Industry News

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20 January

Jollyes sets sights on expansion as sales surge

Jollyes has announced “ambitious” growth plans after seeing sales surge to a “record high” £42m in the half year to 30 November. It revealed the retailer plans to open 20 new stores in the next 12 months, including new Scottish stores in Edinburgh, Glenrothes and Stirling, a new Welsh store…

19 January

Inflation hits 30-year high

Inflation reached 5.4% in December, its highest rate since CPIH stood at 5.1% in May 1992, according to the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). It revealed the consumer prices index including owner occupiers’ housing costs (CPIH) rose 4.8% in the 12 months to December 2021, up…

19 January

Lifespan of overweight dogs cut short by up to a year, data finds

Some overweight dogs’ lives could be cut short by up to a year, according to tails.com research. It revealed owners “admit” that their dogs may be wise to their weaknesses around treats and human snacks, with 46% of owners admitting to giving in to their dog simply for ‘looking cute’,…

18 January

Three in 10 pet owners feed dogs toxic foods, study finds

Some three in 10 pet owners feed their dogs toxic foods, according to Canine Cottages. Working with vet Charley Webb, Canine Cottages created an interactive tool, highlighting how toxic foods can affect their pets from their inside, and advice on what to do to treat them upon consumption. According to…

18 January

Footfall rise shows first signs of return to office

Footfall across UK retail destinations rose by 1.5% last week from the week before, according to Springboard. High streets were responsible for the majority of the rise, where footfall rose by 7.2%, indicating what Springboard said are the “first signs of confidence in returning to the office”. In comparison, footfall…

17 January

Cat charity unveils plans for Chelmsford upgrade

Cats Protection has unveiled plans for a ‘major upgrade’ of its Chelmsford Adoption Centre, set to begin in February and conclude by the end of 2022. The new centre will incorporate learnings from across the national charity’s network of 37 centres to deliver an ‘upscaled’ level of cat care excellence…

14 January

VetPartners reveals Spanish expansion

Praxia and Medican Veterinary Center have become Vetpartners first Spanish practice partners. Praxia, a referral practice specialising in various fields, including cardiology and orthopaedics, based in Elche, Alicante, was the veterinary group’s founding Spanish practice. The acquisition was swiftly followed by a second practice after Medican Veterinary Center in Madrid…

14 January

UK economy surpassed pre-Covid levels in November

Gross domestic product (GDP) has surpassed its pre-pandemic level for the first time as it grew by 0.9% in November 2021, according to the latest Office for National Statistics (ONS) data. In the latest release, output in consumer-facing services grew by 0.8%, mainly because of a 1.4% increase in retail…

13 January

IPET Network calls for mandatory dog grooming education

The iPET Network has renewed calls for mandatory further education legislation in dog grooming after a cockapoo tragically died after being left in a cage dryer. Kilmarnock puppy Harry, died after suffering heat stroke when he went to a Scottish groomer, with the incident leading to a petition. Qualification provider…

13 January

PetQuip to sponsor international trade conference

An event sponsored by three of the leading trade associations in the pet product, garden and leisure and home enhancement sectors has revealed its key speaker line up, with special measures being put in place to ensure the venue and the day’s activities are Covid-safe. The Future for International Trade…