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In This Issue
Shocking revelations of pet neglect
Aggressive dogs are a serious problem
Poor diet is root cause of pet obesity
Scheme to drive loyalty in independent pet retail
Thousands expected at Discover Dogs this weekend
UK pet companies enjoy export success
Breeder's guide to livefood for reptiles
Westland bird care facilities meet the highest standards
Abandoned rabbit numbers double
Make the most of Christmas pet care sales
Crufts finale on Channel 4
New Pets at Home store in Northern Ireland
BARF Diet pioneers celebrate 30 years in business
Thieves steal pug puppy from pet shop
Young Kennel Club members flock to Careers Day
Pet Product News
HiLife offers to tempt you and your customers
 

Town & Country Petfoods, makers of HiLife petfood, is following the launch of its ultra premium range, HiLife Indulge Me!, with a new super-premium range called HiLife tempt me!
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Fish4Dogs expand healthy natural treats range
 
Fish4Dogs

Premium Fish4Dogs pet brand has launched two new products which have been created in response to consumer demands for gourmet healthy dog treats...
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New launches from Pet Munchies
 

Pet Munchies has launched two new 100% Natural Dog Treats in time for Christmas...
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Canny Collar adds a touch of colour to dog walking
 

The Canny Collar is now available in deep red and royal blue to ensure dogs are colourful on their walks. A baby pink version will soon be available too...
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Wild bird food range from ChapelWood
 

ChapelWood Wildlife Care has a wide range of wild bird food for winter and is encouraging retailers to stock up in anticipation of a surge in buying activity...
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Young Kennel Club members flock to Careers Day

Young KC

Members of the Young Kennel Club have been given an insight into finding work in the pet industry at a special Careers with Dogs Day.

The Kennel Club played host to 26 14-24 year olds keen on pursuing a career with dogs. 

Experts including Wandsworth Council dog warden, Mark Callis; dog behaviourist, Robert Alleyne; Guide Dogs recruitment consultant, Helene Reinbolt, and trainers, Zoe Aird and Laura Skinner; PDSA veterinary surgeon, Sean Wensley and veterinary nurse, Amy Henson; and Blue Cross education officer, Marion Jones, shared their knowledge and experience with the YKC members in a series of talks.

Mark Callis explained: “Wandsworth Council has supported Careers with Dogs Day for the past five years because it is important that tomorrow’s leaders of the dog world are fully grounded and experienced and able to promote responsible dog ownership.

“It is vital to encourage these young people and help them as they look towards careers with dogs - and in particular, to working with dogs in the community.  Wandsworth Council offers many work experience placements each year to young people, and I am pleased that we received an application from one of the attendees within a few hours of the event ending.”

Fifteen year old Alice Ryan said: “I wanted to find out what jobs were out there where you could work with dogs and to find out what they entailed. I found the dog warden talk really interesting, which I didn’t expect.”

Sixteen year old Samantha Towe added: “I found the day really helpful - the speakers offered a great insight into what routes and courses to take towards working with dogs.”

For more information about future Young Kennel Club events visit www.youngkennelclub.org.uk

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