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American pet company buys WHIMZEES dental chew firm

American natural pet food company WellPet LLC has acquired the popular WHIMZEES business, the Netherlands-based maker of natural dental chews for dogs.

Proposed changes to pet shop licensing welcomed by PIF

The Pet Industry Federation, the trade association which represents the interests of over 2,500 UK pet businesses, has broadly welcomed DEFRA’s Next Steps document on the review of animal establishment licensing, including pet shops and boarding establishments...

OATA pleased with DEFRA's Next Steps document

OATA has broadly welcomed the Next Steps document issued by DEFRA outlining its proposed approach to the licensing of ‘animal activities’, including pet shops. The association's Chief Executive Dominic Whitmee (pictured) said: “Overall we are very pleased that DEFRA has listened to many of our suggestions about how to improve the licensing of ‘animal activities’."

ACANA Enhanced Singles and Regionals launch in UK

Bern Pet Foods, the exclusive importer and distributor of ORIJEN & ACANA dog and cat foods, has launched ACANA’s enhanced range Singles and Regionals pet food to its 700+ retailers across UK and Ireland...

Scottish dog clothing company unveils tartan fabric

Dogrobes - makers of the original drying coat for dogs - have launched an exclusive tartan fabric that celebrates the company’s proud Scottish heritage.

AQUA 2017 promises to be the biggest and best yet

Visitors to AQUA 2017 in October can expect a busy and exciting show as most of the exhibitor stands at the two-day event have now been sold...

Lintbells offers free AMTRA-accredited CPD

Lintbells, the premium natural supplements company, has made two online courses available to SQPs online. There’s a total of 12 AMTRA accredited CPD points available and each module takes around 45 minutes...

Biggest rabbit ever seen by PDSA vets is set for diet

The biggest rabbit ever seen by PDSA vets has signed up for a national pet slimming competition after ballooning to almost the size of a one-year-old child...

UK dog expert’s Taiwan trip helps break down barking mad stereotypes

Pet owners in Taiwan were given expert advice on how to better look after their beloved pooches by a UK dog specialist at the country’s first ever canine symposium...

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Controversial Pets at Home store officially opened

A controversial new Pets at Home store in Berwick-upon-Tweed has been officially opened. The store on the corner of Prince Edward Road and Ord Drive, Tweedmouth, had received widespread public criticism...

Unlicensed 'pet shop' owner banned from selling pets

A Dorset man has been banned from selling pets for ten years after unlawfully selling puppies...

Paw-Ever Yours treats make Valentine's Day special for owners & pets

The Dog Treat Company has come up with the ideal Valentine's Day present for dog owners who shower their pets with love, gifts and attention – Paw-Ever Yours goodies...

Heart-shaped toy set to be a winner for Best in Show

Pet accessory company Best in Show has launched a heart-shaped ‘Grin ‘n’ Tear It’ toy, which is set to be a winner this Valentine's Day...

CEVA Welfare Awards - the shortlist is revealed

Following the most successful round of nominations to date, the judging panel (pictured) has revealed its shortlist for the seventh annual Ceva Animal Welfare Awards...

US dog food recall after euthanasia drug found

A US pet food company says traces of a drug used to euthanise animals have been found in some of its products, leading to a large recall...

Glee to hold two shows a year from 2018 onwards

Glee is to become a biannual event with the opening of a 'Glee concession show' at Spring Fair 2018 (February, NEC Birmingham). This show will complement Glee’s main exhibition at the NEC each September...

Pet food firm over halfway towards £250k crowdfund target

Pet food company Cotswold RAW is over halfway towards its £250,000 crowdfund target, having secured £156,240 from 144 investors...

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