Scotland
Scotland hosts a thriving pet industry ecosystem, from independent retailers and grooming salons to distributors and manufacturers serving both rural and urban markets. Pet Gazette covers business activity across the country — including store launches, supply chain operations, regulatory developments, and regional buying patterns. We also report on devolved government policies affecting animal welfare, licensing, and retail compliance. Whether you operate in Glasgow, Edinburgh, the Highlands, or beyond, this tag offers commercial insight tailored to pet sector professionals active in the Scottish market.
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Mar- 2020 -31 MarchCoronavirus
SSPCA ‘urgently’ needs donations
The Scottish SPCA has revealed that it “desperately” needs donations in light of the ongoing coronavirus crisis. The animal welfare charity has ceased rehoming after it made the “difficult decision” to close its nine animal rescue and rehoming centres, though its rescue officers and inspectors are still on the ground…
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26 MarchBusiness
Covid-19: Banks under fire over emergency loan scheme
Banks have come under fire over government-backed emergency loans which require business owners to sign for a personal guarantee, as the UK battles with the Covid-19 pandemic. The British Business Bank (BBB) opened applications for the Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CBILS) on Monday (23 March), and claimed the loan…
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20 MarchVeterinary
BVA calls on government to support veterinary practices
The BVA has written to the government asking them to include veterinary practices in their support of businesses affected by the Covid-19 pandemic. The plea follows Chancellor Rishi Sunak unveiling of a £350bn package of measures, including rates relief and grants to support retail and hospitality businesses affected by the…
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19 MarchEconomy
Bira welcomes temporary abolition of business rates in Scotland
The Scottish Government’s move to temporarily abolish business rates in a bid to minimise the impact of coronavirus has been welcomed by the British Independent Retailers Association (Bira). Economy Secretary Fiona Hyslop MSP has unveiled a new economic package to the Holyrood Parliament in response to coronavirus, including 12 months…
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18 MarchVeterinary
BVA issues updated Covid-19 guidance for vets
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has issued new guidance for the veterinary profession amid the Covid-19 pandemic. The association said that every practice should now be carrying out individual risk assessments, and consider whether it is “appropriate” to continue with routine consultations. According to new guidelines, practices should also practice…
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13 MarchGovernment & Legislation
Animal welfare bill supported by Scottish Parliament
The Animal and Wildlife (Penalties, Protections and Powers) (Scotland) Bill has been passed unanimously by Scottish Parliament at stage one. The new legislation, which was debated yesterday (12 March), will increase penalties for the “most serious” animal welfare offences, and provide for fixed penalties in relation to animal welfare offences…
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11 MarchCharities
Charity urges public to report snare traps
Animal welfare campaigns charity, OneKind, has urged members of the public to report any snares they find while out walking. The Scottish charity said it has “long campaigned” for a ban on the use, sale and manufacture of traps. It is now calling walkers to report snares or snaring incidents…
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Feb- 2020 -28 FebruaryCharities
Aberdeen City Council approves £650,000 pet rehoming centre revamp
Major plans to refurbish a pet rehoming centre have been approved by Aberdeen City Council. Seaton-based Mrs Murray’s Home for Stray Dogs and Cats submitted plans for the revamp in December. Speaking to Evening Express, manager Marnie Simpson said: “Where we are at the moment is not fit for purpose…
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Jan- 2020 -29 JanuaryBusiness
Cats Protection chief executive appointed new member of AWC
Cats protection CEO James Yeates has been appointed as a new member of The Animal Welfare Committee (AWC). Yeates is one of the four new members of AWC, which is made up of experts in farming, wild animals and pets. It provides detailed research and advice to the Department for…
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15 JanuaryCurrent Affairs
Man admits selling sick puppies at illegal ‘pet shop’
A man has admitted to selling a number of sick puppies at an illegal “pet shop” in Bishopbriggs, East Dunbartonshire. According to the BBC, Marco Tondo kept the dogs in cramped conditions resulting in two of the animals being put down shortly after being sold. One dog had suffered organ…
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