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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May- 2025 -7 MayVeterinary
Vivienne Mackinnon elected president of BVA Scottish Branch
Perthshire-based vet Vivienne Mackinnon has been named British Veterinary Association (BVA) Scottish Branch president following its annual general meeting. Mackinnon takes over from Gareth Hateley, who steps into the role of BVA Scottish Branch senior vice president. She brings to the role more than 30 years of experience, spanning roles…
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Mar- 2025 -11 MarchManufacturers
Nova Dog Chews partners with Vital Pet Products
Scottish-based animal feed manufacturing company Nova Dog Chews has partnered with Vital Pet Products, as it aims to give retailers easy access to its natural and responsibly sourced dog treats. The range of products stocked by Vital Pet Products now includes Nova’s Highland Antlers, Yak Snacks, and Root Chews, known…
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Feb- 2025 -19 FebruaryCharities
Cats Protection urges Scottish govt to include cats in new Dog Theft Bill
Cats Protection is urging the Scottish government to also include cats in the new Dog Theft (Scotland) Bill. According to the charity group, it is deeply concerned that cats have been overlooked in this important legislation, leaving thousands of Scottish pet owners without the same legal protections. The new Dog…
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Jan- 2025 -30 JanuaryBusiness
Wilsons secures £1m investment
Wilsons Pet Food has secured a £1m investment from The Investment Fund for Scotland (IFS), managed by Maven Capital Partners. The IFS funding will enable Wilsons to accelerate growth by expanding into new product categories, and further enhance production capabilities. In 2024, Wilsons invested in a full rebrand across their…
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22 JanuaryCharities
Buddy Bites partners with Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home
Pet food brand Buddy Bites has announced its partnership with The Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home. The first UK partnership for the pet food brand, having just reached the UK shores after four years supporting shelters in Asia, Buddy Bites’ mission is to give back to the dog community and…
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3 JanuaryEconomy
Total footfall was down 2.2% in 2024
Total UK footfall in 2024 was down 2.2% compared with 2023 according to data from the British Retail Consortium (BRC). Footfall decreased year-on-year for all four nations, with Scotland falling by 1.5%, England by 2.1%, Wales by 2.6%, while Northern Ireland experienced the biggest decline at 5.8%. Alongside this, total…
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Oct- 2024 -29 OctoberRetailers
Wilsons Pet Food expands treat range with 17 new treats
Scotland-based Wilsons Pet Food has expanded its natural dog treat range with 17 new varieties. These new treats are available in a range of gluten and grain free options, each carrying health benefits. The new Bites range, available in 200g and 1kg, includes eight varieties, each 100% single-source protein, meat…
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Sep- 2024 -27 SeptemberVeterinary
BVA appoints new president
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has announced the election of wildlife specialist vet Dr Elizabeth Mullineaux BVM&S, DVM&S, CertSHP, FRCVS as its new president. Dr Mullineaux’s veterinary career has spanned clinical experience across small animal, farm and wildlife medicine. Prior to her BVA role Dr Mullineaux juggled roles as a…
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Jul- 2024 -5 JulyEconomy
Taylor Swift and Euros boost footfall amid damp June
Taylor Swift’s UK tour and the Euros helped strengthen footfall during a very wet June as total UK footfall decreased by 2.3% in June (YoY), up from -3.6% in May, according to the latest figures from the British Retail Consortium (BRC). On a segment basis, high street footfall decreased by…
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Apr- 2024 -19 AprilGovernment & Legislation
Napo becomes ‘first insurer’ to cover dangerous dogs
Napo pet insurance has launched medical insurance cover for XL Bullies in a move which it claims to be the ‘first in the UK’. Napo now offers health insurance cover to XL Bullies as long as the dog’s owner is in possession of a valid exemption certificate. This move is…
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