Industry News
Brixton doggy daycare expands
Social enterprise doggy daycare Paws and Pause has expanded its Brixton, South London, facility into the space next door. The new space doubles the capacity for dogs and trainees, creating more opportunities for the local community, and is in response to high and...
Dog hotel opens in Birtley
A new 10-room dog hotel has opened on 250 acres of farmland north of Hexham, Northumberland. The Northumberland Dog Hotel, located at Cowden Burn Farm, near Birtley, also features a grooming salon and five acres of secure land for the dogs to exercise on. Owner Rachel...
Meldreth dog care business receives five-star rating
Doggy daycare and boarding business Family Pet Care in Meldreth, Cambridgeshire, has been awarded a five-star rating. Family Pet Care, which is run by Christina Pollard, was given the five-star rating from South Cambridgeshire District Council as part of an animal...
Perth welcomes pet grooming and training centre
A dog grooming salon and training centre has opened in Perth, in North East Scotland. Owner Emily McMillan, who established Wagging Tails Pet Grooming in October 2016, previously worked from Perth’s Doggy Daycare Centre. She told The Courier: “The space I had...
Dorset groomer unveils future plans
Dorset dog groomer Alison Clark is set to move her business Poole. Clark opened Doggie-Styles eight years ago from a salon in her garden in Broadstone and is now moving the business to a site in Willis Way. She told the Dorset Echo: “Our new location in Poole...
Dog grooming salon launches in Ashbocking
A dog grooming salon has opened in Ashbocking, Suffolk. Long Barn Dog Grooming, located at Ashleigh Farm in Helmingham Road, has been opened by friends Natasha Hill and Karen Bright. Hill told Suffolk News: “We have worked really hard on decorating and renovating the...
Product News
Paw Comfort introduces products tailored for the UK market
Premium pet products brand Paw Comfort has launched a range of premium pet products tailored specifically for the UK market. From dog crates and kennels to pet strollers and prams, the company says it offers a variety of products designed to ensure safety, comfort,...
Sniff & Swagger launches first perfume for dogs
Luxury dog brand Sniff & Swagger has launched new fragrance. The scent, called Diva, blends musk, florals, and sandalwood. Sniff & Swagger said: “Diva is a fragrance crafted for the dog who is a Diva with a vibrant energy and undeniable charm. “Diva is the...
Company of Animals launches ‘next generation’ of basket muzzles
Company of Animals has introduced a new basket muzzle under its Baskerville brand. Invisa, which is made from durable thermoplastic rubber, has a transparent design that reduces the stigma associated with traditional muzzles. The clear basket design also helps dogs,...
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The feasibility of meatless diets for dogs
Due to rise in popularity, many pet owners question whether pets might also benefit from plant-based diets. As pet owners seek better nutrition for their furry companions, the shift towards natural ingredients is gaining traction. Instead of relying solely on...
How to dog-proof your Christmas tree
By Simon Bennett, Managing Director at insurer petGuard With Christmas just around the corner, many people are eagerly decorating their homes. Afterall, no home is complete without a Christmas tree. However, something strange and new popping up in pet’s home like a...
Five steps to running an ethical petcare business
Kevin Thackrah, Director of Petpals, sheds light on why ethics are vital in petcare and outlines five actionable steps to help business owners and pet care professionals make ethical values a daily priority. Working in pet care often conjures up visions of wagging...