RSPCA

The RSPCA (Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) is a key voice in UK animal welfare, and its campaigns, partnerships, and policy positions often influence the pet retail landscape. Pet Gazette reports on RSPCA initiatives that affect product standards, ethical sourcing, pet adoption, and consumer expectations around welfare. Coverage includes collaborations with petcare brands and retailers, endorsements, and how RSPCA guidance intersects with trading practices in nutrition, accessories, and live animal sales. This tag helps retailers, distributors, and suppliers stay informed on welfare-led shifts shaping pet sector decision-making.

Oct- 2015 -

22 October

Celebrities

Winners announced for the 2015 Animal Hero Awards

Animal lovers and TV stars gathered to celebrate the Animal Hero Awards in London last night. As a special surprise for guests, Actor Ricky Gervais also arrived to accept an award presented by Dr Brian May for Outstanding Contribution to Animal Welfare. Ricky received his standing ovation as he collected…
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16 October

Editorial

‘Puppies are being traded like scrap’ says RSPCA

The UK spent nearly £4.6 billion on pets last year. The lucrative industry is home to professionals with a passion for animals. Most are highly concerned with welfare needs. Sadly, a small money-hungry minority have been shown to exploit dogs and other pets for financial gain, with no concern for…
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5 October

Current Affairs

Poorly chicken has clucky escape in cashino after getting lost in London

RSPCA were called to the rescue after finding a chicken so thirsty she was forced to drink from toilet. A lost, poorly chicken made her way to a cashino in a busy area of London in search of a bit of luck. The bird was found at a 24-hour gaming shop…
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Sep- 2015 -

4 September

Editorial

Pet in danger? Don’t call us, says London Fire Brigade

Pet Gazette is as guilty as any other industry magazine. We love stories of heroic emergency crews rushing to animals’ rescue. However, the London Fire Brigade has made an impassioned plea – it does not want to hear from the owners of kittens stuck in trees. The organisation is…
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Jul- 2015 -

6 July

Current Affairs

Grazia article sparks criticism from pet lovers

Grazia’s UK magazine has found itself at the centre of controversy after a recent issue discussed breeding pets as a source “extra pocket money”. The article prompted a flurry of criticism on social media from concerned readers. Cats Protection and the RSPCA were among organisations to express their disappointment. Although the…
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May- 2015 -

6 May

Events

Free Rabbit Health Checks in May For Rabbit Awareness Week

Pet owners can make the most of free rabbit health checks this May as Rabbit Awareness Week (RAW) springs back into action at the London Pet Show. This year’s RAW (9th – 17th May) focuses on ‘Room for Rabbits’ and improving the environment for the nation’s estimated one million pet…
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Mar- 2015 -

24 March

Events

Rabbit Awareness Week Hops Back Into Action 9-17th May

Rabbit Awareness Week (RAW) 2015 springs into action again this year (9th – 17th May) at the London Pet Show, aiming to highlight the health and welfare needs of one of the nation’s most popular pets. To mark the occasion, organisers are calling on the Pet and Vet industries and communities…
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Jan- 2015 -

28 January

Retailers

Pets at Homes VIP Club Customer Scheme Raises £2 MILLION for Animal Charities

More than 560 animal charities across the UK are celebrating after receiving more than £2 million over the past 18 months thanks to generous Pets at Home’s customers. The donations, shared between both national and local independent animal charities on a monthly basis, have been raised by the Pet retailer’s…
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23 January

Editorial

RISING NUMBER OF ABANDONED CATS

The number of abandoned cats is on the rise, reports Keighley-based charity, Yorkshire Cat Rescue. In 2014 the organisation rescued 865 cats and kittens, compared with 688 the previous year. On some occasions as many as seven cats at a time were dumped in boxes outside the centre’s gates. Founder…
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Dec- 2014 -

11 December

Editorial

Pets More Popular Than In-laws

It may be a very merry Christmas. Brits are expected to spend a staggering 47 million on their pets this holiday, says The Express. The total could be up to five times higher if you include festive foodie treats. For the pet sector these figures prove something we’ve known for…
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