News Archive

The Great Big Rabbit Survey

Monday 25th October 2010

Calling all rabbit owners........The RSPCA has launched a UK wide survey to find out more about the UK's pet rabbits. The survey website will enable rabbit owners to get lots of hints and tips about caring for their bunnies, share stories with other rabbit owners, and join the campaign for better rabbit welfare.

Click www.greatbigrabbitsurvey.org to share your rabbit story.

Burgess Pet Care Wins Supplier of the Year 2010 at the Pet Care Trust Awards

Wednesday 06th October 2010

Burgess Pet Care are proud to have been crowned 'Supplier of the Year' at the prestigious Pet Care Trust Industry Awards 2010.

The Pet Care Trust is a national pet care education charity that promotes responsible pet ownership. It is the charitable arm of The Pet Care Trade Association which provides a quality assurance of businesses in the pet care sector: all members agree to adhere to their charters, representing best practice for the different sectors of the pet trade on joining the Association.

The Annual Pet Industry Awards are therefore the mosts celebrated and coveted awards in the pet industry calendar and Burgess Pet Care, a Yorkshire based family business of pet owners and lovers were absolutely delighted to be awarded the top honour of 'Supplier of the Year'.

Paul Miley, Managing Director of Burgess Pet Care said "We are thrilled to have achieved 'Supplier of the Year' as it recognises the diversity of the work we do within the company. First and foremost we make extremely high quality food for furry pets, but we don't stop there. We also work hard to improve the lives of pets by working closely with leaders in the field of pet health, through continuous trade and consumer education, and also by providing a number of initiatives from our Rescue Centre Loyalty Scheme through to our Show Dog Creche to make sure we support and give back to the most important stakeholders of all within this industry - the pets! It is fantastic to know that our peers hold these values in high esteem too and have judged us to be the top supplier as a result "

Are you the next Wetnose Burgess Rescue Awards winner?

Wednesday 06th October 2010

Animal rescue centres nationwide are being called upon to nominate themselves for the Wetnose Burgess Rescue Awards 2011.

Founded by not-for-profit organisation Wetnose Animal Aid, the annual Wetnose Awards, now in their second year, recognise the valuable and tireless work of small, independent rescue centres that help animals in the UK and overseas.

The awards seek to raise awareness of the fantastic job centres do in rescuing, caring for and rehoming abandoned animals, whilst highlighting the passionate, often emotional, hardworking individuals ‘behind the scenes’ who selflessly devote their time and even their life’s work to helping animals in need.

Headline sponsor Burgess Pet Care, one of the UK’s leading producers of high quality pet foods, is encouraging rescue centres across the country to give themselves a well-deserved pat on the back by nominating themselves for the Wetnose Burgess Rescue Awards 2011.

Burgess Pet Care Marketing Team Welcomes New Members

Tuesday 05th October 2010

Burgess Pet Care’s debut appearance at Interzoo 2010 resulted in overwhelming interest in their brands and products from around the world. Consequently the family owned Yorkshire based business is pleased to welcome two new members to their marketing team.

Brand Manager for Excel and Export Markets, Rebecca Nutland and Direct Marketing Executive Charlotte Mews will drive and deliver the highly demanding export programme, with particular focus on growing the famous Excel brand within Europe. They will also cement trade and consumer relationships through the implementation of a number of exciting Direct Marketing initiatives.

Rebecca Nutland brings a wealth of classic Brand and Category Management experience within specialist, grocery and export markets from a range of brands such as Carling, Grolsch, Coors Light, Sol and Cobra from her four years working within the drinks industry. Rebecca is looking forward to using her bi-lingual expertise to building the Burgess Export market and taking Excel, the UK’s No.1 vet recommended range of food for fibrevores to the next level, both domestically and internationally.

Charlotte Mews will be responsible for shows and events in the UK and overseas, and all trade and consumer marketing support. Charlotte brings experience specifically from the on-line retail channel and is looking forward to developing her skills and insights into consumer buying behaviour to forge excellent customer and consumer experiences through an increased focus on trade and consumer shows for Burgess Pet Care for many years to come.

DOES YOUR DOG HAVE PULLING POWER? TAKE PART IN OUR FUN SURVEY!

Monday 09th August 2010

As part of our £5,000 Golden Ticket Campaign throughout July and August 2010, where dog owners can win £5,000 if they find the 'golden ticket' in promotional packs of Supadog, we are also looking to find the other benefits of dog ownership.

This week we want to find out if having a dog increases your 'pulling potential'.

Everyone who takes part in our fun survey will be automatically entered into a free prize draw to win a years supply of Supadog* for their best four legged friend.

Click on the link to enter the survey - we promise it will only take 2 minutes.

