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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Jan- 2020 -10 JanuaryCharities
SPCA warns of dangers of social media
The Scottish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) has warned the public on the dangers of social media, after a recent case was “made much more difficult” by misinformation spread this way. After a dog was photographed by a member of the public with a visible abscess,…
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10 JanuaryCharities
Dogs Trust to hold Greyfriars Bobby commemoration event
Dogs Trust has invited dogs and owners to attend a special Greyfriars Bobby commemoration event in Greyfriars Kirkyard on 14 January. The event aims to “showcase the bond between owner and dog through special activities such as training, playing, grooming and exercising”. It will be the second year in a…
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7 JanuaryIndustry News
‘Vet of the Year’ joins Greenside Veterinary Practice
Award winning vet, Hannah Capon, founder of Canine Arthritis Management (CAM), has joined Greenside Veterinary Practice in St Boswells, Scotland. She will now team up with Greenside director Andrew Armitage to spearhead treatments for dogs with degenerative diseases. Armitage is an expert in regenerative techniques and rehabilitation, and shares Capon’s…
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Dec- 2019 -18 DecemberAwards
Best dog-friendly UK hotels revealed
PetsPyjamas has revealed the top hotels in the UK for dog owners. The dog travel company holds its annual Travel Awards to recognise which hotel destinations are best suited for those travelling with a pet. The awards were judged on various criteria, including if there were three or more dog-friendly…
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10 DecemberAwards
Wilsons Pet Food awarded £50,000 investment
Wilsons Pet Food has been awarded £50,000 after being announced as one of the winners of the Scottish Edge 15 Awards. Scottish Edge is a UK funding competition aimed at small businesses, aiming to help accelerate the success of companies who have demonstrated encouraging growth. They also provide a business…
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Nov- 2019 -18 NovemberAwards
Edinburgh Dog and Cat home awarded ‘Best Newcomer’ at Living Wage Scotland’s Awards
Edinburgh Dog and Cat home has been awarded the ‘Best Newcomer’ award at this year’s Living Wage Scotland Awards. Earlier this year the home became the first animal welfare organisation in Scotland to be accredited as a Living Wage employer. The awards were held at the Technology and Innovation Centre…
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12 NovemberRetailers
Dogrobes launches fundraising calendar in support of Dementia charity
Pet accessory company, Dogrobes has launched a fundraising calendar and are donating its dog drying coats to the canines of the Dementia Dog Project. Dogrobes is set to launch a new 2020 calendar which they hope will raise funds for the new charity, Dementia Dog Project, which provides assistance dogs…
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7 NovemberVeterinary
SSPCA launches ‘Assured Puppy Breeder Scheme’
The SSPCA have announced the launch of its Assured Puppy Breeder Scheme. This free scheme will mark the SSPCA’s “ongoing efforts to tackle the illegal puppy trade”. The voluntary scheme will put emphasis on responsible breeding puppy breeding, and will be made available to every dog breeder in Scotland. The…
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Oct- 2019 -15 OctoberPet Owners
Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home launches pet food bank
Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home will launch its first dedicated pet food bank in the Scottish capital tomorrow (16 October), to offer support to pet owners “living in poverty”. The food bank for cats and dogs will offer wet and dry food, jackets, collars, leads, bowls and bedding as well…
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14 OctoberManufacturers
Dogrobes creates two new jobs at Haven
Fochabers-based pet accessory company, Dogrobes is helping to support two permanent jobs at Haven PTS in Larbert near Falkirk in Scotland by using the company to manufacture its popular dog drying coats. Haven is part of Momentum and the wider Rehab Group, a not-for-profit organisation providing rehabilitation, training and care…
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