Trade mark decision

BL Number
O/0911/26
Decision date
2 October 2026
Hearing Officer
Ms L Fayter
Mark
Tranquil Tails
Classes
05, 21, 31

Grounds

  • Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) Earlier Trade Marks - Distinctive and dominant components
  • Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) Likelihood of Confusion - State of the register
  • Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) Dilution Cases - Reputation
  • Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) Dilution Cases - Link
  • Section 5(4) Earlier Rights - Standard of proof (evidential issues)
  • Revocation / Proof of Use - Dates - genuine use
  • Revocation / Proof of Use - Variant forms of marks - use with matter added or subtracted

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