Covid
Covid-19 had a profound and lasting impact on the UK pet industry, reshaping consumer habits, retail operations, and supply chain resilience. Under this tag, Pet Gazette explores how pet shops, distributors, and petcare brands navigated lockdown restrictions, staffing challenges, product shortages, and evolving customer expectations. We also report on the post-Covid trading landscape — including lasting shifts towards online sales, changes in in-store footfall, altered buying patterns, and recovery strategies. Coverage is tailored to support pet retailers and supply chain professionals adapting to the sector’s ongoing evolution in the wake of the pandemic.
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May- 2021 -17 MayManufacturers
Clean deck dog treats provider Pawfect leads the field in freeze – dried thinking and makes its pet food debut
Until recently Pawfect Foods was probably best known for its extensive range of Himalayan chhurpi cheese treats, fruit Jerky (Nature’s Munch) and herbal infusions (Doggy’s Cuppa). NATURE’S FEAST (freeze-dried treats) However in early 2021 Pawfect extended its freeze-dried reach with a 5-strong, game-changing portfolio of all-natural, grain-free treats; three of…
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6 MayPet Owners
70% of pet owners want access to online treatment, says Joii Pet Care
70% of people agree that pets should be able to get medical assessments online and prescriptions delivered to their owners door, according to a study conducted by YouGov on behalf Joii Pet Care. The survey, which questioned 1,843 British pet owners, also found that 82% believe online veterinary services and…
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5 MayEvents
YKC launches two-month challenge for young dog owners
The Young Kennel Club (YKC) has launched a new two-month challenge for young dog owners looking to keep fit and active after the Covid-19 lockdown. The group, which is run by The Kennel Club, is inviting members of the YKC to go running with their dogs, in order to be…
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4 MayTrade Organisations
Puppy farmers ‘exploiting’ pandemic confusion, says Kennel Club
Kennel Club is calling for potential dog owners to exercise their “vigilance” in the wake of lockdown restrictions easing. The pet organisation is calling on the public to avoid buying a puppy from sellers, who are “exploiting” the pandemic confusion and offering to deliver it, as this allows rogue traders…
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Apr- 2021 -28 AprilCoronavirus
The Kennel Club urges new dog owners to be ‘vigilant’ as lockdown eases
Following a year of emergency Covid-19 laws meaning puppies could be delivered to new homes, The Kennel Club is urging vigilance from would-be dog owners as domestic travel restrictions across Britain relax. The group, which oversee canine activities such as dog shows, said potential new owners should avoid buying a…
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23 AprilManufacturers
Sheba welcomes ‘strong year’ for Fine Flakes in Gravy range
Mars Petcare has welcomed its premium cat food brand Sheba’s performance after a “strong” first year for its latest product launch, the Sheba Fine Flakes in Gravy range. The three-strong Sheba Fine Flakes in Gravy range – Succulent, Poultry and Fish Selection – delivered £2.5m retail sales value in 2020.…
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23 AprilEvents
Kennel Club publishes guidance on events reopening
Kennel Club has published guidance on the reopening of events and shows after the latest lockdown measures. As part of the guidance, all clubs and societies must follow government and local restrictions guidance. The trade association separated the guidance into three steps for planning events, with the first step calling…
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21 AprilAwards
Pet Industry Federation 2021 Awards open for entries
The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) has announced it is now accepting entries for its 2021 award show. The ceremony celebrates success across a wide range of products, services, businesses and individuals within the pet industry. The PIF Awards 2021 will emphasise the “outstanding achievements” made throughout the pandemic, according to…
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20 AprilManufacturers
IAMS donates five million meals to homeless pets
Since 2017, IAMS’ has donated over five million meals to homeless pets through its charitable initiative ‘I Am Home’. According to IAMS, the charitable initiative donates a “minimum” of one million meals to rescue centres each year, and now supports more than 60 pet rescues across the country. The programme…
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15 AprilGovernment & Legislation
MPs take evidence on violence against retail workers
The Home Affairs Committee opened its inquiry into violence against retail workers yesterday (14 April), with MPs taking evidence from industry leaders, trade associations and unions. The new inquiry will examine the “barriers” to reporting incidents and the quality of support provided to victims by police and employers, as well…
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