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.

Jan- 2020 -

21 January

Industry 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 December

Government & 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 November

Pet 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 October

Pet 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 September

Charities

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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3 September

Veterinary

UK falls out of puppy-love with Westies

Ownership of West Highland White Terriers has fallen to just a quarter of the numbers owned a decade ago, according to new research carried out by the Royal Veterinary College (RVC). The study was based on the records of over 900,000 Westies who were under the care of first opinion…
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Jul- 2019 -

9 July

Appointment

VN Futures board appoints new chair

The VN Futures board, which oversees and sets priorities for the VN Futures initiative, met for the fourth time, in June, at the Kennel Club’s main offices in London to discuss the continuing delivery of the project. Discussions at the meeting on 19 June included a review of the first…
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1 July

Pet Owners

Pug popularity leads to 130% more surgeries, vets claim

A West Midlands veterinary hospital is urging owners of flat-faced dogs to be aware of the warning signs their pets may be struggling with a chronic breathing condition, after revealing the number of animals it has treated has almost doubled over the past five years. Willows Veterinary Centre and Referral…
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Jun- 2019 -

27 June

Manufacturers

Poppy’s Picnic recruits dog agility ambassador

Raw dog food manufacturer Poppy’s Picnic, has recruited Young Kennel Club (YKC) dog agility specialist, Jess Cuthbertson as a new brand ambassador. Cutherbertson has been competing for the last six years, securing a bronze medal at the European Open Junior in Luxembourg in 2017. She has also had placings at…
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12 June

Science

British Bulldogs at high risk of skin disease and obesity

Ownership of the iconic British Bulldog has doubled but the breed is particularly prone to ear infections, skin infections and obesity, according to the largest ever study of British Bulldogs treated in first opinion veterinary practices. The research, led by the Royal Veterinary College’s (RVC) VetCompass programme, revealed British Bulldog…
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