Edinburgh
This coverage reports on petcare industry news and business developments in Edinburgh, serving professionals across the cityโs 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 commercial growth opportunities. From retail operations to supply chain management, our Edinburgh coverage helps pet trade professionals stay informed and competitive.
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Sep- 2016 -23 SeptemberVeterinary
Gudrun Ravetz elected new president of the BVA
Gudrun Ravetz has been named the newย president of theย British Veterinary Association (BVA). Sean Wensley, the previous president, concluded his year in the role on September 22 with a finalย final Presidential Address to 140 people at the BVA Members’ Day. Seanย emphasised the strength of the profession in changing times and will…
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6 SeptemberLatest News
Over 2000 people attend aquatic store launch at Garden Centre
Onย September 3-4, over 2000 peopleย attended the launch of a new Fishkeeper Scotland storeย inย Edinburgh at Dobbies Melville. Fishkeepers and hobbyists queued from 8am and helped the staff raise funds for two charities: the Sick Kids Hospital and the SSPCA. Colin Christian, Fishkeeper Scotlandโs regional director, said: โWe are delighted that visitors…
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6 SeptemberCurrent Affairs
Over 2000 people attend aquatic store launch
Onย September 3-4, over 2000 peopleย attended the launch of a new Fishkeeper Scotland storeย inย Edinburgh at Dobbies Melville. Fishkeepers and hobbyists queued from 8am and helped the staff raise funds for two charities: the Sick Kids Hospital and the SSPCA. Colin Christian, Fishkeeper Scotland’s regional director, said: โWe are delighted that visitors…
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Aug- 2016 -12 AugustLatest News
Fishkeeper Scotland expands with garden centre
Aquatic retailer, Fishkeeper Scotland, a subsidiary of UK-wideย Maidenhead Aquatics, is set to open its flagship store in Dobbies Edinburghย as part of a ยฃ1m, 11-store roll-out plan,ย creating 30 new jobs across the country. Established in 2010, the company currently has 60 employees andย eight stores in Scotland; Simpsons Garden Centre in Inverness,…
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12 AugustCurrent Affairs
Fishkeeper Scotland expands with garden centre
Aquatic retailer, Fishkeeper Scotland, a subsidiary of UK-wideย Maidenhead Aquatics, is set to open its flagship store in Dobbies Edinburghย as part of a ยฃ1m, 11-store roll-out plan,ย creating 30 new jobs across the country. Established in 2010, the company currently has 60 employees andย eight stores in Scotland; Simpsons Garden Centre in Inverness,…
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Jul- 2016 -22 JulyCurrent Affairs
Exotic pets rescued over five years up by 74 percent
A Scottish animal charity is seeking new homes for exotic pets after a 74 percent increased in the number rescued over the last five years. The Scottish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) took in 265 reptiles last year alone, includingย snakes, terrapins and lizards. Chief superintendent Mike…
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21 JulyIndustry News
Nick Thompson joins Benyfit’s advisory team
Holistic vet, Nick Thompson, has joinedย leading Benyfit Natural’s team as an independent nutrition advisor. Dr Nick Thompson, BSc (Vet Sic) Hones, BVM&S, VetMFHom, MRCVS is to work with leading BARF Diet manufacturer,ย Benyfit Natural’s, advisory team of consultants. This means that Benyfit Natural will not only have a range of…
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May- 2016 -13 MayCurrent Affairs
Pedal-power fundraising supports animal charities
Agria Pet Insurance has presented cheques to two charities recently thanks to someย pedal-powered fundraising. Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home and Medical Detection Dogs was nominated by Agria to supportย with their annual team cycling event, the Extra Mile Challenge. Over 500 miles of the French countryside wasย covered in just three days.…
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Apr- 2016 -26 AprilEvents
Mars Petcare partners with Tesco for charity fundraiser
Mars UK has chosen to partner with supermarket chain, Tesco, forย National Pet Month 2016. Mars Petcare UK has decided toย team upย with the retail giant toย raise money for a number of animal charities.ย Working with the Association of Dogs and Cats Homes (ADCH), the two companies have arranged aย joint in-store and online…
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Feb- 2016 -12 FebruaryCurrent Affairs
New till solution for independent retailers
Innovative company, The Good Till, has provided a low-cost EPOS solution that is both funky and friendly for retailers and customers to rival big brands. By combining a tablet computer with some smart software and stylish hardware, The Good Till Company offers a new solution that is not only more…
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