Pets at Home Foundation names new chair

The Pets at Home Foundation has announced the appointment of Robert Kent as chair, taking over the role from Louise Stonier, who has led the charity for over 15 years and has recently been appointed as chief operating officer of Vets4Pets.

Kent joined Pets at Home in 2018 as chief data officer.

The Pets at Home Foundation has raised over £45m since it was established in 2006, supporting over 750 organisations and donating over £3.5m in the last year alone.

Kent said: “I am thrilled to be joining the Pets at Home Foundation as Chair. It is a wonderful charity that understands the difference pets make to people’s lives and works tirelessly to create a better world for pets and the people who love them.

“Under Louise’s guidance, the team have achieved some incredible milestones and I am excited to have the opportunity to take over the baton, to work alongside the team and Trustees, and to help shine a light on the incredible work they do.”