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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Mar- 2020 -5 MarchEvents
Major sponsors pulled from Crufts amid Coronavirus fears
Two of Crufts’ major sponsors have asked staff not to attend the event amid Coronavirus fears, the BBC reports. Royal Canin UK and James Wellbeloved both advised their representatives to avoid large events like Crufts “unless it is business critical”. Alongside the two major sponsors, The Association of Pet Dog…
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2 MarchGovernment & Legislation
Government launches ‘Petfished’ campaign
The government has today (2 March) launched a new campaign aimed at raising awareness of puppy and kitten farming, with the aim of encouraging the public to be aware of illegal, low-welfare breeders. The ‘Petfished’ campaign warns potential owners that they may be “more likely to come across deceitful sellers…
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Feb- 2020 -11 FebruaryFeatures
Do your bit for dog health by recommending pre-mating health testing
Promoting dog health schemes is one of my goals this year. As vets, we regularly see cases of debilitating and distressing inherited conditions in day to day practice, but we know that many people may wrongly believe these tests are only relevant for Kennel Club-registered pedigrees. I often saw Labrador…
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5 FebruaryCharities
The Kennel Club welcomes Cornwall Council’s new dog-friendly rules
Dog charity, The Kennel Club has welcomed the recent announcement by Cornwall Council that complex restrictions on dog walker access to its beaches will be overhauled this summer, following a wide-ranging consultation. The new rules simplify and reduce the restrictions placed on dogs on beaches in Cornwall by only excluding…
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Jan- 2020 -31 JanuaryPet Owners
The Kennel Club and Weatherbys launch CombiBreed all-in-one tests
Non-profit organisation The Kennel Club and supplier Weatherbys has launched its CombiBreed health tests packages for eight new breeds. The tests have been created to “provide a “simplified process for canine genetic health testing for the benefit of both dog breeders and owners, and help to eradicate some of the…
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21 JanuaryIndustry News
Hip and elbow screening improves long-term dog health, study suggests
A new study has revealed a marked general improvement in hip and elbow scores for some of the UK’s most commonly health-screened dog breeds. The research carried out by The Kennel Club’s team, examined the importance and impact of health schemes for hip or elbow dysplasia on the long-term health…
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Dec- 2019 -9 DecemberGovernment & Legislation
The Kennel Club creates ‘A Voice for Dogs’ manifesto
The Kennel Club has created ‘A Voice for Dogs’ manifesto ahead of the general election on 12 December. The manifesto calls upon the incoming government to “reshape” the laws surrounding dog welfare and provide “stronger support to their owners.” The nine-point plan highlights the key issues facing dogs and their…
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Nov- 2019 -18 NovemberPet Owners
Labrador takes the lead in Britain’s top dog poll
The Kennel Club announced that Labradors are the UK’s most popular dog breed, “reclaiming the crown” after a short reign from the French Bulldog. New data published by the club analysed the rise and fall of breed registrations over the past five years, and revealed a rising popularity of continental…
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Oct- 2019 -21 OctoberPet Owners
Kennel Club warns dog owners to keep microchips updated
Statistics show that 71% of owner’s details on microchipping databases are inaccurate. Petlog, run by the Kennel Club, is one of the largest databases for microchipped animals and one of the only databases where users can ensure the money spent on microchipping goes back into dogs. Since compulsory microchipping was…
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Sep- 2019 -6 SeptemberCharities
Fish4Dogs supports charity dog shows
A series of dog shows in Staffordshire, supported by Fish4Dogs, has raised more than £1,000 for charity. Midfield K9 Academy, run by Lynne Bakker-Collier, staged three events throughout the summer; June, August and September at its training grounds in Oulton, Stone. Fish4Dogs donated goody bags for the winners of all…
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