United Kingdom

Focus

United Kingdom

Capital: London | Area: 245 000 km² |
Population (2020): 67.0 mio | GDP (2020): € 2 179.8 bn

PATS Telford to grow much bigger from 2024

The two PATS exhibitions merge into one

The organisers of PATS, the UK’s national pet industry event, have announced the launch of a three-day exhibition to take place at the Telford International Centre in 2024. The new event, to be staged on Sunday 29 …

Events19. September 2023

Retail in UK

The Range buys Wilko brands

Following the collapse of the UK households goods chain Wilko, it has been reported that competitor The Range is to acquire the Wilko brand for GBP 5 mi…

Distribution14. September 2023

Feeding guinea pigs

Supreme Petfood hosting a free webinar

At 4 pm (British time) on 26 September, Supreme Petfoods and Companion Consultancy are to host a free webinar entitled “Food for Life; …

Suppliers14. September 2023

Accelerating Q1 performance

Jollyes reports 33.6 per cent increase in sales

The UK store chain Jollyes has reported that the company achieved its best first-quarter results to date in the 13 weeks to 27 Augus…

Distribution7. September 2023

Pets Corner owner buys into Cats & Dogs

Pet Family invests in Belgian pet store chain

Pet Family, owner of the UK pet supplies chain Pets Corner, has acquired a 30 per cent share in Cats & Dogs. The latter is a …

Distribution31. August 2023

Halti wins prestigious World Branding Award

Company of Animals triumphs

The British company, Company of Animals, is proud to announce its momentous achievement in securing the esteemed World Branding Award for its flagship …

Suppliers8. August 2023

Luxury pet firm expands

Pet Hamper expands by opening its first store

British company Pet Hamper sells high-end goodies for cats and dogs. “Following months of research, design and DIY, the new home of …

Distribution1. August 2023

1-2 October

Pats Telford set to be biggest yet with 250 exhibitors

More than 250 pet companies and brands have signed up to exhibit at Pats Telford on 1-2 October. “Suppliers and manufacturers…

Events20. July 2023

Podium Pet Products welcomed by King Charles

Carina Evans at Buckingham Palace reception

Carina Evans, CEO of Podium Pet Products, was welcomed by King Charles at a Buckingham Palace reception to mark the company’s …

Suppliers18. July 2023

PPM Retailer Recommended Awards

Supreme Petfoods celebrates double victory

British manufacturer Supreme Petfoods has announced its success at the PPM Retailer Recommended Awards 2023. The company is the recipient…

Suppliers4. July 2023

Consumer prices rise by 8.7 per cent

UK inflation remains high

To the surprise of analysts, inflation in the UK did not fall in May. On the contrary, consumer prices as a whole increased as in April by 8.7 per cent …

Distribution22. June 2023

Record annual results

Jollyes reports strong growth

The UK store chain Jollyes has reported that sales in fiscal 2023 (up to 29 May 2023) increased by 33 per cent to GBP 115 mio (previous year: GBP 87 …

Distribution13. June 2023

Recycling polyethylene films

Coveris opens Re-Cover recycling plant

In Louth in the UK, packaging manufacturer Coveris has opened a new Re-Cover recycling plant. It aims to set new standards for recycling …

Suppliers13. June 2023

Sustainability and ESG management

Grub Club receives Impact Here Award

Futureplus, a platform for sustainability and ESG management and reporting, and Outernet have announced sustainability-focused UK pet food m…

Suppliers1. June 2023

PetQuip

Susan Fairley succeeds Pat Flynn

Susan Fairley has been appointed new manager of the UK trade association for Gardenex, Petquip and the Commercial Horticultural Association (CHA). …

Suppliers30. May 2023

Preliminary results for fiscal 2023

Pets at Home increases sales by 6.6 per cent

The UK retailer Pets at Home has released preliminary figures for fiscal 2023, which ended on 30 March 2023. According to these, the …

Distribution30. May 2023

New feature at UK’s leading B2B pet fair

New Starter Zone at PATS Telford

Pet start-up companies are being given the chance to showcase their products in front of retailers and buyers at the UK’s pet industry …

Events18. May 2023

Telford shows cancelled

Aqua 2023 and Water Alive called off

OATA Impact Exhibitions and OATA have made the joint decision to cancel the Aqua 2023 show and consumer event Water Alive, originally planned …

