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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Nov- 2023 -6 NovemberRetailers
Morrisons unveils festive pet range
Morrisons has unveiled its biggest festive pet range to date ahead of the festive season. The new festive range comprises nearly 30 products and prices start from £1.49. The range includes Morrisons Pawsome Meaty Christmas Dog Treat Advent Calendar and Morrisons Purrfect Meaty Christmas Cat Treat Advent Calendar, both £3.99,…
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Oct- 2023 -31 OctoberIndustry News
Vetspeed co-founder Clive Jackman dies aged 87
Vetspeed has announced that its co-founder Clive Jackman passed away at the age of 87 on 27 October. Jackman played a pivotal role in the formative years of CPC Cares, Vetspeed’s leading company, specifically in the development of the individual pet cremation service. He pioneered pet cremation in the UK…
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24 OctoberRetailers
Cost of living likely to hurt Christmas spending
Four in 10 consumers have said that they will be spending less on Christmas presents this year, according to data from KPMG UK. However, 45% of those surveyed stated that their budget for Christmas presents remained the same as last year. Only 4% of all the consumers surveyed said they…
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23 OctoberRetailers
Edgar and Cooper to launch limited edition Christmas packs
Pet food brand Edgard and Cooper is set to launch its limited edition Christmas packs for cats and dogs this festive season. For cats, the limited edition treats will include Festive Venison Chunks in Sauce, Festive Duck Paté and Festive Feasts Chunks in Sauce selection. Both the Festive Venison Chunks…
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3 OctoberRetailers
Yakers launches new cranberry-flavoured Superfoods
Yakers, the manufacturer of 100% natural dog chews and occupiers, has launched its new Superfoods Cranberry Yakers. The Superfoods Cranberry Yakers aim to reduce plaque and tartar, and contain protein and calcium and low in fat, plus the added cranberry that helps boost the immune system and promote urinary tract…
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Sep- 2023 -20 SeptemberManufacturers
Furr Boost launches four new smoothie drinks
Furr Boost has announced that it is launching four new varieties of its smoothie drink at PATS Telford. The new varieties will include venison, butternut squash and cranberry; salmon, sweet potato and blueberry; a vegan plant based version, and a special christmas-themed turkey, cranberry and parsnip. The venison, butternut squash…
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Jan- 2023 -31 JanuaryRetailers
Pets at Home raises profit outlook
Pet retailer Pets at Home has raised its profit outlook after record Q3 consumer revenues, for the 12 weeks ended 5 January 2023. Its consumer revenues rose 9% year on year boosted by a record number of consumers. Consumer revenues were also up 30% compared to pre-pandemic levels. The company…
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17 JanuaryRetailers
Jollyes reports record Christmas sales
Pet retailer Jollyes has reported record sales for the four weeks up to 31 December 2022, with sales up 31% compared with last year. The company stated that the sales were driven by higher demand at existing stores, new store openings and online. Following the company’s new acquisitions and openings…
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9 JanuaryIndustry News
National Pet College gets new apprenticeship
The National Pet College has announced that the level three animal welfare manager apprenticeship has been approved by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IFATE). Over the next few months employers and providers will be asked to comment on the knowledge, skills and behaviours that should be included in…
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Dec- 2022 -21 DecemberRetailers
Jollyes unveils £600 cost of living payment for staff
Jollyes has announced that it is providing colleagues with a payment of £600 to help support them through the cost of living crisis, with over 900 Jollyes staff members set to benefit. The support, combined with enhanced staff discounts, is being made to thank staff for their work during a…
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