Microchipping
This coverage explores microchipping in the UK petcare industry, focusing on its role in pet identification, welfare, and compliance with legal requirements. Pet Gazette reports on regulatory changes, technological advancements, market trends, and initiatives from suppliers, veterinary practices, and welfare organisations. Our coverage provides pet trade professionals with insights into microchipping services, product innovations, and opportunities to support responsible pet ownership through retail and service offerings.
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May- 2023 -18 MayRetailers
Jollyes to open in Warrington
Jollyes has announced that it is set to open a new store in Warrington on 27 May. The new store will have a team of 10 and will be led by Jason Chapman who has joined the company from McColls. It will provide pet owners in Warrington access to Jollyes’…
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18 MayRetailers
PetPlace unveils revamped store at Llangefni
PetPlace has opened its doors to its 25,000 sq ft Llangefni store, following renovations. The opening of the new store featured an obstacle course, face painting, free ice cream, microchipping clinics, brand discounts and a host of games and activities for pets and their owners. “World-renowned” animal psychologist Roger Mugford,…
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Mar- 2023 -14 MarchGovernment & Legislation
Cats must be microchipped under new law
All cats in the UK must be microchipped before they reach 20 weeks old under legislation introduced to Parliament this week. All owners must have their cat microchipped by 10 June 2024 and owners found not to have microchipped their cat will have 21 days to have one implanted, or…
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Feb- 2023 -14 FebruaryRetailers
Jollyes to open new Port Glasgow store
Pet retailer Jollyes will open a new store in Port Glasgow, Scotland on 25 February 2023. The 5,000 square feet store, its sixth in Scotland, will employ 12 staff, led by store manager Andria Keelan. Keelan, 28, joins Jollyes after 13 years at Argos. The new store will offer frozen…
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Aug- 2022 -2 AugustRetailers
Jollyes to open first Dorset site
Jollyes has confirmed it will open a new store in Poole at Unit 1C, Wessex Gate East Retail Park on 20 August, marking its first location in Dorset. Set across 5,000 square feet, the store will sell a range of pet food and accessories for dogs, cats, small animals, birds,…
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Mar- 2022 -22 MarchGovernment & Legislation
Government unveils new reforms to pet microchipping regulations
The Government has unveiled its new reforms to pet microchipping regulations in England. It revealed the proposals will make it easier to reunite lost or stolen cats and dogs with their owners. Improvements include faster access for approved users and regular reminders for keeping records updated which will help improve…
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21 MarchIndustry News
Government announces fast-track pet licence for Ukrainian refugees
The Government has announced it has put in place new emergency support for those fleeing Ukraine with their pets, allowing people fleeing Ukraine to bring their pets to the UK with any quarantine costs met by the Government. The Animal and Plant Health Agency is providing quick licence approvals and…
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Jan- 2022 -10 JanuaryBusiness
Pet professionals urged to gain microchipping qualifications
Professionals in the petcare industry are being urged to gain their qualifications in microchipping and add this to their list of services, as new rules are set to see a surge in demand for the procedure. It comes as the government recently announced that every kitten must be microchipped before…
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Dec- 2021 -6 DecemberGovernment & Legislation
Gov confirms new pet microchipping rules
The government has announced new pet microchipping rules which will aim to ensure that lost or stray pet cats are more likely to be reunited with their owners and returned home. Under the new plans, all keepers must ensure their pet is microchipped before they reach the age of 20…
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Sep- 2021 -7 SeptemberCurrent Affairs
Pet abduction to be made new criminal offence
The government is set to introduce a new criminal offence for pet abduction amid a crack down on pet theft, after there was a reported rise in pets being stolen during the pandemic. The new law will “recognise the welfare of animals and that pets are valued as more than…
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