Lancashire

This coverage reports on petcare industry news and business developments in Lancashire, serving professionals across the county’s retail, wholesale, and supply chain sectors. Pet Gazette covers independent pet shops, national 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 distribution strategies, our Lancashire coverage helps pet trade professionals stay informed and competitive.

Dec- 2025 -

4 December

Manufacturers

Direct4Pet expands Lancashire fulfilment hub

Direct4Pet has expanded its fulfilment operations after moving into a 40,000 sq ft logistics centre in Lancashire, a step the business said would support growing demand for next-day delivery and reflect its wider UK expansion. The Burscough-based retailer, which evolved from a veterinary practice into a dedicated online operation, said…
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Nov- 2025 -

28 November

Retailers

Scoff Paper launches edible ‘pawtrait’ Christmas card for dogs

Scoff Paper has introduced a new edible Christmas card for dogs that can be personalised by owners before being given as a treat. The product, called the Pawtrait Card and Pen Set, consists of a bacon-flavoured edible card and a dog-safe edible ink pen. The design is intended to encourage…
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Sep- 2025 -

5 September

Manufacturers

Pets Choice acquires Kennelpak brands out of administration

Pets Choice has acquired several brands from Kennelpak after the pet products supplier fell into administration. The Lancashire-based manufacturer confirmed it had acquired Breederpack, Kennelboy, Kennelmaid, Duchess and Dylan from administrators of Kennelpak. The labels will join an existing portfolio that includes Webbox, Bob Martin, Felight, TastyBone, Vet’s Kitchen and…
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Jun- 2025 -

25 June

Veterinary

UCLan opens new £40m veterinary school

The University of Central Lancashire has opened the UK’s eleventh school of veterinary medicine, aiming to diversify the profession and strengthen the regional workforce. The new facility, a £40m investment, is the first veterinary school in Lancashire and the second in the North West. It has been designed to offer…
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Nov- 2024 -

26 November

Retailing

Jollyes to open three new stores

Jollyes has revealed that it is set to open three new stores in Leyland, East Kilbride and Cardiff. The first opened on 16 November in Leyland, Lancashire on Towngate with the other two locations to open on Saturday 30 November. Alongside this, Jollyes has announced the first stage of a…
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11 November

Manufacturers

R&E Bamford eyes European expansion following Boost support

Fourth-generation family-run animal feed manufacturer R&E Bamford has its sights set on expanding its export markets after receiving a range of funded support through Boost and its support partners. Founded over 100 years ago R&E Bamford, employs 53 people and already has export markets in Ireland and Kuwait but is…
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Sep- 2024 -

26 September

Manufacturers

Webbox launches 2024 pet advent calendars

Webbox has announced the launch of its new pet advent calendars for 2024 each containing 24 treats. The advent calendar for dogs has been crafted with a dog-friendly alternative to chocolate so dogs and puppies over three months old can enjoy the countdown to Christmas. The equivalent for cats offers…
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6 September

Retailers

Scoff Paper launches new edible Christmas card collection

Scoff Paper, the makers of unique edible gifts for dogs, has released its exclusive Christmas card collection with messages including ‘Merry Christmas, From Our Pooch to Yours’, ‘All I Want for Christmas is Chew’, and ‘Happy Pigs in Blankets Day’. The new range of 11 cards, available in bacon, chicken,…
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Feb- 2024 -

16 February

Retailers

Scoff Paper secures Dragons’ Den investment

Lancashire entrepreneur, Gemma Connolly, who created a brand of edible greeting cards for dogs called Scoff Paper, has secured major backing from BBC Dragons’ Den’s Sara Davies. Davies offered Connolly £50K for 25% of the company, with the option to claim 5% back if Davies recoups her investment within the…
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Jan- 2024 -

26 January

Retailers

Animology appoints new non-executive director

Group 55 has appointed Kieran Prince as non-executive director of its pet care brand Animology. The Lancashire-based pet food brand sells a range of pet care products including shampoos and deodorising sprays for dogs and cats, fragrance sprays and functional grooming products. Prince has extensive experience and expertise in the…
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