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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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Crufts finale on Channel 4
 
Clare Balding

The final night of the nation’s favourite dog event, Crufts, is to be broadcast for the first time on Channel 4 next year. More4 will continue its coverage across the remainder of the annual four-day show.

With Clare Balding at the helm, Channel 4 will cover the grand finale of Crufts 2012 for two hours, from 6pm-8pm, on Sunday, March 10. More4 will be covering the first three days for two and half hours each night, from 6.30pm-9pm, March 7-9.

Channel 4 Documentaries Commissioning Editor, Anna Miralis has also commissioned a documentary entitled Best in Show: Taking the Lead, to be broadcast in the lead up to Crufts.

“Channel 4 is known for its coverage of great sporting events and our Crufts coverage will capture all of the excitement of the different competitions, from showing to agility, in a live sporting format," said Anna.

The move of the Sunday night show to Channel 4 reflects the continuing popularity of Crufts and demand for coverage. More4 will look forward to continuing its coverage of the event for the other three days, delivering an exciting show for its loyal dog-loving audience.

Crufts coverage will include interviews about buying and caring for dogs, as well as exploring issues surrounding dog health, welfare and general wellbeing.

Caroline Kisko, Secretary of the Kennel Club, which organises Crufts, says: “The Sunday night programme on Channel 4 will enable millions of people to watch the grand finale of the world’s greatest dog event.

"Crufts is a key date in any dog lover’s calendar and More4’s coverage for the last three years has captured the special relationship between man and dog. The coverage on More4 and Channel 4 means that it will continue to be essential viewing, whether people are looking for information on choosing, caring for and enjoying life with their dog or simply want to watch dogs of all shapes and sizes showing off a range of special talents.”

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