Responsible Pet Ownership
This coverage examines responsible pet ownership within the UK petcare industry, focusing on education, welfare standards, and initiatives that support the wellbeing of animals. Pet Gazette reports on awareness campaigns, regulatory developments, community programmes, and case studies from retailers, wholesalers, and industry organisations promoting best practices. Our coverage provides pet trade professionals with insights to support customer engagement, align with welfare standards, and contribute to the promotion of responsible pet ownership across the sector.
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Jan- 2026 -7 JanuarySponsored
Byotrol launches ANIGENE range to tackle pet messes, germs and accidents
With more than half of UK adults now living with a pet, hygiene in the home has become an increasingly important consideration for owners. The UK’s largest annual assessment of pet ownership and care highlights how central pets are to everyday family life – reinforcing the need for practical, effective…
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2 JanuaryCharities
Birmingham Dogs Home appoints Dr Scott Miller as ambassador
Birmingham Dogs Home has appointed television vet and animal welfare campaigner Dr Scott Miller as a charity ambassador. Miller, who regularly appears on ITV’s This Morning, will work with the charity to raise awareness of its rehoming work, support education initiatives and strengthen community outreach across the West Midlands. The…
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Oct- 2025 -6 OctoberPet Owners
Kennel Club hails new housing bill protecting tenants’ rights to keep pets
The Kennel Club has welcomed the passing of the Housing (Scotland) Bill, which introduces new measures preventing landlords from unreasonably refusing tenants’ requests to keep pets. The legislation, approved by the Scottish Parliament, is intended to strengthen tenants’ rights and encourage responsible pet ownership across the country. It follows longstanding…
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Sep- 2025 -19 SeptemberCharities
Pup Club partners with RSPCA Milton Keynes and North Bucks
Canine training group Pup Club has entered into a partnership with RSPCA Milton Keynes and North Bucks to expand animal welfare work through joint projects and education initiatives. The tie-up will focus on tackling behavioural issues that often lead to rehoming and on increasing awareness of responsible pet ownership. The…
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Apr- 2025 -16 AprilRetailers
Pets at Home pauses sale of rabbits over Easter
Pets at Home has announced that it will be pausing the sale and adoption of rabbits at 460 stores nationwide over the Easter weekend. The company stated that the decision has been taken to help prevent impulse purchases and adoptions driven by the celebrations, as part of the brand’s commitment…
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4 AprilPet Owners
Demand for puppies up 25% year-on-year
Demand for new puppies has increased 25% year-on-year according to new data from pet rehoming platform Pets4Homes. The platform also revealed that 45% of its puppies sold within four weeks in 2024 which is an all-time high. Animal welfare experts warn that the rising cost of caring for pets, vet…
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Nov- 2024 -29 NovemberRetailers
Pets at Homes unveils New Malden flagship store
Pets at Home has announced the opening of its newly designed flagship Pet Care Centre in New Malden. This £2.2m+ transformation marks the single largest investment in Pets at Home’s estate history. The new 27,360 sq.ft site features an increased range of services (such as a newly refurbed and extended…
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Aug- 2024 -8 AugustRetailers
Find Your Paws launches recruitment scheme for breeders
Pet advertising platform Find Your Paws has announced a recruitment drive for dedicated cat and dog breeders. The initiative aims to expand the platform’s network of responsible breeders, ensuring that prospective pet owners have access to “healthy and well-cared-for animals”. As pet ownership continues to rise across the UK and…
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Jun- 2024 -24 JuneRetailers
Purina tops online visibility table, Salience finds
Purina has achieved the largest increase in online visibility, boasting a 50% increase within the UK pet supplies market with a total score of 575,148 over the past year, according to a new report by Salience Search Marketing. Salience Search Marketing’s annual online pet supplies sector report uncovers the industry’s…
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Sep- 2023 -8 SeptemberCharities
Scottish SPCA teams up with Tesco to run a series of Pet Aid roadshows
Scottish SPCA has expanded its services in the community by partnering with Tesco to run a series of Pet Aid roadshows, the first of their kind, across Scotland. Taking place at eight Tesco stores throughout September and October, Scottish SPCA will host events at stores in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Thurso, Ayr,…
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