Pet Industry Federation
This coverage reports on news, initiatives, and industry developments from the Pet Industry Federation (PIF), the UK’s leading trade association for pet businesses. Pet Gazette covers PIF’s role in representing retailers, groomers, suppliers, and service providers, including updates on training programmes, events, lobbying efforts, and industry standards. Coverage provides analysis of how PIF’s work influences commercial opportunities, best practices, and the growth of the UK petcare sector.
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Nov- 2019 -22 NovemberAppointment
PIF appoints Abi Purser to board of directors
The founder of the Longcroft Luxury Cat Hotel Group, Abi Purser, has joined the board of directors of the Pet Industry Federation (PIF). PIF is the membership association for pet industry specialists in the UK, and represents all types of businesses in the pet industry. Purser said she is “delighted”…
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13 NovemberRegulation
Animal Activities Licensing course for inspectors becomes level 3 qualification
The Pet Industry Federation (PIF), has announced that its joint animal establishments inspector training course, run in collaboration with the City of London Corporation, will result in formal City and Guilds Level 3 qualification from July 2020. Since 1 October 2018, the new Licensing of Activities Involving Animals regulations (AAL)…
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Oct- 2019 -22 OctoberTrade Organisations
PIF’s Petindex sees surge in trade stand applications
Petindex has seen a surge in trade stand applications this autumn taking it to over 50% full, with six months still to go to the event. Taking place on 26 and 27 April 2020 at the Marshall Arena (Stadium MK) in Milton Keynes and organised by the Pet Industry Federation,…
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Jul- 2019 -25 JulyAppointment
Pet Industry Federation appoints new membership manager
The Pet Industry Federation (PIF), the UK’s trade association for pet businesses, has announced the appointment of Gemma Martin as its new membership manager. Martin comes from a strong customer service background, gained from roles within the leisure industry and brings with her a degree in zoology. Her role will…
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9 JulyTrade Organisations
PIF moves to new premises after 25 years
The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) is today (Tuesday 9 July) moving into new premises in Olney, Buckinghamshire, after nearly 25 years of occupying its existing office in Bedford. Since its rebranding and emergence as a distinct trade association in 2014, following its split from the Pet Care Trust, its membership…
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Jun- 2019 -20 JuneBusiness
New pet zone in China offers opportunities to PIF members
An agreement between the Pet Industry Federation’s (PIF) Chinese export partner, Best for Pets Supply Chain Co. Ltd, and the Chinese provincial government of Jilin, is expected to open exclusive export opportunities for PIF members who are looking to introduce their brand to the Chinese pet market. The agreement, signed…
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6 JuneEvents
PIF takes members on trade mission to China
Three Pet Industry Federation (PIF) member companies visited China in May as part of a trade mission to launch their products to the Chinese market, in a trip hosted by PIF and its Chinese export partner, Best for Pets Supply Chain Co. Hownd, Broadreach Nature and Prins Petfoods joined the…
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Apr- 2019 -30 AprilTrade Organisations
PIF announces canine behaviour seminar
The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) has announced it will launch a seminar on canine behaviour in a group setting, aimed at businesses such as dog daycares, home boarders and dog walkers. Taking place on Sunday 14 July at Willow Tree Canine Daycare in Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, the day-long seminar will be…
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25 AprilRegulation
PIF launches new reptile and small mammal qualification
The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) has announced it has launched a new qualification for looking after small mammals and reptiles. PIF has developed specialisms in the City and Guilds Level 2 Certificate of Technical Competence in Health and Husbandry qualification for reptiles and small mammals, as part of its package…
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Mar- 2019 -27 MarchEvents
PIF launches new trade show for pet industry
The Pet Industry Federation (PIF), the UK trade association for pet businesses, has announced the launch of a new industry-wide trade show aimed at all pet businesses within the UK pet industry, including those within the pet services sector. It builds on research PIF undertook with manufacturers and retailers which…
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