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/L2Q533G

*Terms and Conditions

YEAR'S SUPPLY FREE PRIZE DRAW: Open to all UK residents, excluding employees of Burgess Group PLC, their families, agents and anyone else connected with this promotion. All survey entries to be submitted through http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/L2Q533G by 00:00hrs GMT 11.08.10. Only fully completed survey entries will be accepted. The Promoter accepts no responsibility for entries which are delayed, corrupted or otherwise rendered invalid owing to technical errors or malfunctions. Proof of sending is not proof of receipt. The prize draw will be supervised by an independent person and will take place on 11.08.10. The winner will be the first entry drawn at random from all valid responses. The winner will be notified by e-mail by 17.08.10. The prize winner's details will be available for 6 weeks by sending an SAE marked "Burgess Supadog Prize Winner 2010" to the Promoter at the address below after 17.08.10. There is one prize consisting of a year's supply of Burgess Supadog across all varietyies for one dog - delivered to the registered postal address as 1 x 12.5 kg bag per month for 12 months. The Promoter cannot accept responsibility for the acts or omissions of third parties providing services as part of the prize. The prize winner will need to supply delivery instructions for delivery of the prize. The prize winner may be required to participate in future publicity. The Promoter reserves the right to select an alternative winner, should the original winner not supply delivery instructions within 3 weeks of having been notified by the Promoter as the prize winner. The prize is as stated, is non-transferable and there is no cash alternative. The Promoter reserves the right to award an alternative prize of equal or greater value should the original prize become unavailable for any reason. The Promoter reserves the right to withdraw or amend this promotion in the event of any unforeseen circumstances outside its reasonable control. This promotion and these terms are governed by English law and are subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English Courts. The decision of the Promoter in all matters is final and no correspondence will be entered into. Entrants are deemed to have accepted these terms and conditions by participating in this promotion.

Promoter: Burgess Pet Care, Victory Mill, Priestmans Lane, Thornton-le-Dale, Pickering, North Yorkshire, YO18 7RU

Win a Years Supply of Supadog Beef Casserole with Petstreet

Friday 16th July 2010

Fancy winning a whole year's supply of Supadog Beef Casserole? Well, head over to PetStreet.co.uk, join their online community and tell them what annoys your dog. It's that simple!

PetStreet pet forum is the UK's leading independent social networking website for pet-lovers. There are over 10,000 members who share a clear ethos of responsible pet ownership. PetStreet is rich in content, with news stories, videos and each member has their own profile. There are also forums, competitions and free veterinary advice.
 
A social network like PetStreet provides a fantastic way for people to communicate, share information and meet like-minded people who have  one thing in common -  a love of the animals that share our lives.

PetStreet has an editor whose work involves updating the site regularly with new stories, doing interviews and making short news and how-to videos on all sorts of pet-related subjects.  

So feel free to join the PetStreet community and get involved. Its all free!

PetStreet website:- http://www.petstreet.co.uk/ 
PetStreetFilms on You-Tube  http://www.youtube.com/user/PetStreetFilms

Burgess celebrate BRC A grade hat trick

Thursday 15th July 2010

Burgess Pet Care, one of the UK's leading producers of high quality pet foods, has been awarded an 'A' grade rating by The British Retail Consortium (BRC) for the second consecutive year. This is the fourth time in six years the company has been awarded this prestigious grade.

THE BIG DOGGIE DO

Thursday 08th July 2010

Burgess Pet Care, makers of Supadog Beef Casserole, a UK first containing real beef pieces and Supatasty gravy, is teaming up with The Parks Trust Milton Keynes as the official sponsor of The Big Doggie Do 2010 event.

The Big Doggie Do 2010, now in its 4^th year, is due to take place on Saturday 17^th and Sunday 18^th July 2010 at Furzton Lake, Milton Keynes from 11am to 4pm.  This event will launch a dog watch scheme with the aim of encouraging responsible dog ownership, as well as encouraging frequent dog walkers to be the eyes and ears of the community. The fun day will also feature dog displays, agility workshops and competitions, including 'cutest puppy', as well as dog charity and commercial stalls to keep all dog owners, their families and their furry companions entertained.

Dogs will be wagging their tails in delight when they taste the delicious Supadog samples handed out by Burgess Pet Care over both days.  Just a touch of water turns this nutritious dry food into a mouthwatering dish with Supatasty gravy, suitable for all dogs.

Burgess Pet Care is a company of pet lovers and owners whose business ethos is devoted to making the lives of pets better, through great food that's really healthy and delicious. Burgess is also equally committed to helping and supporting rescue centres as well as encouraging responsible pet ownership through education.

Naomi Chatterley, Burgess Pet Care Marketing Manager, said: "We are really excited to be teaming up with The Parks Trust to bring The Big Doggie Do to the local community.

"This fun event is all about promoting responsible dog ownership, such as respecting public places by picking up after your dog, and controlling your pet appropriately which we at Burgess Pet Care support one hundred percent.

"Don't forget to claim your free goody bag on entry, which will contain a free sample as well as a helpful Supadog guide on dogs and how to care for them. Stop by our stall for a wealth of doggie related information, to learn more about our Supadog range and to drop off your completed questionnaire, to be in with a chance of winning six months free Supadog Beef Casserole and a luxury dog bed for your canine companion."

Just because I'm wagging my tail doesn't mean I'm happy: Thought you understood your pet? Think again

Wednesday 07th July 2010

Daily Mail article about keeping your pets happy that also includes information about rabbit nutrition.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1177286/Just-Im-wagging-tail-doesnt-mean-Im-happy-Thought-understood-pet-Think-again.html

Win a goody bag of Burgess treats courtesy of mypetbook.co.uk

Friday 18th June 2010

Fancy winning a goody bag packed full of Burgess treats for your pet?

We are delighted to be working with mypetbook.co.uk a new pet community site that launched last month. Alongside interesting pet and animal related articles, mypetbook is packed with great advice and tips on all aspects of pet care.

Pet fans are able to join the growing community, add photos of their pet and meet like-minded animal lovers. There are also fantastic competitions on the site, an online Vet to answer your pet questions, pet horoscopes, an art gallery and much, much more.

Mypetbook is not just about your pets! Chris Packham shares his top wildlife tips and shows you how to encourage our native wildlife into your outside space.

Mypetbook is very pleased to be running a competition for a fantastic pet food goody bag with Burgess, so why not sign up now, and join their online community - it's free!