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OATA welcomes new assistant chief executive to the team

The Ornamental Aquatic Trade Association has welcomed Dr Tracey King as its new assistant chief executive. Tracey joins OATA from the charity sector having previously worked in university administration at the University of Oxford, in local government and the BBC. She received her bachelor’s degree in zoology from Cardiff University,…

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HTA promotes Garden Retail Monitor at GLEE

The HTA is looking forward to welcoming visitors to its stands at GLEE. Members can attend a reception in Hall 20, stand H10 at 5pm – 6.30pm on September 13. Members can stop at the stand throughout the show to learn about the trade association’s latest initiatives, including training and market data, cost reduction and events. Staff…

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Pet shop gives food to homeless people’s dogs

A pet shop in Grove, Oxfordshire is driving an initiative to bring food and blankets to homeless people’s dogs. Sam and Darren Nobbs and Angie Holden from Grove Pet Shop have been distributing donations, with help from volunteers. Angie Holden said: “Sam, whose husband owns the shop, was watching a…

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Pet charity debuts at BBC Countryfile Live

A pet charity is set to meet its public PetSavers, the charitable arm of the British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA), will be making its first ever public appearance at this year’s BBC Countryfile Live, from 4-7 August. The four-day event, expected to attract 80,000 visitors, takes place at Oxfordshire’s Blenheim Palace –…

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Pet charity debuts at BBC Countryfile Live

A pet charity is set to meet its public PetSavers, the charitable arm of the British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA), will be making its first ever public appearance at this year’s BBC Countryfile Live, from 4-7 August. The four-day event, expected to attract 80,000 visitors, takes place at Oxfordshire’s Blenheim Palace –…

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Fish can recognise human faces, new research shows

A species of tropical fish has been shown to be able to distinguish between human faces, according to a new study. It is believed that this is the first time fish have demonstrated this ability. The research, carried out by a team of scientists from the University of Oxford (UK)…

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Petplan and ADCH Animal Charity Award winners announced

  The winners of the Petplan and Association of Dogs and Cats Homes Animal Charity Awards were announced this week in a glittering ceremony at Birmingham’s Hilton Metropole. Petplan’s head of marketing, Isabella von Mesterhazy, comments: “We’re delighted to announce the deserving winners of the Animal Charity Awards 2016. All…

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Dog care company wins national business award

Teresa Bowers has won the award for Woman Franchisee of the Year at the Fourth Annual EWIF (Encouraging Women into Franchising) Awards, sponsored by NatWest. Teresa, who runs the Oxford and Reading franchises of dog boarding company Wagging Tails, received her award at a ceremony attended by over 150 guests…

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Dog care business owner shortlisted for franchise award

Teresa Bowers, owner of dog boarding company Wagging Tails Oxford and Reading branches, has been announced as one of four Finalists for Woman Franchisee of the Year at the 2013 EWIF (Encouraging Women into Franchising) Awards. Now in their third year, the EWIF Awards recognise and celebrate the achievements of…

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Expressley Pets reduces its carbon paw print

Converting to LPG has proved the right move for County Durham-based Expressley Pets, which specialises in transporting pets and animals across the UK and throughout the continent. Being DEFRA licensed to transport all domestic animals, means it provides a door-to-door service for vets, breeders and groomers. However, it is primarily pet owners…

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