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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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Nov- 2023 -1 NovemberGovernment & Legislation
Gov to ban XL Bully type dogs
The government has added XL Bully type dogs to the list of dogs banned under the Dangerous Dogs Act and has pledged to put in place laws to ban the breed by the end of the year. Under the new rules, which come into force at the end of the…
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Oct- 2023 -27 OctoberVeterinary
CVS opens a £13.5m Bristol Veterinary Referral Hospital
CVS has opened a £13.5m Veterinary Referral Hospital in Bristol, making it the group’s “largest” ever investment in a site. Based in Bristol, the huge 30,000 sq. ft. multidisciplinary hospital will be the biggest in the South West and South Wales and will act as a centre of excellence for…
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Sep- 2023 -21 SeptemberBusiness
Bank of England keeps interest rates unchanged at 5.25%
Following 14 straight rate rises, the Bank of England (BoE) has kept interest rates unchanged at 5.25%. At its latest meeting, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) voted by a slim majority of 5–4 to maintain the current rate, though four members preferred to increase the rate to 5.5%. The MPC…
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15 SeptemberManufacturers
Webbox named official pet sponsor of Blackburn Rovers
Pet brand Webbox has announced that it has become the official pet sponsor of Blackburn Rovers F.C. The brand will take part in a host of team, match and community-focused activity alongside the football club during this partnership. Other highlights will include providing a branded kennel for the team mascot,…
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Aug- 2023 -16 AugustIndustry News
Animal Care and Management T Level: a new qualification coming in 2024
In September 2024 a new qualification will launch with the aim of creating the animal care workforce of the future. The Animal Care and Management T Level is a two-year programme for 16 to 19 year olds which will be delivered in schools and colleges in England, but what does…
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14 AugustRetailers
Pets Corner to expand business after securing new funding
Pet care retailer, Pets Corner headquartered in West Sussex has secured an eight-figure funding package from HSBC UK to support its growth nationally and internationally, and to create up to 320 jobs nationwide. Pets Corner which is owned by Pet Family operates 150 stores across London and the South East…
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3 AugustEconomy
BoE raises interest rates to 5.25%
The Bank of England (BoE) has raised interest rates for the 14th consecutive time to 5.25% in a bid to combat inflation. The bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) sets monetary policy to meet the 2% inflation target. At its meeting ending on 2 August 2023, the MPC voted by a…
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Jul- 2023 -28 JulyVeterinary
VetPartners acquires Isabelle Vets
VetPartners has announced the acquisition of Guernsey’s oldest veterinary practice, Isabelle Vets. Isabelle Vets, which has been looking after Guernsey’s pets, farm animals and horses since 1919, is the first veterinary practice from the island to join VetPartners. Led by vets, VetPartners was established by CEO Jo Malone in November…
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27 JulyVeterinary
CVS revenues jump 7.3% in FY23
Correction: In the original article, it was inaccurately stated that revenues had declined by 7.3%. However, the company’s revenues experienced positive growth of 7.3% during period, rather than a decline. We apologise for any confusion this may have caused. CVS, the UK-listed veterinary group and provider of integrated veterinary…
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13 JulyVeterinary
Veterinary Vision opens new surgery centre in Lancashire
Veterinary Vision UK’s veterinary eye clinic has opened a new dedicated ophthalmology referral centre in Bamber Bridge, Lancashire, close to its previous base in Charnock Richard. The new centre has been designed and built with sustainability as a “key” priority. Among the raft of sustainable measures introduced at the new…
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