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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
 
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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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Shocking revelations of pet neglect
 

A shocking new animal welfare report by leading veterinary charity, PDSA, today reveals millions of pets are more aggressive, overweight and misunderstood than ever due to fundamental gaps in pet owners’ animal welfare knowledge.

According to the report, 1.3 million dogs across the UK are displaying problem behaviour, 18.5 million dogs, cats and rabbits are being fed deathly diets, and 11.2 million pets are at risk of life threatening disease due to not being vaccinated or neutered.

Findings from the second PDSA Animal Wellbeing (PAW) Report produced in conjunction with YouGov, exposes a serious lack of understanding and provision of even basic levels of care for millions of the UK’s pets. 

The report, which captures the views of pet owners, the veterinary profession and for the first time, children, lifts the lid on some of the most concerning health and welfare issues facing the pet population and reveals some uncomfortable home truths, with problem behaviour in dogs, and obesity and illness in dogs, cats and rabbits, set to rise unless action is taken.

PDSA Head of Pet Health and Welfare, Nicola Martin, says: “The new PAW Report findings do make for difficult reading especially considering virtually all of the issues we have investigated are entirely preventable.

"The new report identifies serious concerns when it comes to the wellbeing of our pet nation, but in reality these are just the tip of the iceberg, especially if we don’t take action now to protect animal welfare long into the future.

"Taking on pets is a huge commitment and one that brings with it significant responsibilities throughout a pet’s lifetime. These responsibilities are not optional, they are a legal requirement and vital to ensure the physical and mental wellbeing of all pets.

 “Just as humans have basic health and welfare needs, so do animals, but it is clear that in many cases their individual needs are just not understood.

"As the UK’s leading veterinary charity, we simply cannot ignore this and we want to do all we can to improve the long-term wellbeing of pets by helping owners understand what their pets really need to be healthy and happy.”

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