Covid-19
Covid-19 disrupted every level of the UK pet industry — from in-store operations and customer behaviour to global supply chains and product availability. Under this tag, Pet Gazette examines the commercial impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on pet shops, distributors, importers, and suppliers. Coverage includes lockdown trading conditions, workforce challenges, logistics disruption, e-commerce growth, and the long-term shift in consumer purchasing patterns. We also report on government support schemes, safety regulations, and how the pandemic has reshaped strategic planning across the petcare sector.
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Aug- 2025 -19 AugustFeatures
Hear from Purina’s BetterWithPets Prize winners on how they’ve transformed their organisations
Across the UK, inspiring organisations are using the pet-human bond to change lives. From offering emotional support in care homes to detecting serious illness through scent, countless initiatives have proved that pets can do more than bring joy – they can help people recover, reconnect and thrive. Now, with support…
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Jun- 2023 -5 JuneBusiness
Supply chain pressures slow down retail growth
Continued supply chain pressures, including cost increases, delayed materials and shortages are the main concern for over a third of businesses, according to advisory firm BDO. The bi-monthly survey, which was conducted on 500 medium-sized businesses, reveals over three quarters (77%) are facing persistent disruptions within the supply chain. Faced…
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Feb- 2023 -10 FebruaryCharities
Purina donates one million pet food pouches to Community Shop
Pet food company Purina has donated one million pet food pouches to the Community Shop to help people in need. The company has donated pouches from its Felix and Gourmet ranges that will help to feed much-loved pets in families who are on the cusp of food poverty, while making…
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Aug- 2022 -16 AugustAppointment
Royal Canin UK&I names new general manager
Royal Canin has appointed Nick Foster as its new general manager, and his new role will involve leading the UK division of Royal Canin. Foster replaces Jimmy Park who is stepping down from the role and returning to Korea after navigating Royal Canin through transformations, including its approach to Covid-19…
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Jul- 2022 -26 JulyIndustry News
Remote veterinary demand up 14% in 2022
Demand for remote veterinary consultations has risen 14% in the first six months of 2022 at Joii Pet Care, indicating what it says is a “continued appetite for owners to access vet care from the comfort of their home”. Between January and June 2022, Joii Pet Care saw a 14%…
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4 JulyIndustry News
Pet population remains steady, PDSA report finds
The estimated population of dogs, cats and rabbits remain similar to pre-pandemic levels, however 24% of all owners acquired their pet in the last two years, according to the latest report from PDSA. This equates to 5.4 million pets acquired since the start of the pandemic in March 2020. 2022…
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Jun- 2022 -16 JuneEconomy
BoE raises interest rates to 1.25%
The Bank of England’s (BoE) Monetary Policy Committee has voted to raise interest from 1% to 1.25% – marking its fifth rise in a row as it bids to offset the impact of rising inflation. The Monetary Policy Committee voted by a majority of 6-3 to increase the rate to…
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14 JuneVeterinary
Vet-AI calls for vet industry to accept remote prescriptions
Pet telemedicine firm Vet-AI is calling for remote prescribing to be permitted for video consultations across the veterinary industry after it claimed research “revealed treatment through the height of the Covid-19 lockdown period to be successful”. Vet-AI, which offers video veterinary consultations via its Joii Pet Care app, analysed records…
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6 JunePet Owners
Pet food subscriptions more than double since 2018, says Yodel
Pet food deliveries have more than doubled in four years according to the latest figures from independent parcel carrier Yodel. Yodel said UK consumers turn to online deliveries as a “more convenient way to care for pets”, with the biggest rise coming from London, where pet food deliveries were up…
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Apr- 2022 -1 AprilRetailers
Ceva Animal Health extends behaviour range
Ceva Animal Health has extended its leading behaviour range, Adaptil, with the launch of Adaptil Chew, a new “fast-calming” chew for dogs. The new product aims to “quickly help to relax dogs if given at least 30 minutes before an expected event” and can be given like a treat directly…
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