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.

Aug- 2017 -

23 August

Current Affairs

Cotswold RAW may request protected status for dog-centric sausages

Cotswold RAW the producer of Biological Appropriate Raw Food (BARF) for dogs, may be about to register its ‘dog sausage’ with the protected food name scheme. If successful, it would gain the protection afforded to other culinary luminaries, such as the iconic Yorkshire Pud. The sausages are sold in a selection…
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Jul- 2017 -

20 July

Events

Beaphar team raises over £11,000 for charity

Ten Beaphar employees cycled over 175 miles in three days to raise money for Cancer Research UK. The colleagues chose to mark the company’s 75th anniversary with a charity event. Together, they raised over £11,500, more than doubling the original target of £5000. On the 1st July, the team set…
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13 July

Industry News

Selective Naturals goes grain free following overwhelming response to survey

The Selective Naturals range, manufactured Supreme Petfoods, is now 100 percent grain-free. The move follows feedback from almost 700 owners of small pets who gave the concept a resounding thumbs up. 93 percent said they believed that there was a benefit to feeding grain-free. Marketing manager Claire Hamblion says the findings herald…
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Jun- 2017 -

15 June

Current Affairs

Charity boxes stolen from pet shop

A pet shop has been robbed of its till and charity boxes overnight. The charity boxes were so heavy that the thieves couldn’t carry them so used a wicker basket in store to ‘aid the escape’. Toby’s Pet Shop, based in Framlingham, was the victim of two men who stole the till…
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14 June

Events

Over £70,000 raised for Battersea Dogs & Cats Home

Essex residents raised over £70,000 at Battersea’s Muddy Dog Challenge, supported by LV=. Taking place at Stansted Park Estate, over 500 participants were given the opportunity to take on the UK’s first 2.5km and 5km obstacle course. Runners and their furry companions attempted some obstacles –including taking on scramble nets,…
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Nov- 2016 -

11 November

Industry News

Skinner’s will release new range for pets in 2017

Suffolk based company Skinner’s Petfoods will be moving into the pet sector from early 2017. The new ‘Life’ range for companion animals will be available alongside Skinner’s well established food for working dogs. A premium range for all life stages, Life builds on Skinner’s extensive experience in developing the highest quality…
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Sep- 2016 -

20 September

Events

Pet Industry Federation Awards 2016 receive record entries

The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) has revealed the finalists for this year’s PIF Awards. The Pet Industry Federation Awards celebrate those pet businesses that have made outstanding achievements throughout the year. It also provides an opportunity for the whole industry to come together, socialise and network over a three-course…
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Aug- 2016 -

26 August

Current Affairs

Trading Standards issue warning about illegally imported puppies

Suffolk Trading Standards are reminding people who are thinking of buying a dog to be cautious about illegally imported puppies. The warning comes after Suffolk County Council’s Trading Standards team have quarantined a Bichon Frise puppy after a vet discovered it had been brought into the UK illegally, unbeknown to…
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11 August

Events

Mr Fothergill’s pledges support to Royal Hospital Chelsea and Greenfingers

On August 10 2016, Chelsea Pensioners visited Mr Fothergill’s Suffolk trial ground to officially name a blend of sweet peas. Scarlet Tunic’s shades of red were inspired by the pensioners’ distinctive apparel. Mr Fothergill’s will donate 25p from the sale of each packet of Scarlet Tunic to the Royal Hospital Chelsea. It will…
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Jul- 2016 -

12 July

Manufacturers

Mr Fothergill’s calls on retailers to help support Royal Hospital Chelsea

Suffolk-based seed producer Mr Fothergill’s will be using sweet pea ‘Scarlet Tunic’ to continue its fundraising for Royal Hospital Chelsea. The company will launch the new variety for the 2017 season and donate 25p for every packet of seed sold to the Royal Hospital Chelsea. An eye-catching counter display hopes to inspire shoppers…
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