Derby

This coverage reports on petcare industry news and commercial developments in Derby, serving professionals across the city’s retail, wholesale, and supply chain sectors. Pet Gazette covers independent pet shops, major retail chains, distributors, wholesalers, and logistics providers, offering insights into local market trends, store openings, regulatory updates, and business growth opportunities. From retail management to supply chain operations, our Derby coverage helps pet trade professionals stay informed and competitive.

Dec- 2017 -

14 December

Pet Owners

Vet tells dog owners ‘not to panic’ following Alabama Rot case

A vet has warned dog owners to be vigilant and not to panic after a deadly case of Alabama Rot was confirmed in Cheshire. Dr Ian Hopkins, principal vet for Willows Veterinary Group, cared for the dog with his team at the group’s main veterinary hospital in Hartford, near Northwich,…
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Oct- 2017 -

16 October

Current Affairs

Shortlist announced for PIF awards

The PIF has revealed the finalists for this year’s Pet Industry Federation Awards. This year’s finalists are: Independent Retailer of the Year – sponsored by ROYAL CANIN & James Wellbeloved Creature Comforts, Glasgow Millies Wolfheart, Keighley PetLondon, Marylebone, London The Pet Experience, Weymouth Trusty Pet Supplies, Derby Unique Pets, Aylesbury…
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4 October

Veterinary

ROYAL CANIN supports new University of Nottingham small animal expert

Cécile Dor has recently commenced in the post of University of Nottingham Small Animal Internal Medicine Resident, supervised by Dr Nick Bexfield and Dr Mark Dunning, working out of Pride Veterinary Centre’s flagship hospital in Derby. Supported by ROYAL CANIN, Cecile’s role encompass’ not only tackling the Centre’s varied and…
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Sep- 2017 -

29 September

Current Affairs

Pet crematorium fraudster left beloved pets in field

A fraudster, who managed to take thousands of pounds from grieving pet owners, has been ordered to pay back over £75,000. Derbyshire-based Emma Bent took money from grieving owners to provide a proper cremation, but instead left their bodies to rot in a field. Bent was previously jailed in 2009…
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Aug- 2017 -

24 August

Current Affairs

Rescue centre benefits from LazyLawn®

Dogs at an animal rescue centre in Burton-on-Trent can now relax on soft artificial grass in their kennels this National Dog Day, thanks to LazyLawn®. In support of the national awareness day, LazyLawn® has donated offcuts of high quality artificial grass to the Hillfield Animal Home (RSPCA Burton-on-Trent and District Branch).…
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May- 2017 -

10 May

Current Affairs

PDSA helps UK pets to reach a healthy weight

Vet charity PDSA has named the heavy dogs, cats and rabbits taking on the pet weight-loss challenge – PDSA Pet Fit Club. This year’s fat fighters include a rabbit with a serious carrot habit, a cat so big it got stuck in the cat flap and a pint-sized Pug who dines…
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Feb- 2017 -

3 February

Current Affairs

Good Vet & Pet Guide names Business of The Year 2017

Midlands based home boarding franchise PetStay Derby has won the Good Vet & Pet Guide’s ‘Business of The Year 2017’ award. Sponsored by raw food manufacturer Natural Instinct, the award is presented to the business with the highest number of five star user reviews received from pet owners on The Good…
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Aug- 2016 -

22 August

Retailers

Parrot specialist moves to new home

A pet shop that specialises in selling parrots has opened its doors at its new Leicestershire home. Midland Parrots was based at a garden centre in Ibstock for seven years. The company had to find new premises when the owner needed the space for other purposes. Midland Parrots has now set up a…
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Apr- 2016 -

13 April

Retailers

Parrot shop proprietors move to new premises

Midland Parrots, which has been based in Sunnyside Garden Centre Ibstock, Leicestershire for seven years, will be moving to a warehouse in James Street, Coalville in July 2016. Owners Bob McClumpha and partner Diane Gray, who also have a shop in Westgate, Long Eaton, needed to find new premises…
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Oct- 2015 -

2 October

Events

Entries received for Pet Industry Federation Awards 2015

The Pet Industry Federation have announced the finalists in this year’s PIF Awards. This year’s finalists are: Pet Retail Chain of the Year – sponsored by Natures Menu Pets Corner, Warminster Independent Retailer of the Year – sponsored by Intelligent Retail Betty & Butch, Manchester Ingleby Pet Supplies, Teeside Nurture…
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