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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Apr- 2020 -14 AprilCoronavirus
BVA and BSAVA issue update on Covid-19 guidance
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) and British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA) have released a joint statement on their latest coronavirus guidance. The groups said that they are committed to supporting one another and “working together to provide leadership” to benefit those in the veterinary sector as it “navigates these…
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9 AprilRetailers
BIRA fight ‘anomaly’ in government grant funding
The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) is highlighting an ‘anomaly’ in government grant funding meaning small independent retailers could be missing out on £15,000 Covid-19 cash. According to real estate advisory firm Altus Group almost 3,700 small shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants could miss out on the money. An early…
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9 AprilEconomy
AAB calls on government to enhance support for businesses
Accountancy firm Anderson Anderson and Brown (AAB) has called on the UK Government to implement a series of “wide-reaching” measures aimed at helping businesses to survive the disruption caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. Lyn Calder, managing partner and also the firm’s head of deals for the Central Belt in Scotland,…
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9 AprilPet Owners
Dogs Trust appeals to keep chocolate out of reach of dogs
Dogs Trust is appealing dog owners to be vigilant and keep the chocolate out of reach of their pets. With the bank holiday weekend approaching, Dogs Trust are aiming to raise awareness of the continued risk that the consumption of chocolate poses to canines. Lauren Price, from Gloucester, recently had…
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8 AprilCoronavirus
BVA clarifies advice issued to BBC
The British Veterinary Association has had to clarify its position following a BBC report about cats and coronavirus. The report’s headline had suggested that veterinary advice was to keep all cats indoors, but the BVA has now explained this must only be the case for infected households or self-isolating pet…
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8 AprilRetailers
CFSG issues new guidelines for pet businesses operating during Covid-19 pandemic
The Canine and Feline Sector Group (CFSG) has issued new guidance for pet businesses operating during the coronavirus pandemic to offer “clear advice” as to how they can comply with requirements. The document, which is subject to change amid government advice, entitled ‘Covid-19 – Advice for Animal Related Businesses and…
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8 AprilCharities
Barking Heads announce partnership with Blue Cross amid Covid-19 pandemic
Natural and ethical dog food brand, Barking Heads, has partnered with Blue Cross to help support vulnerable pet owners affected by the current Covid-19 crisis. In collaboration with The Trussell Trust, which supports a nationwide network of food banks, Blue Cross and Barking Heads have distributed 9,000 dog and cat…
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8 AprilFeatures
The effect on the pet industry as we adapt to a new normal
Those of us who are lucky enough to already have pets can take joy in knowing that there is another (be they non-human) member of the family with them during this time of isolation. As we try to adjust to the new world we are living in, with many of…
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6 AprilRetailers
Online pet food prices increase amid Covid-19 virus outbreak, report finds
A new report by the Office for National Statistics has revealed an increase in online prices on pet food amid the coronavirus pandemic. The report revealed a 3.1% increase in price for the two weeks between 16-22 March and 23-29 March, with an average of an increase of 1.1% per…
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3 AprilRetailers
Covid-19: Bira welcomes call for more loan access
A government pledge to pressure banks into supporting small business during the coronavirus pandemic has been welcomed by the Pet Product Retail Association parent company the British Independent Retailers Association (BIRA). The business secretary Alok Sharma recently called on high street lenders to ease access of the Coronavirus Business Interruption…
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