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Oct- 2015 -22 OctoberCelebrities
Winners announced for the 2015 Animal Hero Awards
Animal lovers and TV stars gathered to celebrate the Animal Hero Awards in London last night. As a special surprise for guests, Actor Ricky Gervais also arrived to accept an award presented by Dr Brian May for Outstanding Contribution to Animal Welfare. Ricky received his standing ovation as he collected…
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2 OctoberEvents
Entries received for Pet Industry Federation Awards 2015
The Pet Industry Federation have announced the finalists in this year’s PIF Awards. This year’s finalists are: Pet Retail Chain of the Year – sponsored by Natures Menu Pets Corner, Warminster Independent Retailer of the Year – sponsored by Intelligent Retail Betty & Butch, Manchester Ingleby Pet Supplies, Teeside Nurture…
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Sep- 2014 -9 SeptemberEvents
Pet Industry Awards 2014 Announce Finalists
The Pet Industry Federation has announced the finalists in the sixth annual Pet Industry Awards. This year’s entries were particularly high-calibre and the judges will now focus on narrowing these finalists down to winners. This year’s finalists are: Grooming Business of the Year – sponsored by Jelf Dogs Delight, Chiswick,…
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Feb- 2014 -27 FebruaryCurrent Affairs
E-Cigarettes and pets
Following reports that a puppy in Cornwall has died after biting into an e-cigarette refill, vets are warning pet owners to ensure they are kept out of reach of animals. British Veterinary Association (BVA) President and vet Robin Hargreaves said:“This is a tragic case and very worrying when you consider…
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Dec- 2013 -3 DecemberCurrent Affairs
Census shows three cats and dogs are stolen in UK every day
According to new research released today, unscrupulous thieves are stealing cats and dogs from all over the UK at an alarming rate. The UK’s first ever Pet Theft Census, from MORE TH>N Pet Insurance, reveals how one in every five (20 per cent) of cat and dog owners have experienced the…
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Oct- 2013 -31 OctoberEvents
Results announced at British Dog Grooming Championship
Mike Wildman secured his second Best in Show win in a year at the British Dog Grooming Championships at Staffordshire County Showground’s Bingley Hall. Following on from his success at Premier Groom – and with new dog, Violet – Mike demonstrated his skill in handstripping and, for the first time,…
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Jul- 2013 -11 JulyCurrent Affairs
Mr Loophole represents different breed of defendant
One of the country’s most high-profile lawyers has launched a new website which aims to give a full and fair hearing to the Staffordshire bull terrier. Nick Freeman, aka Mr Loophole, has been a staff owner for almost 20 years and his latest canine companion is a red, 12-month-old Stafford…
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Mar- 2013 -1 March
“Biggest ever” British Dog Grooming Championship planned for 2013
The Pet Care Trust has announced plans for the biggest ever British Dog Grooming Championship and the launch of a new consumer dog show called ‘Paws at Bingley’. Following on from the success of last year’s British Dog Grooming Championship, which saw a record number of competitors taking part, the…
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Nov- 2012 -9 NovemberCurrent Affairs
A Dog’s Life: RSPCA worker to raise funds by living like a mutt
An animal carer is aiming to raise much-needed funds for the RSPCA by living the life of a dog for one week. Simon Weston, an animal care assistant at the Cross Lane, Wallasey branch of the RSPCA, will spend seven days living in a kennel in aid of the organisation.…
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Jun- 2012 -1 JuneIndustry News
Dog show helps to raise £30,000 for breast cancer charity
The recent Canine Awareness Day at Staffordshire’s Chasewater Country Park has helped pet accessories company Ancol raise over £30,000 for Breast Cancer Campaign. More than £300 was raised at the event from the sale of Ancol’s range of pink pet products, developed in partnership with Breast Cancer Campaign, which includes…
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