Pet Family
This coverage highlights Pet Family, the Scandinavian pet retail group expanding its presence and influence across the UK petcare sector. Pet Gazette reports on the company’s acquisitions, store strategies, and partnerships with suppliers and distributors. Our editorial explores Pet Family’s role in shaping competition within the retail market, its approach to supply chain integration, and the commercial implications for independent retailers, wholesalers, and brand managers. For pet trade professionals, this section provides insights into how Pet Family’s activities are driving consolidation, category growth, and new opportunities within the pet retail ecosystem.
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Apr- 2025 -17 AprilRetailers
Sera acquires Interpet aquatic brands
Aquarium care and fishkeeping brand Interpet has signed an asset purchase agreement with aquatic products manufacturer Sera GmbH to transfer ownership of the Interpet, Blagdon, and Aquagarden aquatic brands. With over a century of combined experience, Sera will bring its strong market presence in Europe alongside its food and care…
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May- 2024 -3 MayCharities
Pet industry joins PIF Donation Drive to help vulnerable pets
The UK pet industry has provided its biggest consignment to date of donated products to the U-Hearts Foundation in Ukraine to help care for abandoned pets. Co-ordinated by the Pet Industry Federation (PIF), two lorry-loads containing 56 pallets have already arrived in Ukraine, with a further 26 pallets in a…
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Feb- 2024 -2 FebruaryManufacturers
We.pet partners with Benebone
We.pet, part of the Pet Family group in the UK, has announced the addition of Benebone, an American-based manufacturer of chew toys for dogs, to the We.pet wholesale portfolio. Benebone is a chew toy for dogs made in the USA, with nothing but USA-sourced nylon and real flavours such as…
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Sep- 2023 -7 SeptemberBusiness
Pet Family acquires 30% stake in Cats and Dogs
Pet Family, the owner of Pets Corner, has purchased a 30% share of Cats and Dogs, a family-owned retailer in Flanders, Belgium. Cats and Dogs was started 20 years ago by Kevin Massart and his mother, Brigitte Pettens, with one store which has now grown to seven around Antwerp. The…
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Aug- 2023 -14 AugustRetailers
Pets Corner to expand business after securing new funding
Pet care retailer, Pets Corner headquartered in West Sussex has secured an eight-figure funding package from HSBC UK to support its growth nationally and internationally, and to create up to 320 jobs nationwide. Pets Corner which is owned by Pet Family operates 150 stores across London and the South East…
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11 AugustRetailers
Pet Family appoints DPD as its delivery partner
Pet Family has appointed shipping company DPD as its new delivery partner Pet owners who place their orders before 1 pm on any day including weekends will have their package dispatched the same day and receive it the very next day. DPD will deliver on both Saturdays and Sundays, allowing…
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Jul- 2023 -25 JulyRetailers
Edgard and Cooper launches in Whole Foods across London
Edgard and Cooper, an ethical pet food brand of kibble, food and treats for UK pets, has launched in Whole Foods markets across London. Customers can find crunchy kibbles, silky paté and cat food selections for kittens, adults, and seniors. For dogs, Whole Foods is offering Edgard and Cooper’s wet…
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Sep- 2017 -11 SeptemberCurrent Affairs
Lily’s Kitchen unveils Christmas range
Lily’s Kitchen has unveiled its largest Christmas range to date. The limited edition ‘Christmas Fireside Tails’ collection is a seasonal range of meals and treats to help every dog and cat enjoy the festivities alongside the rest of the family. “All of the Lily’s Kitchen team include our dogs and cats in…
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