals within the pet industry.ย …
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May- 2020 -27 MayCharities
Kennel Club Charitable Trust reopens relief fund
The Kennel Club Charitable Trust has announced the reopening of its emergency relief fund in light of the ongoing pandemic. The Kennel Club Charitable Trust and Our Dogs Appeal initially ran throughout April, and raised support for smaller dog rescue centres and other canine organisations affected by the crisis.ย The…
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26 MayCoronavirus
UK faces โpuppy shortageโ amid lockdown
The UK is reportedly facing a โpuppy shortageโ following an increased demand for pets amid the ongoing nationwide lockdown.ย According to the Financial Times, the sudden increase in demand has resulted in โsoaring pricesโ, with reports that prices have been quoted at twice the level they were before the pandemic.ย …
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18 MayCoronavirus
Kennel Club releases statement on event cancellations amid pandemic
Dog charity The Kennel Club has released a statement regarding cancelling its events amid the Covid-19 pandemic. The charity said the safety and security of competitors, spectators, volunteers and staff at Kennel Club events continues to be of โparamount importanceโ. In light of the continued restrictions as a result of…
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14 MayIndustry News
Joii partners with Kennel Club
The Kennel Club has launched a new partnership Joii, an online vet app, to provide wider access to veterinary care for owners who are staying at home.ย The partnership will provide Kennel Club members with a complimentary, first-time video consultation with a vet.ย Those who sign up to the Joii…
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13 MayCoronavirus
Young Kennel Club Summer Camp cancelled
The 2020 Young Kennel Club (YKC) Summer Camp has been cancelled amid the ongoing pandemic, the Kennel Club has announced.ย The summer programme for youths was set to take place between 12 August 12 and 17 August at Rutland Showground in Oakham, but will no longer go ahead. The Kennel…
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11 MayCoronavirus
Dogs at risk of separation anxiety once lockdown is over
Pet owners are being warned that their dogs could develop separation anxiety once the Covid-19 lockdown ends, having become accustomed to extra human attention while their owners are at home. Burns Pet Nutrition, a Welsh pet food company founded by veterinary surgeon John Burns, has warned dog owners that their…
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Apr- 2020 -15 AprilIndustry News
The Kennel Club expands its online academy
The Kennel Club has announced the expansion of the Kennel Club Academy with the addition of four new breed films on its online education facility.ย The films are the latest addition in a โgrowing series of resourcesโ to help the public improve their knowledge on different dog breeds. The most…
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6 AprilGovernment & Legislation
Kennel Club welcomes puppy farm legislation
The Kennel Club has welcomed the arrival of Lucyโs Law as a โlong-awaited and crucial stepโ in efforts to curb puppy farming.ย The law came into place today (6 April), and will mean that puppies and kittens can no longer be sold in England by a third party seller unless…
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