Industry News
Bruce’s opens centre in Warrington
Bruce’s Doggy Day Care has opened a new site in Warrington, Cheshire. The facility, on Wet Gate Lane in Lymm, offers both indoors and outdoors play areas across five-and-a-half acres. These include a sniffing safari, zen garden and agility areas to challenge dogs both...
Doggy daycare set to open in Oswestry
A new doggy daycare near Oswestry, Shropshire, is holding an open day ahead of its launch later this year. Malt House Hounds, based in New Marton at St Martins, is located on a small holding in the countryside. The facilities include an indoor area, sleeping options,...
Rhu doggy daycare set to open
A new doggy daycare is set to open in Rhu, in Argyll and Bute. Torr Farm Dog Day Care is a family-run business, set on a farm. The facility operated as Torr Farm Kennels and Cattery, which served the area for more than 30 years, and has now been transformed into a...
Self-service dog wash opens in Prestwick
A new self-service dog wash has opened in Prestwick, Ayr. The machine is located in Dog Deli, at 166 Main Street, which also sells a selection of natural dog treats, toys, high-quality dog food, and accessories. The shop will be open from Monday to Saturday (except...
Doggy daycare opens for dachshunds only
A new doggy daycare specialising in dachshunds has opened in Plympton, Devon. Sausage Stays Dachshund Daycare, located at the Strode Business Centre, features two rooms for socialising and playing and a snooze room. Owner Kyle Raven told Plymouth Live: “Our vision is...
Plans for Scarborough grooming salon approved
Plans for a new dog grooming salon in a residential garage in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, have been approved. Applicant David Barber’s plans to convert his garage at The Uplands in Newby have been approved by North Yorkshire Council. The operating hours were...
Product News
Aldi’s cooling range returns to stores
Aldi is bringing its pet cooling range back into stores. The range features Aldi’s Dog Sprinkler Mat (£6.99), available in a selection of designs, including leafy blue or tropical sunset prints. Also included is the Sunshade Dog Bed (£16.99), designed to elevate pets...
Healthy Paws launches Ostrich treats range
Healthy Paws, the premium dog food brand by Happy Pet, has launched a new range of natural Ostrich dog treats. The range features more than 20 long-lasting varieties, including bones, jerky, sticks, trachea and more. Ostrich is a novel protein, making it ideal for...
Wilsons extends cold pressed range
Wilsons, the Scottish pet food manufacturers, has launched a Chicken & Salmon cold pressed recipe for puppies. The gentle cold pressed recipe, which is specially tailored for pups aged two months and over, the helps support developing immune systems and growing...
Viewpoint
Top 5 Spring hazards for dogs
As the days grow longer and the blossoms begin to bloom, Petplan, the UK’s No.1 pet insurer, has revealed its top five Spring hazards all pet professionals should be aware of. 1. Allergies In the UK, tree pollen season is generally late March to mid-May; with grass...
Harnessing animal instincts for business success
By Kevin Thackrah, Director of Petpals When searching for business inspiration, we often turn to the usual suspects – successful entrepreneurs, bestselling books or trending podcasts. But sometimes, the most insightful lessons are right under our noses – or wagging...
How to care for dogs’ teeth
Dental disease is incredibly common among pets, affecting up to 90% of dogs in the UK. Left untreated, it can lead to gum erosion, tooth loss, and even serious health issues such as heart or kidney disease. The good news is that with the right care, you can help dogs...