Northamptonshire

Bestpets wins ‘Wholesaler of the Year’ for a second year in a row

Bestpets, the specialist pet care division of Bestway Wholesale, was named as ‘Wholesaler of the Year’ at the Pet Industry Federation (PIF) awards, for the second year in a row. The awards, which were held at Whittlebury Hall, Towcester, Northamptonshire on Tuesday 27 November, are the UK’s premier event for…

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BVA warns of toxic blue-green algae

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has warned pet owners following increasing reports of blue-green algae. Pet owners have been advised to take extra precautions when walking their dogs near bodies of water, by preventing them from drinking from and swimming in water from ponds, lakes and rivers. Blue-green algae can…

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Veterinary Nurse Disciplinary Committee removes Northamptonshire-based nurse from register

The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) Veterinary Nurse Disciplinary Committee has directed the Registrar to remove a Northamptonshire-based veterinary nurse from the Register. The disciplinary case against Hannah Wilde RVN took place between Monday 26 and Tuesday 27 March 2018. Ms Wilde was not present, but she expressed a…

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Shortlist announced for PIF awards

The PIF has revealed the finalists for this year’s Pet Industry Federation Awards. This year’s finalists are: Independent Retailer of the Year – sponsored by ROYAL CANIN & James Wellbeloved Creature Comforts, Glasgow Millies Wolfheart, Keighley PetLondon, Marylebone, London The Pet Experience, Weymouth Trusty Pet Supplies, Derby Unique Pets, Aylesbury…

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Final call for PIF award entries

The Pet Industry Federation has put out a final call for anyone hoping to enter the 2017 Awards. Entry for the Pet Industry Federation Awards is quick, simple and absolutely free. To be in with a chance of winning you need to outline, in no more than 500 words, why you…

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PIF awards open for entries

The 2017 Pet Industry Federation Awards are now open for entries. New for this year are three categories recognising projects that have been particularly innovative or sustainable, and a ‘Charity of the Year’ award which recognises important achievements between the third sector and pet businesses. It is free to enter…

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Animal feed company secures 3.5m investment

Northamptonshire-based animal feed manufacturer, Dodson & Horrell, plans to improve its productivity and annual turnover. A 3.5m financial package from Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking is an investment in the modernisation of its plant and machinery. Dodson & Horrell, a family business established in 1939, specialises in animal nutrition. The company…

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Butcher’s Pet Care celebrates 30th anniversary

2017 marks Butcher’s 30th anniversary. The company is exhibiting at the annual Crufts dogs show to showcase its original grain free recipe, Butcher’s Tripe Mix, alongside its new grain free range, The Butcher’s Choice. Since 1987, Butcher’s has used its heritage in farming and as butchers to specialise in making…

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Butcher’s Pet Care turns thirty

Butcher’s Pet Care has reason to celebrate. 2017 marks the company’s thirtieth anniversary. The business has looked back at the major changes of the last three decades. British family company, Butcher’s has a background in farming and as butchers. Robin Hone commented: “In the 1980’s when we launched our first canned dog…

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Specialist equipment stolen from Northamptonshire vets

Police in Wellingborough are appealing for information following a burglary at Swanspool Veterinary Surgery. The offenders, believed to be two males, broke into the premises in London Road sometime between 5am and 5.45am this morning (Monday, January 30). Various items of specialist veterinary equipment were stolen and officers are asking anyone…

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