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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Jan- 2018 -15 JanuaryFunny
Hilarious phone-calls to RSPCA released
The RSPCA receives one call every 27 seconds from animal-lovers concerned for a pet or wild animal. When emergency calls come into the RSPCA’s national control centre, specially-trained staff must quickly determine whether RSPCA officers are able to help or whether other advice or agencies are better placed to assist.…
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Dec- 2017 -20 DecemberPet Owners
Brits invest up to £25k over their dog’s lifetime
New research has uncovered the true cost of owning a dog, with some of the UK’s most popular breeds coming in at an eye watering £3,907.60 a year, or £25,849.33 across a dog’s lifetime. The findings also reveal how the nation is significantly underestimating these costs, with prospective dog owners…
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7 DecemberCurrent Affairs
HGV driver swaps lorries for leads
An animal loving heavy goods vehicle driver is the latest new franchisee to join business, The Dog Walker. After more than 11 years as an HGV driver, Halifax-man Nigel Wilson is set to take over the Queensbury franchise from long-standing franchisee Mark Whittaker. Mark established the franchise of the award-winning…
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Nov- 2017 -20 NovemberCurrent Affairs
Bricks and mortar stores increase as internet sales slow
A growing number of formerly ‘pure-play’ online retailers are taking physical stores as the rate of internet sales growth looks set to slow during the next few years. New research from Colliers International shows that by 2021, the rate of growth in e-commerce sales is expected to decline from the…
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Oct- 2017 -25 OctoberEvents
BETA International confirms celebrity guests
Well known equestrian and country personalities will be attending BETA International in 2018. The trade fair for equestrian, country clothing, outdoor and pet products takes place from 21 to 23 January at the NEC, Birmingham. In 2018, the show will welcome eventing rider, William Fox-Pitt, and television personality, Amanda Owen, the…
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18 OctoberCurrent Affairs
Mars Petcare’s Birstall factory celebrates 30th anniversary
Mars Petcare’s Birstall factory, near Leeds, is celebrating its 30th anniversary. The site has been making pet care and treats products – including Pedigree® and Dreamies™ – since 1987. Over the last 30 years, the Birstall site has produced 40,000 tonnes of pet food products and provided jobs for multiple…
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16 OctoberCurrent 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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4 OctoberProducts
Pet bed manufacturer supports independent retailers
Eurostitch Ltd has shown its support for the independent pet trade in the UK. The West Yorkshire-based manufacturer of the Lucky Pet bed range has invested in a new website. Pet owners can place an online order for a Lucky Pet product which can then be collected from their local pet…
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Sep- 2017 -12 SeptemberCurrent Affairs
Cash still reigns supreme
As the nation gets set to embrace the new style £10 notes, new research from Mintel reveals cash is king for the majority of Brits, as today, just a third (33 percent) of consumers say they would be comfortable with a cashless society. Mintel research confirms most Brits are reluctant to…
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12 SeptemberCurrent Affairs
FSB Small Business Awards open for entries
The FSB Celebrating Small Business Awards 2018 are now open for entries. The awards will celebrate the best of the UK’s 5.5 million small businesses and their vast contribution to both regional and national economies. With 12 different award categories to enter, a series of 12 area award ceremonies will be held…
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