Manchester

This coverage reports on petcare industry news and business developments in Manchester, serving professionals across the city’s retail, wholesale, and supply chain sectors. Pet Gazette covers independent pet shops, major 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 Manchester coverage helps pet trade professionals stay informed and competitive.

Aug- 2025 -

21 August

Retailers

Wagg launches dog-friendly ‘Pupnic’ benches in UK parks

Pet food brand Wagg is rolling out a series of dog-sized picnic benches in parks across the UK to mark the launch of its new Chews range and National Dog Day on 26 August. The ‘Pupnic’ benches, built from sustainable materials and 30cm high to accommodate dogs of all breeds,…
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Jul- 2025 -

23 July

Retailers

Peamutt Butter Balls launches in Pets at Home

A new peanut butter-based dog treat has been rolled out in Pets at Home stores across the UK. Peamutt Butter Balls, developed by Manchester-based F. Duerr and Sons are now available in-store and via Amazon. The protein-rich snacks are made from the company’s dog-friendly peanut butter, along with peanuts, chia…
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Mar- 2025 -

25 March

Retailers

Our Pets Life secures £300k investment to drive global expansion

Manchester-based premium pet products retailer Our Pets Life (OPL) has secured £300,000 in funding, led by GC Angels alongside private investment from crowdfunding platform Seedrs. The investment aims to fuel OPL’s ambitious plans to expand internationally, develop exclusive brands, and reach more pet owners worldwide. With UK pet owners spending…
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7 March

Retailers

Pets at Home opens new pet care centre in Manchester

Pets at Home has announced the launch of a new Pet Care Centre at Manchester Fort shopping centre. Spanning 10,500 sq ft the company has invested over £928k in the new store which aims to cover a number of petcare needs. The store has a dedicated Nutrition Hub with an…
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Feb- 2025 -

25 February

Veterinary

MVS opens new Pain Management Clinic in Northwest England

Manchester Veterinary Specialists (MVS) is set to open a new Pain Management Clinic for cats and dogs in the Northwest of England, who may need specialist treatment. The new clinic will offer an individualised and comprehensive approach to pain management. It will treat patients with; chronic pain – such as…
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17 February

Veterinary

Northwest Veterinary Specialists appoints new clinical director

Linnaeus-owned Northwest Veterinary Specialists in Sutton Weaver, Cheshire, has promoted head of oncology and internal medicine Mary Marrington to the role of clinical director. Marrington graduated from Cambridge University in 2002 before working at the RSPCA Greater Manchester Animal Hospital for five years, before completing a residency in oncology at…
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Oct- 2024 -

18 October

Manufacturers

3i Group appoints Harris Williams to auction MPM

Private equity company 3i Group has appointed Harris Williams to sell MPM, according to reports from Sky News. 3i Group invested roughly £125m in MPM in November 2020 alongside the company’s management team. A sale, which would be likely to take place sometime in 2025, would be likely to rank…
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Sep- 2024 -

25 September

Government & Legislation

CMA appoints new veterinary advisory panel

The Competitions and Market Authority (CMA) has appointed a new advisory panel made up of two veterinary nurses and four surgeons to assist with the ongoing investigation in the veterinary sector. In May 2024, the CMA confirmed its decision to launch a market investigation into veterinary services for household pets…
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10 September

Manufacturers

Henry Wag available at Stax

Henry Wag has announced that its products will now be available at Stax Trade Centre’s. Henry Wag made a strong debut to Stax customers at the recent Big Brands Trade Event in Manchester on the 4 and 5 of September. As a result of the success of the event the…
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Aug- 2024 -

5 August

Charities

Blue Cross marks feeding three million pets

National pet charity Blue Cross has marked the milestone of having helped feed over three million pets for a day through its pet food banks. The charity is urging people to make use of the service, which with the support of the Pets at Home Foundation has fed three million…
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