York
York is a hub for independent pet retailers, regional suppliers, and emerging petcare businesses within the North of England. Pet Gazette reports on shop openings and closures, local distributor activity, and business developments affecting the pet trade in and around York. Coverage includes regional trends in pet food and accessory demand, partnerships with national brands, and operational updates from pet industry players based in the area. This tag supports pet retailers, wholesalers, and suppliers looking to monitor commercial activity in this historically significant and economically active city.
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May- 2025 -13 MayManufacturers
WHM Pet Group and Wildlife World agree distribution partnership
WHM Pet Group, a manufacturer of high-quality wild bird food and accessories, has announced a new distribution partnership with Wildlife World, the designer and manufacturer of innovative, wildlife-friendly garden products. From 2 June 2025, Wildlife World products will be distributed to the trade via WHM Pet Group. The pair said…
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9 MayRetailers
The Innocent Hound releases seasonal treat range all year round
The Innocent Hound has announced that it will be selling three of its popular seasonal treats all year round. The range of treats includes the Wild Game Sausages, Game Picnic Bars, and Strawberry Crush Hearts. Each of the treats are grain-free, and feature 60% British meat, accompanied with vegetables and…
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Apr- 2025 -8 AprilManufacturers
Untamed raises £10M in series B funding round
Cat-food brand Untamed has announced that it has completed a Series B funding round of £10m to continue to grow the brand’s offering and global reach. The round’s investment was led by a new cap table member, New York-based Coefficient Capital, which has backed the likes of Nom Nom, Zoe,…
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Feb- 2025 -20 FebruaryManufacturers
Hurayra launches UK’s first halal cat food
Hurayra Halal Pet Food has announced it is set to launch a range of dry cat food in May, becoming the UK’s first HMC halal-certified, premium pet food brand. The product is made using ethically sourced, hig quality ingredients free from grain, wheat and soybean filler. The new product is…
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13 FebruaryManufacturers
The Innocent Hound launches new online ordering platform
The Innocent Hound has announced the launch of its brand-new online ordering platform, designed exclusively for trade customers. This new system simplifies the ordering process, allowing retailers to easily browse and purchase their premium air-dried food and treats. This initiative aims to enhance convenience for independent pet retailers, making it…
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Jan- 2025 -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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6 JanuaryRetailers
Naturaw raises funds for further growth
Yorkshire-based raw pet food company Naturaw Pet Food has secured a six-figure growth funding package from NPIF II – Mercia Debt Finance, which is managed by Mercia Debt as part of the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II (NPIF II). The funding will enable Naturaw Pet Food to continue its rapid…
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Oct- 2024 -23 OctoberRetailers
Pure Pet Food secures £15m investment from Felix Capital
Pure Pet Food, which provides personalised dog food delivered to customers’ doors, has completed a major £15m investment round led by Felix Capital and including Mercia Ventures. The latest investment will support the further expansion of the Yorkshire-based business following a period of rapid growth. Pure Pet Food was founded…
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17 OctoberVeterinary
Independent specialist referral practice opens in Yorkshire
Vets Rob Quinn, Nick Blackburn and Stuart Cooke have launched Vita Referrals to offer orthopaedic and neuro surgery to pets in Yorkshire and beyond. The new clinic aims to ensure every pet owner has access to reasonably priced surgical care. Vita Referrals will offer treatment to pets with a wide…
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11 OctoberRetailers
The Blue Barn opens new site at Tong Garden Centre
West Yorkshire-based pet supplies and animal feed brand The Blue Barn has opened a new site at Tong Garden Centre in Bradford. The Blue Barn opened its first site outside its Pool in Wharfedale headquarters with a 1500 sq ft concession which stocks a wide range of pet supplies and…
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