Northamptonshire

This coverage reports on petcare industry news and commercial developments in Northamptonshire, serving professionals across the county’s retail, wholesale, and supply sectors. Pet Gazette covers independent pet shops, national chains, distributors, wholesalers, and supply chain specialists, offering insights into local market trends, store openings, regulatory updates, and business growth opportunities. From retail operations to logistics, our Northamptonshire coverage helps pet trade professionals stay informed and competitive in a changing marketplace.

Feb- 2019 -

1 February

Veterinary

Northampton vets looks to relocate after ‘substantially’ outgrowing current site

A Northampton vet practice is to relocate following is to relocated after outgrowing its current site. The Cat and Rabbit Care Clinic, part of the Northlands Group, has been looking to move after it said demand for its treatment of cats, rabbits, guinea pigs and other small mammals grew “substantially”…
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Nov- 2018 -

30 November

Awards

Bestpets wins ‘Wholesaler of the Year’ for a second year in a row

Bestpets, the specialist pet care division of Bestway Wholesale, was named as ‘Wholesaler of the Year’ at the Pet Industry Federation (PIF) awards, for the second year in a row. The awards, which were held at Whittlebury Hall, Towcester, Northamptonshire on Tuesday 27 November, are the UK’s premier event for…
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Jul- 2018 -

23 July

Veterinary

BVA warns of toxic blue-green algae

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has warned pet owners following increasing reports of blue-green algae. Pet owners have been advised to take extra precautions when walking their dogs near bodies of water, by preventing them from drinking from and swimming in water from ponds, lakes and rivers. Blue-green algae can…
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Apr- 2018 -

4 April

Veterinary

Veterinary Nurse Disciplinary Committee removes Northamptonshire-based nurse from register

The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) Veterinary Nurse Disciplinary Committee has directed the Registrar to remove a Northamptonshire-based veterinary nurse from the Register. The disciplinary case against Hannah Wilde RVN took place between Monday 26 and Tuesday 27 March 2018. Ms Wilde was not present, but she expressed a…
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Oct- 2017 -

16 October

Current Affairs

Shortlist announced for PIF awards

The PIF has revealed the finalists for this year’s Pet Industry Federation Awards. This year’s finalists are: Independent Retailer of the Year – sponsored by ROYAL CANIN & James Wellbeloved Creature Comforts, Glasgow Millies Wolfheart, Keighley PetLondon, Marylebone, London The Pet Experience, Weymouth Trusty Pet Supplies, Derby Unique Pets, Aylesbury…
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Aug- 2017 -

15 August

Current Affairs

Final call for PIF award entries

The Pet Industry Federation has put out a final call for anyone hoping to enter the 2017 Awards. Entry for the Pet Industry Federation Awards is quick, simple and absolutely free. To be in with a chance of winning you need to outline, in no more than 500 words, why you…
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Jun- 2017 -

28 June

Events

PIF awards open for entries

The 2017 Pet Industry Federation Awards are now open for entries. New for this year are three categories recognising projects that have been particularly innovative or sustainable, and a ‘Charity of the Year’ award which recognises important achievements between the third sector and pet businesses. It is free to enter…
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23 June

Current Affairs

Animal feed company secures 3.5m investment

Northamptonshire-based animal feed manufacturer, Dodson & Horrell, plans to improve its productivity and annual turnover. A 3.5m financial package from Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking is an investment in the modernisation of its plant and machinery. Dodson & Horrell, a family business established in 1939, specialises in animal nutrition. The company…
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Mar- 2017 -

9 March

Current Affairs

Butcher’s Pet Care celebrates 30th anniversary

2017 marks Butcher’s 30th anniversary. The company is exhibiting at the annual Crufts dogs show to showcase its original grain free recipe, Butcher’s Tripe Mix, alongside its new grain free range, The Butcher’s Choice. Since 1987, Butcher’s has used its heritage in farming and as butchers to specialise in making…
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Feb- 2017 -

14 February

Current Affairs

Butcher’s Pet Care turns thirty

Butcher’s Pet Care has reason to celebrate. 2017 marks the company’s thirtieth anniversary. The business has looked back at the major changes of the last three decades. British family company, Butcher’s has a background in farming and as butchers. Robin Hone commented: “In the 1980’s when we launched our first canned dog…
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