London
London plays a key role in the UK pet industry, hosting a dense concentration of independent pet retailers, high-footfall flagship stores, brand headquarters, and trade events. Our coverage focuses on commercial developments in the capital — including new shop openings, refurbishments, acquisitions, and regional trends in customer demand. We also report on London-based distributors, wholesalers, and suppliers operating in pet food, accessories, grooming, and pet health. Whether you’re monitoring local competition or seeking retail partnerships, this tag offers insight into the business landscape for petcare professionals in the capital.
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Apr- 2015 -24 AprilEvents
London Pet Show to Host New Events
With just over two to go, the London Pet Show has announced exciting new features for 2015, including the Hill’s School for Dogs, the Nerf Dog Agility Ring and TopCats competition by the Governing Council of the Cat Fancy. The London Pet Show, sponsored by Gocompare.com, is a huge production this year,…
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14 AprilFunny
What are the Nation’s Ideal Dog Traits?
A survey by FRONTLINE® Spot On Flea and Tick Protection, shows that UK pet owners buck trend and go ‘barking mad’ for more traditional British dog breeds. The celebrity ‘handbag’ dog trend appears to be a thing of the past according to a new survey of 2,000 UK dog owners, with…
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2 AprilEvents
The London Pet Show moves to ExCeL London
The fifth year of The London Pet Show will be bigger and better than ever. The two day event, which takes place on May 9 and 10, 2015, has moved to ExCeL London. The main attractions include rabbit show jumping, The Fluval Aquatics area, the TopCats Competition and Hill’s School…
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Mar- 2015 -27 MarchEditorial
Can Cats Improve Your Health?
Research commissioned by Cats Protection, the UK’s biggest cat charity, has produced some interesting findings. The organisation learnt that 50 percent of people aged over 55 said their cat had helped them in times of a crisis and 46 percent felt their cat had let them cope better with bereavement.…
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24 MarchEvents
Rabbit Awareness Week Hops Back Into Action 9-17th May
Rabbit Awareness Week (RAW) 2015 springs into action again this year (9th – 17th May) at the London Pet Show, aiming to highlight the health and welfare needs of one of the nation’s most popular pets. To mark the occasion, organisers are calling on the Pet and Vet industries and communities…
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18 MarchEvents
SuperDogs Live at the London Pet Show Is Looking For the UKs Most Talented Canines!
The search has began for the UK’s most talented, heroic and entertaining dogs to enter SuperDogs Live, a competition with winners participating in a spectacular show hosted by Channel 4’s Supervet Noel Fitzpatrick at the London Pet Show, sponsored by Gocompare.com, on 9-10 May at ExCeL London. Pet owners are…
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2 MarchManufacturers
New Adaptil® TV Ad With a Focus on Dog Behaviour Launches in Run Up to Crufts
Marketeers of pioneering animal health products, Ceva Animal Health is launching a major new national TV advertising campaign in the run up to Crufts to highlight the benefits of its leading veterinary behaviour product Adaptil® amongst dog owners. Running hot on the heels of the recent new Feliway® TV advertisement which…
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Feb- 2015 -12 FebruaryEditorial
IS PET THEFT ON THE RISE?
How safe are your customers’ pets? The Star recently revealed that over 70 dogs had been reported stolen within South Yorkshire over a one year period. In Wales, The Argus announced that a shockingly high level of thefts are thought to have taken place the Gwent area. The South Wales…
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Dec- 2014 -18 DecemberManufacturers
Road To Recovery For Poorly Pooches with Lily’s Kitchen January Launch
With the launch of a unique Recovery Recipe, London-based Lily’s Kitchen, makers of natural, proper food for pets have come to the rescue of sick and recovering dogs and their owners nationwide. This new wholesome food is as gentle on the tummy as home-made chicken and rice and should help dogs get…
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4 DecemberEditorial
Street Art Aims To Save Dogs
2010 is a year that always sticks in my mind. The RSPCA announced the shocking statistic that three dogs were abandoned every hour over Christmas. There’s a similar story every December as a percentage of pets bought as presents are returned or left without a home. Over 30 years after…
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