England
England is home to a wide range of pet industry businesses, from high street pet shops and regional chains to major manufacturers and distributors. Pet Gazette’s coverage spans commercial developments across the country — including shop openings and closures, wholesale operations, supply chain logistics, regional retail trends, and brand expansion strategies. We report on market dynamics affecting pet food, accessories, grooming, and health products, with a particular focus on how these trends impact pet retailers, importers, and wholesalers operating across England’s towns, cities, and rural communities.
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Dec- 2025 -19 DecemberVeterinary
Chestergates Veterinary Specialists appoints new surgical specialist
Chestergates Veterinary Specialists has strengthened its surgical team with the appointment of Matthew Smith as a specialist in small animal surgery. Smith joins the referral hospital, which is part of the CVS Group, adding capacity in orthopaedic and soft tissue procedures for veterinary practices across the North West of England.…
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18 DecemberRetailers
Cat products drive Christmas pet spending, Pets at Home finds
Spending on Christmas products for cats has risen sharply this year, outpacing other pets as shoppers increasingly treat animals as part of the family, according to new figures from Pets at Home. The retailer said overall festive spending on pets was up 4% year on year, but sales of cat-related…
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18 DecemberEconomy
BoE cuts interest rates to 3.75%
The Bank of England (BoE) has voted to cut interest rates from 4% to 3.75%, the lowest the level has been since February 2023, and marking the fourth rate cut made this year. The bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) voted by a majority of five to four to reduce Bank…
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Nov- 2025 -12 NovemberVeterinary
IVC Evidensia opens two new White Cross Vets practices
IVC Evidensia has expanded its White Cross Vets network with two new practices in Coventry and Stanningley, extending its reach across the Midlands and North of England. The Coventry site, which opened on 20 October, is led by vet Peter Dickson, who has a special interest in exotic species including…
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6 NovemberEconomy
BoE holds interest rates at 4% ahead of Budget
The Bank of England (BoE) has voted to keep interest rates steady at 4% ahead of the upcoming Budget announcement on 26 November. The bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) voted by a majority of five to four to maintain the rate, with four members voting to reduce it by 0.25…
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Sep- 2025 -18 SeptemberTrade Organisations
Pet Industry Federation calls for consistency in animal licensing data
The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) has published an analysis of animal licensing returns from local authorities in England, highlighting growth in home boarding and dog daycare alongside a decline in kennels, catteries and pet sales businesses. The report, covering 2023 to 2025, found that licence fees increased by an average…
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18 SeptemberEconomy
BoE holds interest rates at 4%
The Bank of England (BoE) has voted to hold interest rates steady at 4% amid concerns around the recent rise in inflation. At a meeting this week, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) voted by a majority of 7–2 to maintain the rate, as two members voted to reduce it by…
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16 SeptemberRetailers
Kennelbuild secures further £250k investment after year of growth
Kennelbuild has secured a further £250,000 from the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II (NPIF II) after a year of expansion supported by earlier funding. The new capital would create four additional jobs and provide working capital as it continues to grow. The funding comes through NPIF II – FW Capital…
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3 SeptemberVeterinary
Zomedica signs UK distribution deal with Pioneer Veterinary Products
Zomedica has appointed Pioneer Veterinary Products Limited as its UK distribution partner, expanding access to the company’s point-of-care technologies across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Pioneer will lead sales and support for the small animal market on an exclusive basis and act as a non-exclusive distributor for equine products.…
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Aug- 2025 -22 AugustGovernment & Legislation
Puppies.co.uk calls for national licensing laws on puppy trade
Puppies.co.uk has called for new national licensing laws to crackdown on the criminal puppy trade and unsafe rescues. The company sent Freedom of Information requests to metropolitan borough councils and found they received over 200 reports of illegally imported pets. Many dogs arriving from countries such as Romania, Ukraine and…
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