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.

Jul- 2022 -

1 July

Manufacturers

Pets Purest named Manchester’s fastest growing company

A Manchester-based pet supplements retailer, Pets Purest, has been named one of Britain’s fastest growing companies in the Sunday Times 100 rankings. The company was started by husband-and-wife team Oliver and Evie Bristowe, with just £600 in 2017 when Evie’s family dogs were suffering from dry skin. Sales of its…
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Mar- 2022 -

31 March

Economy

High street footfall continues to lag behind pre-pandemic levels

Footfall levels remain 23% below pre-pandemic levels in February 2022 as rising costs are reportedly set to “batter” retailers from 1 April, according to RSM. The latest data from Datscha, analysed by RSM, shows the overall decline in footfall is the worst in London with numbers on Oxford Street down…
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23 March

Industry News

Jollyes renews partnership with supply chain firm Wincanton

Jollyes today confirmed it had extended its logistics partnership with supply chain specialist Wincanton for two years, in a “significant” and transformational contract for the business. Since 2019, Wincanton has provided warehouse and distribution services to Jollyes stores across Great Britain and Northern Ireland, operating from its multi-user warehouse in…
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Jan- 2022 -

4 January

Manufacturers

The Pack partners with UK restaurants for vegan dog food menus

Plant-based dog food company The Pack has partnered with some of the UK’s leading restaurants and cafes to serve vegan dog food during Veganuary. Customers’ dogs at participating restaurants across the UK will be offered a complimentary ‘Dogs Dinner Done Right’ vegan meal of their choice. Three complete flavours will…
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Dec- 2021 -

16 December

Manufacturers

Pets Purest secures new investment partner

Fearless Adventures has invested in Pets Purest, a new pet sector startup, amid the growing trend of pet humanisation and rising pet ownership. The Manchester-based firm will offer six-figure capital investment as well as business support for ecommerce, digital marketing and talent sourcing, and will take a minority stake to…
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13 December

Business

Animal Trust launches £2m crowdfunding campaign

Animal Trust has announced it is looking to raise £2m of investment crowdfunding to help expand its services in England and Wales. The group, which is set up as a community interest company, has launched its new bond offer on the Triodos Crowdfunding platform. Animal Trust said its mission is…
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Nov- 2021 -

4 November

Retailers

PrettyLittleThing launches dog Christmas advent calendar

PrettyLittleThing has announced the launch of a new Christmas dog advent calendar. The calendar contains 24 treats and is made from a 3mm card that measures 40.5 x 45 cm and features two support shelves. Also included in the calendar are 24 red elastic tags and two sticky pads for…
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Aug- 2021 -

13 August

Charities

RSPCA reveals extent of ‘brutal’ knife attacks on animals

The RSPCA has revealed the extent of “brutal” attacks and deliberate cruelty towards animals, many of whom have been slashed and stabbed in “shocking attacks”, as part of its Cancel Out Cruelty campaign. The animal charity said it receives 130 reports of knife attacks on animals each year on average,…
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Jun- 2021 -

30 June

Industry News

iPET Network wins animal welfare award

iPET Network has been named Animal Welfare Organisation of the Year for Manchester and North West England at the national Corporate Livewire awards. The company revived the award at a Covid-safe presentation at Nunsmere Hall in Cheshire. iPET Network designs qualifications with the “welfare of the animal in mind”, and…
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16 June

Manufacturers

Scruffs announces partnership with District 70

Scruffs, a Manchester-based pet bedding and accessory manufacturer has announced a new UK and Ireland distribution partnership with District 70. The deal will see Scruffs hold the exclusive license to distribute and market District 70 bowls and accessories across the two countries. District 70 dog and cat bowls are manufactured…
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