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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.

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.

Retail footfall takes a hit with Scotland showing sharpest decline

Footfall in January decreased by 1.6% year-on-year, showing a deeper decrease than the rate…

Pet obesity crisis targeted by PDSA Pet FitClub

Excessive food consumption and a lack of exercise is causing a pet obesity crisis, warns PDSA vets.

4,500 calls received in five years linked to airgun attacks

The RSPCA is calling for mandatory licensing of airguns in England and Wales, as it is…

England is ‘lagging’ behind in animal welfare, claims charity

Blue Cross has written an open letter to Michael Gove to clarify Westminster’s position on a…

Scottish government confirms electric shock dog collar ban

The use of electric shock dog collars is to be banned in Scotland, the Scottish government…

Pet flea treatment polluting Britain’s freshwaters

A new study by insect and small animal charity Buglife has found that British freshwaters…

Police appeal following ‘thefts’ of Kirkcudbright monkeys

The disappearance of three Cotton-top tamarin monkeys from the Galloway Conservation Centre…

Illegal puppy trader given community service

An illegal puppy trader has been given a 250 hour unpaid community payback order, following…

RCVS and BVA join forces to deal with the impact of Brexit

The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) and the British Veterinary Association (BVA)…