Suffolk

This coverage reports on petcare industry news and business developments in Suffolk, serving professionals across the county’s retail, wholesale, and supply chain sectors. Pet Gazette covers independent pet shops, major retail chains, distributors, wholesalers, and logistics providers, offering insights into local market trends, store openings, regulatory updates, and commercial growth opportunities. From retail management to distribution strategies, our Suffolk coverage helps pet trade professionals stay informed and competitive.

May- 2020 -

11 May

Coronavirus

Pets Corner reopens further 12 garden centre sites in UK

Pets Corner has reopened a further 12 sites in garden centres across the UK amid the Covid-19 pandemic. Following discussions with landlords, Pets Corner has announced the reopening of its sites in Braintree Garden Centre, Crawley Garden Centre, Longacres, Melbicks, Palmers and Warerslide, alongside six Dobbies Garden Centres in Essex,…
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Mar- 2019 -

7 March

Manufacturers

Skinner’s sponsor Woofers Winter Walk

Skinner’s has announced it sponsored the first Woofers Winter Walk which took place on Sunday (3 March) in the grounds of Helmingham Hall, Suffolk. As many as 300 dogs were in attendance to support Suffolk charities, Our Special Friends and The Suffolk Community Foundation. The morning comprised of four walk…
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Dec- 2018 -

21 December

Charities

Skinner’s donates over £10,000 in dog food to UK rescue centres

Suffolk-based manufacturer, Skinner’s Pet Foods, said it was proud to support rescue centres throughout the UK with over £10,000 of dog food this Christmas. The company drew out a handful of rescue centres at random to donate a pallet of Field & Trial Turkey & Rice. The rescue centres included,…
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Nov- 2018 -

29 November

Charities

Blue Cross cats and dogs inspire pet-themed clothing range by Oasis

Six cats and dogs cared for by national pet charity Blue Cross have helped to inspire a new clothing collection by fashion brand Oasis. Jack Russell Terrier Flora, Dachshund William, Dalmation Harvey along with cats Rupert, Prince and Victoria feature on the collection of knits and blouses along with a…
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Jun- 2018 -

7 June

Appointment

Skinner’s Pet Food appoints new nutritional consultant

Skinner’s Pet Foods has announced the appointment of Dr Jaqueline Boyd, who joins the team based in Stradbroke, Suffolk as its new nutritional consultant. Dr Jacqueline Boyd joins the Skinner’s team after nearly 11 years at Nottingham Trent University as a lecturer in Animal and Equine Science. Boyd spent 25…
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May- 2018 -

24 May

Government & Legislation

RCVS disciplinary committee tells college to remove ‘dishonest’ vet

The disciplinary committee of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has told the registrar to remove a Suffolk-based veterinary surgeon from the register for “dishonesty, clinical failings and poor record keeping”. Dr Horia Elefterescu appeared before the committee from Tuesday 8 to Thursday 17 May 2018 with seven charges…
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Jan- 2018 -

30 January

Charities

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 revealed the charity received 4,500 calls in five years about attacks on animals using such weapons. The charity will be giving the recommendation as part of a submission to the UK Government’s current review…
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16 January

Industry News

Pet food manufacturer welcomes new managing director

Suffolk based pet food manufacturer Skinner’s, has welcomed Des Smith to the company as managing director. Des joins the company after spending ten years at Aspall Cyder where he was appointed managing director in 2011 and then CEO in 2012. During his time at Aspall, the business grew from £11m…
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Dec- 2017 -

7 December

Current Affairs

PIF award winners announced

The 2017 Pet Industry Federation Awards were announced at an awards dinner held at Whittlebury Hall Hotel. The event was organised by the Pet Industry Federation (PIF), which this year celebrated its 70th Anniversary with a special birthday themed awards dinner. The PIF awards recognise entrepreneurial talent, commercial acumen and quality…
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Oct- 2017 -

16 October

Current Affairs

Shortlist announced for PIF awards

The PIF has revealed the finalists for this year’s Pet Industry Federation Awards. This year’s finalists are: Independent Retailer of the Year – sponsored by ROYAL CANIN & James Wellbeloved Creature Comforts, Glasgow Millies Wolfheart, Keighley PetLondon, Marylebone, London The Pet Experience, Weymouth Trusty Pet Supplies, Derby Unique Pets, Aylesbury…
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