Brand new store opening soon in Bentley Bridge, Wolverhampton .......

Watch this space for more details....... 

New store now open in Burton on Trent

Just for Pets are pleased to announce our brand new outlet in Burton on Trent, Unit 2 Saltwalk (off Union Street) is is now open for all your pet's needs.......

Join the staff for friendly advice and have a look around our great new store !  

Browse our fantastic Aquatic section.......

J.P Cat and our refit team

Look what's happening at Malvern.......

Malvern store is hosting a Greyhound Awareness Event on Saturday 12th June

Hall Green Retired Greyhound Trust will be coming in store to raise awareness of the needs of ex-racing greyhounds. If you are interested in re-homing details will be available on the day.

Click on the greyhound to go to the Hall Green Retired Greyhound Trust homepage

Look what's happening at Bromsgrove .....

Bromsgrove store are holding a MICRO-CHIPPING DAY

Saturday 17th April  

Booking by appointmen

Cats and Dogs only

£12.50 each and recieve a FREE GOODY BAG with every micro chip

For booking or general information call Bromsgrove : Tel - 01527 871449

Micro chipping makes Bessie smile!!

Look whats happening at Northampton .......

GUINEA PIG AWARENESS WEEKEND

20th- 21st March

Woodgreen Animal Shelter will be operating FREE GUINEA PIG HEALTH CHECKS on Saturday 20th March

On Saturday & Sunday FREE Science Select guinea pig samples and GOODIES for the kids

Also "Sponsor a guinea pig"

Check out a full and varied range of guinea pig foods and treats on display in store

Get professional advice on guinea pigs from our friendly staff

Look what's happening at Northampton ........

The Hens arrived at Northampton along with Ian Farrar a supporter and Midlands co-ordinator of the "Battery Hen Welfare Trust"

It was a close call as to who enjoyed the visit more Hen's, customers or staff !!! As you can see from the photo's below a good time was had by all while raaising awareness to the plight of Battery hens.

The aim of the Battery Hen Welfare Trust is to see increased support for British free range farmers and see diminishing sales of eggs from caged hens.Every year the BHWT collects thousands of "spent" battery hens and re-homes them as family pets.

If you would like to know more about the BHWT click on the Chicken above or go to www.bhwt.org.uk

Look what's happening at Evesham.......

The Hens arrived at Evesham along with Ian Farrar a supporter and Midlands co-ordinator of the "Battery Hen Welfare Trust"

Evesham store raised over £360 for this worthwhile cause and were thrilled to meet two of the hens which will benefit from this.

The aim of the Battery Hen Welfare Trust is to see increased support for British free range farmers and see diminishing sales of eggs from caged hens.Every year the BHWT collects thousands of "spent" battery hens and re-homes them as family pets.

If you would like to know more about the BHWT click on the Chicken above or go to www.bhwt.org.uk

Becky Hitchcock - Manager at Evesham & Laura Law with Ian Farrar having fun with the hens.

JUST FOR PETS IS VERY PROUD TO ANNOUNCE OUR AMTRA SQP INDUSTRY 2009 PRIZE WINNERS

AMTRA is an independent regulatory body whose task it is to ensure that the marketing and distribution of animal medicines in the UK is undertaken in a responsible manner by AMTRA qualified persons.

An SQP or "suitably qualified person" has to pass a set of exams to demonstrate animal health and knowledge and an understanding of the legal system. SQP's are allowed to prescribe and supply certain medicines.

We were delighted when three of our staff were nominated for awards and very proud when they each achieved admirable positions.

The winner of the coveted AHDA CUP was one by our very own Ian Jones who is Supervisor at our Droitwich branch

Second prize went to Amy Daniels who is a senior sales assistant also from our Droitwich branch

Third prize went to Sian Narsingh who is Livestock supervisor at our Bromsgrove branch

Congratulations to all three longstanding members of staff for their dedication and hard work.

LOOK WHAT'S HAPPENING AT THE JUST FOR PETS STORES ......

Every year staff at Just for Pets work hard selling our "Fill a Bowl" christmas charity cards for customers to enter a draw and get the chance to win £50 of Just for pets vouchers.

The draw took place 31st December and 15 lucky customers recieved their Just for Pets vouchers to be spent in store.

This charity appeal raised £3100, every penny goes to each stores nominated local charities.

Also throughout December all Just for Pets stores sell Worcestershire Wildlife Trust Christmas cards which is a charity we have long been associated with. All proceeds go to the WWT and this year we raised £874 towards this worthwhile cause.

Harry the Just for Pets Office Cat

AGE : Approx-11    JOB TITLE : Quality Control   LOCATION : Just for Pets, Head Office

Very sadly after a battle with cancer we had to make the decision to put Harry to sleep.

Harry will be sorely missed at the Just for Pets office as he was the centre of all attention and had been with us for over 11 years testing beds, toys & treats as his role in "quality control"

Always ready for a cuddle he has left a very big Harry shaped space.

THE RESULTS ARE IN FOR PET IDOL 2009

Congratulations to Marley & owner Paul Clarke

Marley is 18 weeks old and is like a big bear very soft and cuddly

All entries were fantastic and winners recieved Just for Pets vouchers to be spent in store 

Dog behaviour and training days with Nick Jones at a store near you....

