Marc the vet

Islington Gazette: ‘Respect your pet, says TV vet’

Nice little article about last week’s visit to Drayton Park School in this week’s Islington Gazette. Was a great day on the farm and then followed by chatting to the reception classes about looking after pets, etc.
To read full article click here.

Paws in the Park 2009

[ June 20, 2009 to June 21, 2009. September 12, 2009 to September 13, 2009. ] Following the massive and well-deserved success of last years’ show, Paws in the Park is pleased to announce two shows for 2009 and I’m very excited to be judging at them!

All dogs can enjoy a host of ‘have a go’ events, games and fun competitions, which will include scurries, flyball, agility, and even a ‘My [...]

“My Weapon Is A Dog” BBC THREE Thursday 21 May 2009, 9pm

[ May 21, 2009; 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm. ] (From BBCTHREE website) On nearly every high street from Penzance to London and Glasgow to Belfast, there’s a new “must-have” accessory for some young men. Not the latest trainers or mobile phone, but fierce, snarling dogs.

Rickie Haywood-Williams explores the hip-hop and peer-pressure culture that has led to this growth in aggressive dogs in his hometown [...]

Microchipping Day: 6th June, Norwich

[ June 6, 2009; ] To celebrate June’s National Microchipping Month, SOFA (Speaking Out for Animals) are hosting a microchipping day in Norwich supported by the Kennel Club.

The event will take place inside at the Giant Pet Store, Twickenham Road where there is ample parking. The public are invited to bring their unchipped pets to be microchipped for only £10 [...]

Congratulations SOFA on your Early Day Motion!!

Well done guys for finally getting your Early Day Motion tabled following our visit to the Houses of Parliament a few weeks ago. I wonder if you are actually the youngest group of people in history ever to do it? Would be interested to know.
I’m a very proud SOFA patron, and am really looking forward [...]

Macmillan Dog Day: 30th June 2009

[ June 30, 2009; ] Macmillan Cancer Support’s Dog Day is possibly the canine social event of the year, taking place on Tuesday 30th June 2009 in the grounds of the Royal Hospital Chelsea in London. Macmillan’s popular canine day held in Chelsea is a fabulous afternoon packed with celebrity-judged dog classes, entertainment, stalls and stands.

I’m very honoured to be [...]

The Most Pet-Friendly Businesses in the UK

Congratulations to all the winners of this years’ ThePet.net Awards. It was a fantastic competition this year, completely free to enter and to rate and comment too – as voted for by the public.
These are the businesses that really care. Always putting the pet first and combining value for money with customer care.
They are:
Favourite Cattery

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Fun Dog Show: In Aid of Sussex Lowland Search Dogs

[ May 23, 2009; ] I’m flattered to have been invited to judge this fun dog show at Plumpton College on Saturday 23rd May 2009.

It’s in aid of local charity Sussex Lowland Search Dogs too, for more information about the fascinating and invaluable work they do click here.

I’ll be judging from 1.30pm until 4pm so why not treat your dog [...]

School Visit: Drayton Park School, London N5

[ May 13, 2009; ] Looking forward to meeting ‘Sun’ and ‘Moon’ reception classes at Drayton Park School and chatting about how to look after animals properly, why dog fighting is bad and there’s even a group visit to local Freightliners Farm planned too.

I’ve also been told that they’ve even set up veterinary surgeries in their classrooms as well!

For more [...]

Thanks to Fat Fluffs Rabbit Rescue

Just wanted to thank all the Fat Fluffs Rabbit Rescue Team for joining us on our ThePet.net stand at the Pet Show in Birmingham last weekend. They were so much fun, totally committed to their rabbits and brought with them a lovely selection of bunnies all needing rehoming. I thought they all totally made the [...]