Features

Jun- 2020 -

18 June

Coronavirus diaries: PetPlace

PetPlace has introduced cutting-edge social distancing and safety measures to ensure the wellbeing of its customers during the coronavirus pandemic. The retailer, which has sites across North Wales, is the first in the UK to install Record FlowControl at its Abergele store, a revolutionary automated system that only allows a…

16 June

How pet retailers and brands can learn and adapt after Covid-19

Monitor consumer behaviour and adapt accordingly It’s more important than ever to closely monitor consumer behaviour. As expected, there has been a massive shift to online retail, both with direct to consumer, and via retail sites, with consumers taking advantage of the ability to order and have it delivered direct…

12 June

How your pet business can get the most out of PPC marketing as consumer trends shift

As a business owner you’ll know that, in order to succeed, you need to be willing to adapt to shifts in consumer trends. This applies to everything from the products you stock to the way you choose to market your company. Everything from seasonality to current affairs can have a…

12 June

Keeping your dog mentally engaged following 10 weeks of lockdown

It’s no secret that the current lockdown has caused tremendous strain on the nation’s mental health as well as that of our furry friends so it’s even more crucial, that after ten weeks of lockdown, that you keep your dog physically and mentally engaged, particularly if you are shielding or…

10 June

How to prepare for a new pet

The arrival of a new pet is very exciting, but it can also be a daunting experience for new owners. Feeling this way is only natural: to help you feel more prepared, there are a few steps that can be taken. The first port of call is an introductory trip…

8 June

HMRC – our helpful friend in difficult times?

It is true to say HMRC are showing a fair amount of understanding in these difficult times. They have been asked to put together mechanisms to allow furlough payments and business grants to be claimed. However, it is not surprising that given the time frames the system has not been…

3 June

Seven ways pets can help with the emotions of lockdown

With the UK having gone into lockdown on 23 March 2020 – and no immediate sign of when life will return to some level of normality – many people across the country have found this has had an adverse effect on their emotions and mental health. Many British households are…

1 June

Tips for maintaining a pet’s digestive health during lockdown

Now that we are able to spend more time outside than we have been able to during lockdown, it’s important to consider your pet’s gut health and what can affect it to avoid any unwanted trips to the vets. A pet’s gut can be affected by a number of situations…

May- 2020 -

28 May

The next steps: Grooming salons with distancing measures

With pet grooming salons preparing to reopen across the country, it is important to consider how they might be able to operate when the restrictions are eased to re-introduce more services. Below, we at Groomers, have hypothesised what we believe the new process will entail, in order to remain compliant…

26 May

Top tips for separation anxiety when Covid-19 lockdown ends

With the UK in lockdown, some pets will be enjoying the extra company at home. However, as lockdown restrictions start to ease and people return to their normal routines, pets may develop separation anxiety. If pets have become used to you being around 24/7 anxiety might occur when they are…