_{Just for Pets are pleased to announce the collaboration with Nick Jones MCFBA Dog Behaviourist and trainer.}

Nick offers a supporting role for owners and their dog's to enjoy better relationships by improving dog behaviour problems with a calm approach and positive training.

Nick is a Master Trainer with The Guild of Dog Trainers, a full member to the Canine and Feline Behaviour Association and a member of the Professional Association of Applied Canine Trainers.

"Nick is also on the panel of dog behaviour experts, and writes for Dogs Monthly."

Nick runs Alpha Dog Behaviour, click on his link for more information. Nick will be holding behaviour and training days at a store near you soon ! Watch this space for dates and venues.

LOOK WHAT'S HAPPENING AT BROMSGROVE & KIDDERMINSTER .......

 WOOF WATCHERS !  Weight watchers for dogs !

Sign up for our weigh in sessions, pop in any time for an informal weigh in. We will record your pets weight and provide general advice on weight loss or health care.

Contact Bromsgrove on Tel : 01527871449 or Kidderminster on Tel : 01562 861116

 Great news for pets

In January 2008 Wilsons Pet Centres Ltd was acquired by Wynnstay Plc.

This was a huge day in the history of Wilsons. The stores will continue to operate as normal and all staff and management will remain unchanged.

However Wilsons is now owned by a PLC which gives it stronger buying power , greater ambition and exciting expansion plans.

This can only be great news for your pet bringing more choice, new lines, new services, lower prices and even more special offers in store.

The article below is a copy of the press statement issued by Wynnstay about this exciting development:

Wynnstay is pleased to announce the acquisition of Wilson’s Pet Centres Limited, the Midlands based chain of pet superstores. The acquisition wholly complements Wynnstay's existing pet supplies and retailing activities, adding critical mass and giving Wynnstay a strong market position in the West Midlands region. Wynnstay expects the addition of Wilson’s Pet Centres to be immediately earnings enhancing.

Based in Bromsgrove in the West Midlands, Wilson’s Pet Centres was established in 1993. Since then, the management has built up a chain of 10 pet superstores, with locations in the south west Midlands in Evesham, Malvern, Worcester, Droitwich, Kidderminster, Northfield, Acocks Green, Stourbridge, Swadlincote and Bromsgrove. The stores are modern and spacious, with an average floor space of 6,000 sq ft, and are typically located within retail parks. Each store offers a comprehensive range of pet care products as well as related services such as in-store pet grooming, pet behaviour courses and pet insurance.

Following the completion of the acquisition, the two principal directors of Wilson ’s Pet Centres, who together have 42 years' experience of pet supplies retailing, will remain with the business and will lead the on-going development of Wynnstay's pet products retailing activities.

Wynnstay has a successful track record of integrating retail acquisitions and the Group believes that there is excellent potential for expanding its pet-related activities through both dedicated pet and general stores. Wilson’s Pet Centres will be rebranded under Wynnstay's existing pet brand, 'Just for Pets', and as part of the Wynnstay group, it is expected that it will benefit from opportunities to enhance purchasing, marketing and its product offering.

Bernard Harris, managing director of Wynnstay, commented,

"We have been extending Wynnstay's existing retailing activities into the high growth area of pet care products for some time now and, following the launch in the Summer of our own dedicated pet store format, Just for Pets, the acquisition of Wilson’s Pet Centres is the next logical step.

Wilson ’s Pet Centres is a long-established, well-run chain in the West Midlands, with a reputation for efficient and friendly customer service. Combining the business with our own is compelling and brings significant benefits, both from the point of view of cost efficiencies and ongoing growth strategies.

I am very pleased too that the senior management team at Wilsons Pet Centres will remain with the enlarged business, leading its development, and believe that there are exciting growth opportunities ahead of us."

Click here to visit the Wynnstay website.

Frontline Spot-On flea control and Drontal wormers are now available in Just for Pets stores.

All stores already sell a wide range of worm and flea control treatments. Legislation has now changed so we can now sell a range of products that until now have only been available from veterinary outlets.

These veterinary style treatments can only be dispensed by Suitably Qualified People (SQPs).We have invested in many of our key store staff by registering them on recognized training courses so that they have the expertise and the qualification to advise and sell you these products.

Now available in all just for pets stores *

*subject to a Suitably Qualified Person being in store

Frontline is the only treatment for dogs & cats that gives really long lasting protection against fleas & ticks and controls biting lice. Adult fleas are killed within 24 hours.

Protection lasts for up to 2 months for dogs and 5 weeks for cats.

Once you have treated your pet we recommend that you also treat your pets bedding with a household treatment.

Before using Frontline you should discuss with our SQPs in store which product is best for your pet and how to use it.

Regular worming is essential for your pet to protect it and the rest of the household.

Drontal is a simple single dose tablet that will control all intestinal worms that can sometimes be found in dogs and cats.

We recommend that adult dogs are treated every 3 months.

Before using Drontal you should discuss with our SQPs in store which product is best for your pet and how to use it.