The Kennel Club
This coverage focuses on The Kennel Club and its role in promoting dog welfare, responsible ownership, and pedigree standards in the UK. Pet Gazette reports on The Kennel Club’s events, policy work, breed health initiatives, and partnerships with retailers, breeders, and service providers. Our coverage provides pet trade professionals with insights into the organisation’s influence on the dog sector, opportunities for collaboration, and its impact on breeding, training, and canine welfare standards.
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Sep- 2019 -3 SeptemberVeterinary
UK falls out of puppy-love with Westies
Ownership of West Highland White Terriers has fallen to just a quarter of the numbers owned a decade ago, according to new research carried out by the Royal Veterinary College (RVC). The study was based on the records of over 900,000 Westies who were under the care of first opinion…
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Jun- 2019 -4 JuneScience
Bad teeth revealed as biggest problem for pet Greyhounds
Dental disease is the most common health issue facing pet Greyhounds, according to the largest ever study of Greyhounds treated in first opinion veterinary clinics. The research, led by the Royal Veterinary College’s (RVC) VetCompass programme in collaboration with the University of Bristol Vet School, revealed 39% of Greyhounds suffer…
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Apr- 2019 -12 AprilCharities
Skinner’s expands partnership with The Kennel Club
Skinner’s Pet Foods has agreed to a three year partnership with dog welfare organisation, The Kennel Club. For a number of years, Skinner’s have been the sponsor of The Kennel Club Agility Stakes. The new deal sees Skinner’s become the principal sponsor of The International Agility Festival. William Delamore, sales…
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Feb- 2019 -22 FebruaryManufacturers
Only 42% of owners walk their dogs every day
Forthglade has launched a dog walking campaign as research commissioned by the natural dog food producer showed only 42% of owners walked their dog on a daily basis. Some 58% of owners admitted to not walking their dog as often, and for as long, as they should, with the average…
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4 FebruaryCharities
French Bulldogs ‘more prone’ to birthing problems
French Bulldog bitches are 15.9 times more likely to suffer from difficult births (dystocia) than crossbred bitches, according to a series of studies from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) published today (Monday 4 February). And, among female dogs that had problems giving birth, French Bulldog bitches are then 2.4 times…
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Dec- 2018 -6 DecemberCharities
The Kennel Club issues Alabama rot warning to dog owners
The Kennel Club is warning dog owners to be vigilant as the peak season for the Alabama rot disease sets in. The condition, also known as Cutaneous and Renal Glomerular Vasculopathy, or CRGV, was first detected in the UK in 2012 and is most prevalent between November and May. Only…
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Oct- 2018 -31 OctoberFeatures
Swipe right to borrow my pet
It seems in 2018 there is nothing that cannot be obtained with the swipe of a smartphone or click of a mouse. The hustle and bustle of London and other large cities has led to the rise of the ‘gig-economy’ – app-driven services, odd jobs, and deliveries on-demand – seeing…
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16 OctoberGovernment & Legislation
Kennel Club welcomes Scottish government’s ban on shock training devices
The Kennel Club has welcomed the Scottish government’s ban on shock training devices following its event at the Scottish parliament last December where it called for a ban on the devices. Strict guidance has been published by the Scottish government which provides advice on training methods and training aids for…
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Aug- 2018 -28 AugustCharities
Electric shock collars for pets to be banned
The Kennel Club’s ten year campaign to #BanShockCollars has come to fruition with the announcement on Monday (27 August) that Defra will completely ban the use of remote control electric shock collars in England. This follows a ban in Wales in 2010 and an effective ban in Scotland which will…
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Jul- 2018 -16 JulyCurrent Affairs
Animal welfare sector rejects calls to add Staffordshire Bull Terriers to the Dangerous Dogs Act
The Kennel Club, RSPCA, Dogs Trust, and Blue Cross have collectively released a statement urging MPs to reject calls from “misguided activists” that Staffordshire Bull Terriers be added to the list of banned breeds under the Dangerous Dogs Act. The animal welfare organisations said that they strongly believe that current…
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