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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May- 2021 -26 MayGovernment & Legislation
BRC calls for increased protection as shop worker abuse jumps 7%
The BRC is continuing to push the government for a “statutory offence” for assaulting, threatening, or abusing retail workers, after staff report on average 455 incidents of violence and abuse each day. A study, which was conducted by the group as part of its ‘2021 Retail Crime Survey’, showed that…
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24 MayManufacturers
Meatiful launches first ‘grain free’ sausage
Meatiful, a gourmet dog food brand, has launched its first “grain free” sausage – adding to its range of dog food offerings. The product is made with 80% fresh meat, vitamins and minerals, and are hypoallergenic to help keep dogs “healthy”. The new grain free sausage is available in ‘Farm-Reared…
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4 MayManufacturers
Urban Pup launches Scotland FA branded football shirts and accessories for dogs
Urban Pup has announced the launch of a new range of football shirts and accessories for football fan’s pets, endorsed by the Scotland FA. The range includes a retro-styled dog football shirt, harness and collar and lead set in the team colours of Scotland, and the shirt is able to…
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Apr- 2021 -30 AprilGovernment & Legislation
Animal abusers face tougher sentencing as Animal Welfare Bill passes
Animal abusers in England and Wales are set to face tougher sentences in the wake of a new law being passed. Yesterday (29 April), The Animal Welfare (Sentencing) Bill received Royal Assent and was passed into law. The bill increases the maximum sentencing under the Animal Welfare Act 2006 from…
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15 AprilRetailers
Postman Pooch launches PubGrub box for dogs
Postman Pooch has launched a PubGrub box for dogs that “allows your dogs to enjoy a bottle of pup-peroni, a bottle of dog-friendly wino and some sweet and savoury snacks while you sit and enjoy a fresh pint or glass of G&T in the sun”. The new launch coincides with…
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13 AprilAppointment
Mackle Petfoods appoints new business development manager
Mackle Petfoods has appointed David Shorthouse as its new business development manager, a move that will see a bigger focus to work more closely with independent retail and the pet trade across the UK. While the group has seen its brand Naturo Natural Pet Foods reach shops in countries as…
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13 AprilRegulation
Rabbit legislation too ‘focused’ on commercial activities, says report
A review by Scotland’s Rural Collect (SURC) has revealed that rabbits are under-represented in most legislation, despite being the UK’s third most popular pet. Researchers at the SURC found pet legislation is generally focused on commercial activities involving animals, such as pet sales, products, exhibitions, and regulation relating to dog…
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8 AprilCharities
NAWT names Rob Mitchell as CEO
Rescue and rehoming charity National Animal Welfare Trust (NAWT) has appointed Rob Mitchell as its new chief executive officer. Mitchell joins the charity following a career in retail – first starting out at B&Q and latterly working as general manager, shop operations with the John Lewis Partnership. Outside of working…
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Mar- 2021 -22 MarchEconomy
Gov launches £56m high street fund
The government has announced a new £56m investment into UK high streets and seaside towns to ensure a “successful reopening” of the sector this summer. The ‘Welcome Back Fund’ aims to help councils improve the “look and feel” of local high streets, by investing in street planting, parks, green spaces…
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11 MarchAppointment
Walker & Drake appoints business development manager
Cold pressed food manufacturer, Walker and Drake, has expanded its sales and marketing team by appointing Andrew Clark as its new business development manager. In his new role, Clark will focus on sales and distribution in the southern UK, Wales and the west. He will also provide sales training for…
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