Events9. May 2023

Great Value advertising

Supreme launches new campaign

Supreme Petfoods has announced the launch of its new Great Value consumer advertising campaign, aimed at raising brand awareness around the …

Suppliers9. May 2023

Launch on 20 April

Pets at Home unveils new brand identity

The leading UK pet store chain Pets at Home has relaunched with a new brand identity and advertising campaign. This is intended to unite all…

Distribution27. April 2023

International retail performance

Podium Pet Products receives the King's Award for Enterprise

The UK pet company Podium Pet Products is one of the first companies to receive the King's Award for Enterprise 2023 …

Suppliers25. April 2023

Number 1 seller of own-brand pet food

Aldi dominates the UK pet food market

The discount chain Aldi has become the number 1 seller of own-brand pet food in the UK, according to the newsletter of the PLMA association. …

Distribution13. April 2023

Pats Sandown

Successful spring show

The UK pet trade show Pats in Sandown on 26 and 27 March was attended by 150 companies and brands. The organisers report great success along with satisfied …

Events4. April 2023

26-27 March

High expectations at Pats Sandown

The British trade show Pats Sandown on 26-27 March will welcome more than 150 brands, including Beco, Flexi, Su-Bridge, James & Steel, Acana …

Events14. March 2023

International Women’s Day

Podium Pet Products gives support to charity

The UK-based pet supplies company Podium Pet Products, an international specialist in natural pet products, celebrated yesterday’s …

Suppliers9. March 2023

Addition to Aqua Telford in October

Twin shows for the aquatics segment

The Aqua show will once again take place in Telford in the UK from 12 to 14 October. Among players in the sector it has long been hailed as the …

Events7. March 2023

Date set for 7 and 8 June

New UK pet conference

The UK’s Pet Industry Federation (PIF) has launched a completely new event. Entitled “The Business of Pets”, it is a two-day conference designed to help…

Suppliers28. February 2023

Fleischeslust now also present in England

Seitz expands its distribution network

The Seitz Group has added the UK distributor BSB Products in Reigate, south of London, to its distribution network for Fleischeslust products…

Suppliers14. February 2023

Interim report

Evidence on the welfare of exotic pets in Scotland

An interim report on exotic pets in Scotland, funded by the Scottish Animal Welfare Commission, outlined concerns about the …

Suppliers7. February 2023

Q3 FY22 trading statement

Pets at Home upgrades its profits forecast

The Pets at Home Group, the UK’s leading pet products retailer, has published a trading update for the 12-week period up to 5 January…

Distribution2. February 2023

Founder of Bruce’s Doggy Day Care

Bruce Casalis appointed chair of PIF

The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) has announced Bruce Casalis as its new chair. Founder of Bruce’s Doggy Day Care (www.bruces.dog) in 2008, …

Distribution19. January 2023

RSPCA interview on BBC

25 per cent increase in pets being abandoned in UK

The number of abandoned pets in the UK increased by 25 per cent to 22 908 between January and July this year, compared with the …

Distribution15. December 2022

Study on the carbon footprint of pet food

Omni criticises BBC report

Dry pet food based on kibble is responsible for seven times fewer carbon emissions compared with wet food or fresh home-made food. Animal proteins such …

Suppliers13. December 2022

National Pet College in the UK

Courses for the hospitality industry

The UK’s National Pet College is targeting the hospitality industry with a new course, highlighting the benefits of becoming dog-friendly. This…

Distribution13. December 2022

Half-yearly figures published

Pets at Home increases sales through all channels

The UK pet store chain Pets at Home has released its half-yearly figures for the 28-week period up to 13 October. These show that …

Suppliers24. November 2022

Presentation of PIF Awards

Outstanding firms in the United Kingdom

The presentation of the UK’s Pet Industry Federation (PIF) awards in 20 categories on 22 November attracted considerable interest. Wooden …

Distribution24. November 2022

United Kingdom

PFMA becomes UK Pet Food

The Pet Food Manufacturers Association (PFMA) in the United Kingdom has been renamed UK Pet Food. Accounting for 90 per cent of British manufacturers, UK …

Suppliers10. November 2022

Great British Entrepreneur Awards 2022

Carina Evans chosen as a finalist

Carina Evans, founder and proprietor of Podium Pet Products in the United Kingdom, has been chosen as a finalist in the Great British Entrepreneur…

