Veterinary Practices
Veterinary practices are an essential part of the UK petcare ecosystem, influencing product recommendations, customer trust, and pet owner behaviour. Pet Gazette reports on commercial developments within the veterinary sector that impact the retail and supply chain — including practice acquisitions, corporate consolidation, partnerships with petcare brands, and cross-referral strategies. Coverage also includes new clinic openings, service innovations, and trends in preventative care and prescription products. This tag offers valuable insight into how veterinary practices shape demand for health-related pet products and interact with the wider commercial pet industry.
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Dec- 2025 -10 DecemberManufacturers
Bella and Duke reports double-digit growth after brand overhaul
Bella and Duke has reported double-digit growth a year after relaunching its brand and refining its product offer, with the raw pet nutrition company citing stronger demand across subscription, retail and international channels. The firm said subscription customer numbers had risen by more than 20% year on year, supported by…
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1 DecemberCharities
Pet Remedy launches map of vetted dog rescues
Pet wellbeing company Pet Remedy has created an online map highlighting dog rescues that meet an ethical welfare framework, in response to what it says is growing confusion among owners about training and behaviour advice. The interactive UK Charity Partners Map lists organisations that have agreed to follow the company’s…
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Nov- 2025 -7 NovemberVeterinary
IVC Evidensia named Top Employer 2025 in UK
IVC Evidensia has been certified as a Top Employer 2025 in the UK, becoming the first veterinary organisation in the country to receive the recognition. The certification, awarded by the Top Employers Institute, benchmarks organisations globally on their people practices, including strategy, work environment, talent acquisition, learning and development, diversity,…
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Oct- 2025 -9 OctoberManufacturers
Burgess Pet Care extends Excel range across Scandinavia
Yorkshire-based small animal specialist Burgess Pet Care has expanded its distribution partnership with FS Petcare AB to make its Excel range available across Denmark, Sweden, Finland and Norway. FS Petcare AB, a distributor of pet products in Scandinavia, already represents Burgess in Sweden. The extended agreement will see the company…
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Sep- 2025 -3 SeptemberVeterinary
Zomedica signs UK distribution deal with Pioneer Veterinary Products
Zomedica has appointed Pioneer Veterinary Products Limited as its UK distribution partner, expanding access to the company’s point-of-care technologies across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Pioneer will lead sales and support for the small animal market on an exclusive basis and act as a non-exclusive distributor for equine products.…
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Aug- 2025 -29 AugustVeterinary
Purina Institute publishes new pet nutrition guide for vets
The Purina Institute has launched a new handbook aimed at helping veterinary professionals provide nutritional advice for healthy dogs and cats. The Handbook of Canine and Feline Well-Pet Nutrition is a free, product-agnostic digital resource created with input from 54 experts across 20 countries. It covers topics such as nutrient…
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Jun- 2025 -3 JuneVeterinary
CVS develops new training programme for aspiring managers
CVS has developed a Leadership and Management Programme for aspiring or new managers. The Level 3 Leadership and Management Programme gives a comprehensive introduction to leadership, combined with a flexible approach which enables learners to work at their own pace. It features components on managing stress and resilience, time management,…
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May- 2025 -28 MayRetailers
Pets at Home FY profits rise 14% to £120m despite flat revenues
Pets at Home has seen its profit before tax rise 14% to £120.6m for the year ended 27 March 2025, following strong growth in its veterinary sector. Its vet group consumer revenue was up 13%, with record sales supported by higher visits, average transaction values and significant growth in Care…
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Jan- 2025 -20 JanuaryGovernment & Legislation
Pets at Home CEO warns Budget will effect part-time workers and women
Pets at Home CEO Lyssa McGowan has warned that the changes to National Insurance in the Budget will negatively impact part-time workers and women. McGowan stated in an interview with Mail on Sunday that Pets at Home faces an £18m increase in costs. The National Insurance contribution threshold will be…
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15 JanuaryVeterinary
VetPartners fundraises £326,990 in 2024
Teams from VetPartners’ veterinary practices and associated animal healthcare businesses throughout the UK and Ireland ran marathons, climbed mountains, baked cakes and organised dog shows, pub quizzes and raffles to generate their best annual fundraising total. The events raised £172,146 during the year and VetPartners donated £154,844 through its charity…
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