Independent Pet Retailers
This coverage focuses on the independent pet retail sector across the UK, highlighting its importance within the wider petcare industry. Pet Gazette reports on market trends, business challenges, and opportunities for growth, alongside case studies of successful independents. Coverage spans regulatory updates, supplier relationships, product innovations, and customer engagement strategies — all tailored to the needs of shop owners and managers. Insights are designed to support commercial decision-making, from sourcing and stocking to marketing and competing with larger retail chains.
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Oct- 2025 -9 OctoberRetailers
Pawer Water signs UK distribution deal with We.Pet
Pawer Water has secured a UK-wide distribution agreement with specialist pet trade supplier We.Pet. The deal will see Pawer Water’s supplement range distributed through We.Pet’s network of independent pet retailers across the country. The products use a nano-powder hydration system designed to achieve higher nutrient absorption rates than conventional supplements.…
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Sep- 2025 -16 SeptemberIndustry News
Tavo Pets UK seeks new UK sales manager
Tavo Pets is a globally recognised pet brand, known for its premium pet travel and home products that combine safety, style, and functionality. Since launching in the UK in 2024, Tavo Pets UK has quickly established itself as a leading name in pet safety, with a growing presence across independent…
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Jun- 2025 -10 JuneManufacturers
Kennelpak launches Dylan Dental Treats
Pet products supplier Kennelpak has launched a new range of Dylan Dental Treats, designed to meet demand from cost-conscious dog owners seeking functional health benefits. The dental treats are the latest addition to the Dylan brand, which is already established in the working dog food category. The brand said each…
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May- 2025 -23 MayRetailers
Natures Deli expands treat paste range
Pedigree Wholesale has announced a new addition to the Natures Deli Treat Paste range with a new duck flavour. The new paste is grain-free, gluten-free, hypoallergenic and packed with essential vitamins and minerals. Made with just six ingredients or less, Natures Deli treats pastes now come in six flavours, chicken,…
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19 MayRetailers
Pedigree Wholesale unveils price cuts on 500 products
Pedigree Wholesale has announced major price cuts on 500 of its “most popular” products in a bid to help businesses maximise their profits. By closely monitoring market trends and competitor pricing, the group has invested in lowering prices to better support independent pet retailers. According to Pedigree Wholesale, savings on…
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Apr- 2025 -14 AprilRetailers
Charlie The Vet secures listing with Pedigree Wholesale
PIF member Charlie The Vet has secured a new wholesale listing with Pedigree Wholesale, increasing access to its first aid products through independent pet retailers across the country, in support of this National Pet First Aid Awareness Month From at-home care to on-the-go essentials, the Charlie The Vet product range…
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10 AprilRetailers
Johnson’s unites with PIF and Bira on National Pet Shop Day
Johnson’s Veterinary Products has announced that it is partnering with the Pet Industry Federation (PIF) and British Independent Retail Association (Bira) for National Pet Shop Day. The event will return on 12 July 2025 following a successful first running in 2024. More than 200 pet shops participated in the inaugural…
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Feb- 2025 -13 FebruaryManufacturers
The Innocent Hound launches new online ordering platform
The Innocent Hound has announced the launch of its brand-new online ordering platform, designed exclusively for trade customers. This new system simplifies the ordering process, allowing retailers to easily browse and purchase their premium air-dried food and treats. This initiative aims to enhance convenience for independent pet retailers, making it…
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May- 2024 -31 MayManufacturers
Kennelpak partners with 3TBrands to launch Tall Tails and Original Territory brands in the UK
• Introduces award-winning Tall Tails and Original Territory brands to UK market • Prioritises pet safety, as well as durability, thanks to 3TBrands’ 90-year heritage in manufacturing baby products, exceeding industry standards to create distinctive and compelling proposition • Enhances Kennelpak’s carefully curated portfolio, adding extensive toy and accessory product…
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Sep- 2023 -5 SeptemberManufacturers
Norfolk Industries agrees wholesale deal with Vital Pet Group
Norfolk Industries has announced that it has agreed a new wholesale contract with Vital Pet Group. Vital Pet Group will be stocking a range of 11 Norfolk Industries products including its animal houses and plastic free lines. This will increase the work on its factory production lines, providing additional employment…
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