Pet Industry Federation

Defra updates guidance on Animal Activities Licensing regulations

Defra has re-issued the guidance documents for the new Animal Activities Licensing Regulations, which came into force on 1 October 2018. Following feedback provided by the Pet Industry Federation (PIF), in collaboration with the Corporation of London, the new guidance has been amended versions to address some of the points…

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PIF unveils package of licensing support for its members

The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) has announced a licensing support package for its members to help them comply with the requirements of the new Animal Activities Licensing (AAL) regulations, which come into force on 1 October 2018. The new regulations address the changes in pet owner attitudes and lifestyles and…

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PIF education manager announced as chair of new qualification panel

The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) has announced that its education manager, Vicky Skinner, has been appointed by the Department for Education (DfE) as the chair of a new employer panel designing the content of the new set of T Levels within the animal welfare and management sector. Skinner will be…

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PIF boss Nigel Baker gives his opinions on licensing

We live in a strange and unpredictable world. As of January 2017 the Nuclear or Doomsday clock was set at two and a half minutes to midnight, due to the rise of ‘strident nationalism’ worldwide; the United States’ President, Donald Trump’s, comments over North Korea, Russia, nuclear weapons and the disbelief in…

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PIF reacts to Lucy’s Law victory

The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) has issued an official statement in response to the government’s announcement to hold a consultation on the banning of third party puppy and kitten sales in England. The trade association said it has “no retailer members [which sold] puppies”. It added that according to a…

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Former Henry Bell & Co boss Robert Lee dies, aged 77

It is with sadness that the family announces Robert Lee died suddenly on Tuesday 17 July 2018, aged 77. Retired managing director of Henry Bell & Co (Grantham) Limited, Lee was innovative in the evolution of the company from grain traders to the pet and wild bird food manufactures they…

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New course for licensing inspectors receives official accreditation

The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) has announced that its joint animal establishments inspector training course, in partnership with the City of London Corporation, has been approved as meeting the City & Guilds Accreditation benchmark. From 1 October 2018, the new Licensing of Activities Involving Animals Regulations (AAL) require those carrying…

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PIF and Hadlow College open grooming school in Greenwich

Trade association the Pet Industry Federation (PIF) and Hadlow College in Kent have extended their joint venture and officially opened a dog grooming school in the Royal Borough of Greenwich (RBG). The Hadlow PIF (Greenwich) Dog Grooming School will offer City and Guilds qualifications for dog groomers which are recognised…

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PIF marketing campaign shortlisted for industry award

The Pet Industry Federation has been shortlisted for the Marketing Campaign of the Year award at the Trade Association Forum (TAF) Best Practice Awards 2018. Formally supported by the Department of Business, Innovation and Skills, these awards recognise, reward and promote best practice among UK trade associations. PIF’s shortlisted entry…

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Welsh Grooming Academy to present live demonstrations

The Welsh Grooming Academy will be hosting grooming workshops in association with the British Dog Groomers Association (BDGA) at PATS Telford in September. On both show days, grooming demonstrations and talks will be given by some of UK’s and international leading dog groomers. The demonstrations will highlight the knowledge and…

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