Suppliers8. November 2022

Record-breaking attendance

2 185 retailers and buyers at Pats Telford

The latest Pats show has broken all records, with the two-day show at Telford in Shropshire recording its highest-ever attendance figures…

Events6. October 2022

10th International Petquip Awards

Podium Pet Products wins gold and silver awards

At the 10th International Petquip Awards, the British company Podium Pet Products won gold in the category for Green & Organic …

Suppliers4. October 2022

New Product Showcase

Pats Telford recognises new products

At the British trade fair Pats in Telford, a team of independent retailers and retail experts decided on the awards for new products. They had …

Events27. September 2022

JR Pet Products in United Kingdom

Big fire destroys warehouses and goods

A major fire has completely destroyed two warehouses belonging to the UK treat manufacturer JR Pet Products in Llandovery (Wales). Around 900…

Distribution27. September 2022

United Kingdom

Pet Industry Federation launches new website

The British Pet Industry Federation (PIF) has launched a completely revamped website, packed full of useful industry information and …

News16. August 2022

Pets at Home

“Our performance has been noteworthy”

The UK-based retailer Pets at Home increased its overall group sales in fiscal 2022 by 15.3 per cent to GBP 1.317 bn (approx. 1.547 bn euros).

Distribution3/2022

United Kingdom

Jollyes acquires Penparc Pet Centres

The British pet retailer Jollyes has announced the acquisition of Penparc Pet Centre Group. The company bought the five stores in Cannock, …

Distribution7. July 2022

United Kingdom

PIF export scheme moves to trial phase

Following several months of due diligence, the Pet Industry Federation’s export scheme is now ready to move to a trial phase.The Pet Industry…

Suppliers5. July 2022

UK hub

Trixie opens distribution centre for treats

On 1 June, Trixie opened a distribution centre in the UK for treats. As of 15 June, treats are being dispatched to UK pet stores …

Suppliers16. June 2022

Interim results

Pets at Home reports strong growth

The UK retail group Pets at Home has released its interim results for the 2022 financial year, which ended on 31 March. These show that overall …

Distribution31. May 2022

25 and 26 September

High expectations for Pats Telford

The last Pats pet trade show in the UK in Sandown, the 25th edition, was held earlier this year and attracted 1 794 visitors. It was hailed as a …

Events19. May 2022

Pet salon management software

PIF partners with Tuft

The UK-based Pet Industry Federation (PIF) has announced a new partnership with pet salon management software Tuft. This company enables salon owners to …

Distribution17. May 2022

Pats Sandown

Jubilee in Sandown

It was smiles all round at Pats Sandown as retailers and suppliers got the chance to meet face-to-face at the UK’s spring pet industry show for the first time in…

Events2/2022

Alpha Pet Ventures

Alpha Pet acquires Arden Grange

Alpha Pet Ventures, a leading technology-driven brand platform for premium pet food based in Munich (brands including Wolfsblut and Wildes …

Suppliers2/2022

Pet population in the United Kingdom

13 mio dogs and 12 mio cats

The UK's Pet Food Manufacturers' Association (PFMA) has unveiled its Top Ten pet chart with over six in ten households (62 per cent) owning some kind of…

News5. May 2022

Survey of Omni customers

"Vegan dog food is healthier than meat diets"

The British pet food manufacturer Omni specialises in vegan dog food. It has reported on the provisional results of a survey of nearly…

News19. April 2022

Focus on premium pet food

Alpha Pet acquires Arden Grange

Alpha Pet Ventures, a leading technology-driven brand platform for premium pet food based in Munich, Germany, has acquired UK-based premium pet food…

News17. February 2022

Supplier to the Scottish Football Association

Urban Pup.com makes it dance

The British fashion specialist for dogs, Urban Pup.com, has been appointed official supplier to the Scottish Football Association to supply a range of…

News13. January 2022

United Kingdom

PIF announces next Virtual Petindex

The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) has announced the launch of the fourth edition of its online trade show, Virtual Petindex (VPI). The trade …

News2. December 2021

Return to normality

Over 190 exhibitors at PATS Telford

After the lockdowns during the coronavirus pandemic, normality is gradually returning to the UK pet supplies sector. PATS Telford, held close to…

