RSPCA
The RSPCA (Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) is a key voice in UK animal welfare, and its campaigns, partnerships, and policy positions often influence the pet retail landscape. Pet Gazette reports on RSPCA initiatives that affect product standards, ethical sourcing, pet adoption, and consumer expectations around welfare. Coverage includes collaborations with petcare brands and retailers, endorsements, and how RSPCA guidance intersects with trading practices in nutrition, accessories, and live animal sales. This tag helps retailers, distributors, and suppliers stay informed on welfare-led shifts shaping pet sector decision-making.
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Apr- 2016 -7 AprilCurrent Affairs
Demand rises for cat containment as Croydon cat killings persist
A UK based company has seen an unprecedented amount of enquiries as the London Cat Killer continues to claim more victims. ProtectaPet® designs, manufactures, exports and installs cat containment products. The proliferation of cat killings and mutilations in London and Gloucestershire has propelled cat containment products into the minds of anxious cat owners. Simon…
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Mar- 2016 -24 MarchCurrent Affairs
RSPCA names new Chief Executive
The RSPCA has named its new Chief Executive. Jeremy Cooper will assume the role on April 4 2016. The position has remained unfilled for two years. Jeremy is currently the Chief Executive of RSPCA Assured, the charity’s food label. In statement released on the RSPCA’s website he said: “The RSPCA…
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14 MarchCurrent Affairs
Winners of alternative awards ‘Ruffs’ announced
The RSPCA has revealed the winners of it annual Ruffs competition, that aims to find the happiest and healthiest dogs of all types. Lisa Richards, the RSPCA’s dog welfare expert said “We invited owners to enter their dogs into our online dog show no matter their age, size, or…
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Feb- 2016 -26 FebruaryCurrent Affairs
RSPCA welcomes European Parliament resolution to halt illegal cat and dog trade
The European Parliament (EP) is calling on the European Commission to take action to try to stop the illegal trafficking of dogs and cats. The RSPCA has welcomed the resolution; the issue has become a major concern for the charity, and other animal welfare organisations, since the Pet Travel Scheme…
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26 FebruaryEvents
Dates announced for Rabbit Awareness Week
Rabbit Awareness Week (RAW) celebrates its tenth anniversary in 2016. The event, which takes place from June 18 to 26, will involve veterinary practices and the pet industry in a campaign to raise awareness of the importance of rabbit companionship. The week will be led by pet food manufacturer Burgess Pet Care alongside the…
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19 FebruaryEditorial
430,000 puppies originate from unlicensed breeders
On February 19, the RSPCA published its first comprehensive report on the puppy trade. Annually, 70,000 puppies come from Great Britain’s 895 licensed establishments. Sold a pup? Exposing the breeding, trade and sale of puppies’ estimates that a further 430,000 puppies originate from unlicensed breeders. The annual market for the puppy trade in the UK…
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15 FebruaryEvents
Shortlist announced for Ceva Animal Welfare Awards
Ceva Animal Health has unveiled the shortlist for its fifth annual Animal Welfare Awards. Individuals, businesses and charities within the seven categories were chosen following a day of deliberation by a panel of industry judges, chaired by Chris Laurence MBE MRCVS. The judges also granted one additional award in special recognition…
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12 FebruaryCurrent Affairs
Ferret owners urged to microchip pets
Ferret owners are being urged to microchip pets after a trio has been left to find new homes. Romeo, Juliet and Cariad are ferrets currently being cared for at RSPCA’s Newport Animal Centre. Animal centre manager Debbie Caffull said: “Romeo, Juliet and Cariad have been in our care for far too long…
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4 FebruaryPet Owners
Dog owners urged to take care during lambing season
Do your customers walk their dogs in rural areas? National Sheep Association (NSA) and the RSPCA have teamed up to urge dog owners to take extra care during lambing season. Every year sheep are killed, maimed and miscarry because of being chased and attacked by dogs. Tony Woodley, RSPCA inspector, said:…
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1 FebruaryCurrent Affairs
Thousands of reptiles left at risk as cruelty and neglect calls increase
The number of calls the RSPCA receives per year has increased putting thousands of exotic pets at risk of cruelty and neglect. Every year thousands of calls are taken from members of the public about exotic pets and the number involving reptiles in particular has risen. In 2015 the RSPCA…
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