National Pet Month getting closer
The annual National Pet Month campaign to promote pet welfare, the benefits of pet ownership and public awareness of animal care specialists is getting closer. This year's National Pet Month will run from 7th April to 7th May, and the theme will be “Your pets and you: a winning team”.
National Pet Month is a registered charity that brings together animal welfare charities, pet businesses, professional bodies, youth groups, schools and pet lovers with the goal of improving pet welfare. The charities' trustees are the Pet Care Trust (PCT), Pet Food Manufacturers' Association (PFMA) and the National Office of Animal Health (NOAH).
Veterinary surgeries are being asked to sign up to this year's National Pet Month to help promote the message of improving pet welfare and health. Practices are expected to set up their own events or encourage clients to enter competitions.
Commenting, Chairman of National Pet Month Phil Sketchley said “Keep in touch with what’s on in your area by looking on our website. We are also planning some great competitions too. National Pet Month is an opportunity for us all to learn more about responsible pet care so we can enjoy our pets and make a winning team for many years to come.”
For details of how to join and become a supporter, see the National Pet Month website.
Companies marketing medicines for small pets exempt from authorisation must submit their annual return to the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) by 30 November 2026.
