Christmas
Christmas is a key trading period for the UK pet industry, offering seasonal sales opportunities for retailers, wholesalers, and petcare brands alike. Pet Gazette covers festive product launches — from advent calendars and themed toys to limited-edition treats and gift bundles — alongside wholesale buying trends, supplier offers, and promotional strategies. We also report on peak season footfall patterns, merchandising ideas, and stock planning challenges. Whether you run a pet shop or manage brand distribution, this tag provides insight into how the pet sector maximises commercial returns during the crucial holiday period.
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Oct- 2025 -31 OctoberFeatures
5 tips for keeping track of your furry friends this holiday season
Whether pumpkin carving or chestnut roasting, the next few months promise unbridled holiday joy for millions. However, for pet owners nationwide, it may be worth a brief paws before jumping headfirst into the festivities. Unfortunately, alongside the holiday fun exists the potential for disrupted routines and excessive noise for furry…
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31 OctoberSponsored
Tavo Pets unveils innovations for safer, stylish pet travel
As the golden quarter approaches and festive shopping begins in earnest, Tavo Pets is inviting pet lovers to think beyond the usual treats and toys. This season, the brand behind impact crash-tested pet travel gear and design-led pet lifestyle accessories has launched two standout products that promise to elevate comfort,…
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30 OctoberBusiness
Pets Corner partners with Deliveroo for on-demand pet supplies
Pets Corner has agreed an exclusive partnership with Deliveroo to offer on-demand delivery of pet products across selected areas of London and Brighton. The move marks the first time a national pet retailer has joined the Deliveroo platform. It will allow customers to order a range of Pets Corner items,…
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27 OctoberRetailers
Waita Pets launches advent calendars for cats and dogs
Pet food manufacturer Waita Pets has launched two advent calendars for cats and dogs as part of its 2025 Christmas range. The company, a finalist in the upcoming Pet Industry Federation (PIF) Awards for Best Pet Treat and Supplier of the Year, said the treats are designed to support digestive…
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22 OctoberManufacturers
Natures Menu unveils festive Freeze Dried treats for dogs
Pet food manufacturer Natures Menu has launched a festive range of dog treats and meals featuring its Freeze Dried products. The limited edition range includes the Christmas Cracker, Christmas Kennel and Christmas Stocking, each designed as a seasonal gift for adult dogs of all sizes. The products combine natural ingredients…
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21 OctoberRetailers
Jollyes to close stores over Xmas and New Year in recognition of staff
Jollyes will close all of its more than 100 stores on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day to give staff additional time off over the festive period. The retailer said the move was a gesture of thanks for employees’ hard work during the year. It will also bring…
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14 OctoberEconomy
Retail sales edge up 2.3% in September as food spending drives growth
UK total retail sales rose by 2.3% year on year in September, up from growth of 2% in September 2024 and above the 12-month average increase of 2.1%, according to the British Retail Consortium (BRC). Food sales increased by 4.3% on the year, compared with 2.3% growth in September 2024…
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8 OctoberRetailers
The Innocent Cat unveils festive salmon treats for cats
Pet food maker The Innocent Cat has launched its new Gravlax Festive Bites for cats ahead of the Christmas season. The treats, inspired by traditional Scandinavian gravlax recipes, are made with 60% sustainably sourced salmon and dill. They are grain-free and hypoallergenic, designed as a seasonal addition to the brand’s…
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Sep- 2025 -30 SeptemberManufacturers
Pooch and Mutt launches festive dog food range for Christmas 2025
Pet food company Pooch and Mutt has unveiled its Christmas 2025 range, offering a seasonal selection of meals, treats and gift products for dogs. The line-up includes dishes such as a Three Bird Feast wet food made with turkey, chicken and duck, and Pigs in Blankets meaty treats. Other products…
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25 SeptemberRetailers
Tails.com launches 2025 Advent Calendar for dogs
Tails.com has released its 2025 Advent Calendar for dogs, featuring 26 festive treats and a charitable partnership with StreetVet. The calendar contains 24 star-shaped biscuits in goose, turkey and duck flavours, along with two peanut butter-flavour paw biscuits for Christmas Day. All products are made in the UK, contain no…
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