News30. September 2021

Plans for expansion

Jollyes plans 20 store openings

British pet store chain Jollyes is currently running almost 70 stores and is looking to open 20 new branches over the next 18 months, several …

News14. September 2021

Head of corporate affairs

Royal Canin appoints Miriam Zabiega

Miriam Zabiega has been appointed as corporate affairs director for Royal Canin UK and Ireland. She joins the UK and Ireland leadership team and…

News9. September 2021

Potential impact of “pingdemic”

Online retail sales plummet in UK

Online retail sales have continued to plummet for the third month in a row, according to analysts at IMRG and Capgemini. They report that UK …

News24. August 2021

Industry Awards 2021

PetQuip announces finalists

The UK pet association PetQuip has announced the finalists for the next PetQuip Industry Awards. A list of 106 finalists was drawn up from a record …

News12. August 2021

United Kingdom

New headquarters for Pet Place

Retail business Pet Place, which recently celebrated its 50th anniversary, has opened new headquarters following a pandemic sales boom.The company - …

News27. July 2021

Many new exhibitors

Great confidence for Pats Telford

Pats Telford is to be held in three halls at Telford International Centre on 26 and 27 September, rather than the previous two. Organisers report …

News15. July 2021

United Kingdom & Ireland

Scruffs expands its exclusive range

Scruffs, a Manchester-based pet bedding and accessory company, has announced a new UK distribution partnership with District 70 Dog & Cat B…

News17. June 2021

United Kingdom

Vital Pet Group distributes Yarrah

Vital Pet Group has become the exclusive distributor of the pet food range Yarrah.In partnership with Vital, Yarrah has developed a programme of …

News10. June 2021

Trixie UK Pet Products

Trixie establishes a subsidiary in the United Kingdom

The situation in the last few months following the Brexit agreement has brought changes and challenges for many companies. …

News11. May 2021

United Kingdom

How much people spend on their pets

More than half (51 per cent) of the UK population has a pet, with some people spending over 3 500 GBP a year on their animals, according to a …

News30. March 2021

United Kingdom

Virtual Petindex reports successful live days

Two successful live days at Virtual Petindex (VPI) took place on 16-17 March to provide an opportunity for exhibitors to showcase new …

News25. March 2021

United Kingdom

PFMA releases latest pet population data

The British Pet Food Manufacturers Association (PFMA) has released its annual pet population data, confirming that 3.2 mio households in …

News18. March 2021

United Kingdom

Virtual Petindex opens today

The UK's virtual pet trade show gets underway today, 16 March. Nearly 3 000 visitors have registered to attend the event, which runs until 30 March. …

News16. March 2021

United Kingdom

Scampers joins Pets Corner group

Scampers Natural Pet Store in Cambridgeshire is to become part of the Pets Corner group, according to online news service Petbusinessworld.co.uk. …

News11. March 2021

Garden centres

Blue Diamond is building new outlets

The UK-based garden centre chain Blue Diamond Group has announced that it aims to build two brand new garden centres in 2021. The developments …

News23. February 2021

United Kingdom

Brexit and the pet sector

The United Kingdom ceased to be part of the EU internal market and customs union on 1 January 2021. The realisation of Brexit has also had an impact on …

Distribution1/2021

United Kingdom

Pets at Home builds new distribution centre

Pets at Home is investing GBP 48 mio in the construction of a new warehouse and distribution centre. It is scheduled to open next year …

News28. January 2021

Vafo and Pooch & Mutt

Investment deal in the UK

The UK pet food manufacturer Pooch & Mutt has received strategic investment from its long-time manufacturing partner, the Vafo Group, in a …

News26. January 2021

Trading statement

Pets at Home grows by 18 per cent

In the third quarter of its fiscal 2021, spanning the period from 9 October to 31 December, the leading UK pet chain Pets at Home increased its …

News21. January 2021

Resource-Efficient Pack Of The Year

Award for Company of Animals

The Company of Animals is the winner of "Resource-Efficient Pack Of The Year" by UK Packaging Awards 2020 in collaboration with Design …

News15. December 2020

10 years of Rabbit Awareness Week

Rabbits in the UK have never been better off than today

Research from the PDSA Animal Wellbeing (PAW) Report - the largest and most comprehensive report into the UK's pets - has …

