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A pair of penguins that had been stolen from a zoo have been found in a village by police.
A Tinder-inspired App is helping farmers match up partners for their cattle.A huge flock of birds closed part of a motorway in Austin, Texas.
About sixty-five sheep, which were trapped on cliffs in Pembrokeshire, have been rescued by the RSPCA after a 10-day operation.Estonian workers have rescued a dog from a freezing river – without realising that it was actually a wolf.
A video has appeared online showing the moment that a panicked fawn was saved by a considerate motorist before being retrieved by its mum.
A woman has hit back at a retailer’s miniscule glittery party outfit by getting her terrier to model it.
Firefighters have rescued a mountain lion that was stuck in a tree outside a house in the California desert.A video has emerged online of live fish raining across Malta.
A sow at a South Africa animal sanctuary has developed a love for colour and painting.
A Grandmother returned from a trip to Australia to discover a live snake curled up inside a shoe in her suitcase.
A pet insurance company in New Zealand has revealed its 10 most unusual pet care claims from 2018.
An otter has been caught on camera running around the aisles of an Irish supermarket.
A Chihuahua has become an online sensation after pictures of him globetrotting went viral.
Fourteen per cent of over-55s spend more than 51 hours alone each week, according to new research.A country rock artist has released a new track dedicated to the pain of pet loss ahead of Pet Remembrance Day (July 5).
Nearly two-thirds of dog owners regularly use their phone while out on walks with their pets, according to a new study.
Raw and natural pet food business Natures Menu has launched a new range of baked biscuits – Country Hunter Superfood Crunch – and refreshed the packaging of its existing Country Hunter Superfood Mighty Mixer.
The private equity owner of MPM Products is looking to double its money on its investment in the pet food business.
Royal Canin was named ‘Business Partner of the Year – Food’ by Jollyes at the retailer’s annual dinner.
Dorwest Herbs was named the Best Overall Niche Brand B2B in the National Direct Commerce Awards 2019.High street clothing retailer Primark has launched a range of ‘fu’ clothing and accessories for small dogs and cats.
A handsome dog in the garden or cuddly cat curled up on the sofa can add to a home’s kerb appeal, according to estate agent Slater Hogg and Howison.
Antos has introduced two new product ranges this summer.
WildThings has launched a new easy-pour packet of swan & duck food specifically designed to make it easier for people to take out and about.
UK sales support officer Rachel Lamb is celebrating 20 years of service with Beaphar UK.
Seventy-two per cent of Brits think stress levels would improve with animals in the workplace, according to research commissioned by Poppy’s Picnic.
Animal feed manufacturer I’Anson Brothers has unveiled plans to build a new production facility.
Fish4Dogs is supporting Bring Your Dog to Work Day again this year.
The British Equestrian Trade Association was a supporting sponsor for the first time at this year’s Equi-Trek Bramham International.
Trixie has launched a selection of new products.
An agreement between the Pet Industry Federation’s Chinese export partner, Best for Pets Supply Chain Co, and the Chinese provincial government of Jilin, will open exclusive export opportunities for PIF members who are looking to introduce their brand to the Chinese pet market.More than 20 snakes and other reptiles have been taken during a raid on a Lancashire pet store.
Oscar & Hooch has promoted its Black and Red collars and leads to mark the 10th anniversary of the Medical Detection Dog Charity.
An injured veteran who scooped gold at the Invictus Games has rehomed 100 hens to provide therapy for fellow ex-servicemen.
The RSPCA is reminding owners to treat their pets regularly for fleas.
Scampers Natural Pet Store became ‘the trade experiment’ when its owners chose to delist ‘the big four’ pet food manufacturers in preference for natural, high-meat brands. Sandra Pearce visits to see how the experiment has gone
Nearly 2,000 dogs were reported stolen last year, with 299 thefts in London alone.
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The Government has created 41 new Marine Conservation Zones, marking the most significant expansion of England’s ‘Blue Belt’ of protected areas to date.
A fair has banned goldfish from being offered as prizes after a Devon man was filmed gulping one down with a beer.
Ludwigia is a well-known species within the aquatic trade, but this ‘white’ variety has a unique appearance and up to now has been rarely available.World Feeds, home to the Vitalis Aquatic Nutrition range, is representing the aquatics sector in The Parliamentary Review.
A Vietnamese man has been arrested at an Australian airport after trying to smuggle a rare and expensive fish into the country by strapping it to his neck.
Sea Life Great Yarmouth has welcomed a pair of rescued grey seal pups.A large alligator gar has been captured in Lake Texoma, Oklahoma, according to the Mirror.
A number of national press have had a field day with sensationalist headlines following the discovery of suspected piranha in a Yorkshire lake.
Amorous penguins in temporary accommodation unexpectedly began breeding while their new Sea Life Great Yarmouth home was remodelled, extending their ‘romantic’ trip by weeks.The UK will miss almost all the 2020 nature targets it signed up to a decade ago, according to a report by the government’s official advisers.
New season koi are available at Squire’s Garden Centres in Badshot Lea, Twickenham, Stanmore and Washington.Thousands of goldfish have been removed from a pond in order to prevent environmental damage.
NT Labs has reformulated its Filter Bugs product into an easy-to-use liquid formulation.Newquay’s Blue Reef Aquarium is offering discounts for all members of the Armed Forces, employees of the Emergency Services and NHS staff.
Anubias on lava rock (with Java moss) is a new addition to our range, and it is likely that we shall be adding more plants to this theme of ‘plants on lava rock’.Authorities in China are prosecuting 11 people for smuggling $119m (£90m) worth of fish swimbladders from Mexico.
Tetra has brought out Pond FilterStart Bacteria, a water conditioner that combines two types of natural, highly active bacteria to ensure optimal pond care.