News15. December 2020

Interim results

Pets at Home reports 5.1 per cent growth

The British pet store chain Pets at Home has reported its interim results for the first half of fiscal 2021, which covers the 28-week …

News24. November 2020

New pet owners in UK

PFMA confirms rise in pet acquisition during lockdown

The British Pet Food Manufacturers Association has released its Covid-19 Pet Survey and confirms a staggering rise in pet …

News8. October 2020

11-12 May

New dates for Pats Sandown announced

Organisers of Pats Sandown have announced the show will be moving to a new date in 2021. The two-day pet industry exhibition will now be held …

News6. October 2020

Awards

PetQuip announces the winners

Following six months of turmoil caused by the coronavirus pandemic, the UK pet industry can finally celebrate the announcement of the 2020 PetQuip …

News6. October 2020

11 and 12 October

Virtual Petindex is open for registrations

The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) has announced that Virtual Petindex (VPI), the UK pet industry's virtual trade show, is now open for …

News8. September 2020

United Kingdom

Numerous bookings for Pats Sandown

Nearly 70 companies have booked their stand space for the British pet trade fair Pats Sandown, which is planned for 14 and 15 February 2021 The …

News1. September 2020

Pats Telford Forum

New initiative from England

The organiser of the UK trade show Pats is launching a new initiative for manufacturers to inform retailers at home and abroad about their latest …

News20. August 2020

Pet Insight Vanguard Award

Grooming award for Pure and Natural Pet

Pure and Natural Pet has won the prestigious Pet Insight Vanguard Award for Grooming. The award recognises leaders in the pet industry who …

News9. July 2020

UK pet market

Spike in sales of dog grooming products

The availability of dog groomers in the UK has been severely limited due to Covid-19, which has obviously had a significant impact on the …

News18. June 2020

Survey in UK

Strong wild bird food market

The feeding of wild birds is very popular in the UK. 41 per cent of people who have outdoor space at home engage in feeding wild birds, according to a …

News5. May 2020

Increased demand

Petshop.co.uk triples its workforce

One of the UK's biggest online pet supplies retailers, Petshop.co.uk, has tripled its staff to cope with growing demand from pet owners across …

News30. April 2020

Ireland

Royal Canin appoints new market director

Simon Dunne has been appointed market director for the Irish division of Royal Canin UK & Ireland. He will be part of the UK and …

News13. February 2020

New research

UK tops poll of pet-loving Europeans

The UK is the most pet-loving nation in Europe, according to new research. The survey, by Agria Pet Insurance, examined the feelings of pet …

News4. February 2020

United Kingdom

Sainsbury’s trials in-store Pet Hubs

20 Sainsbury's stores have rolled out the Pet Hubs pilot, with more on the way if successful. The new Pet Hubs amenity will offer customers a …

News19. December 2019

United Kingdom

Pets Choice acquires Bob Martin Healthcare factory

Pets Choice has announced the purchase of the Bob Martin Healthcare factory, assets and goodwill after Bob Martin (UK) Ltd …

News3. December 2019

United Kingdom

High expectations of PATS in Sandown

The PATS spring trade show will take place in Sandown, Surrey, on 9 and 10 February 2020. Nearly 2 000 visitors attended the last event in …

News26. November 2019

Head of sales

Chris Johnson joins Scruffs

Pet bed manufacturer Scruffs has recently appointed a new head of sales to cover the UK & Ireland market.Chris Johnson joins the team to oversee all…

News5. September 2019

Personality

Mars Petcare UK announces new general manager

Mars Petcare UK has announced Helen Warren-Piper's appointment as general manager. She was the Mars Petcare UK sales director, …

News11. June 2019

Brexit

Trouw Nutrition plans ahead

Trouw Nutrition has received certification from the British customs authorities of its status as an Authorised Economic Operator Full (abbreviated: …

News5. April 2019

Awareness Week

Vaccinating rabbits against RVHD2

British animal welfare organisations and veterinary bodies are currently asking rabbit owners to have their pets vaccinated against RVHD2. The …

News5. April 2019

Nightmare Brexit

Scarcely any topic unsettles and divides people as much as Great Britain's exit from the EU. "Nobody can actually say anything yet, because nobody knows …

News26. March 2019