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The UK pet industry was shocked by a national newspaper report that revealed the organiser of London Pet Show Live had vanished and left £200,000 in unpaid bills...

Jollyes opens new superstore in Chesterfield

Award-winning pet retailer Jollyes opened its latest superstore on Saturday (18 October) as it welcomed hundreds of customers and their pets on opening day.

The new store in Chesterfield – the 112th in the Jollyes' portfolio – was opened by Elvis (Lewis Hill), NFRSA retired police dog Bozie Petula known as ‘Bo’ and handler Rachael Pell.

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Hurtta Autumn/Winter Collection 2025 now available from Pedigree Wholesale

The Hurtta Autumn/Winter 2025 Collection has arrived at Pedigree Wholesale, featuring upgraded lines and exciting new additions...

Supreme Petfoods wins top international award

The Science Selective Care Supplements range of functional treats from Supreme Petfoods have been awarded the Animalis Innovation & Design Award in the rodent category at the industry-leading Animal Expo – Animalis Show in Paris...

New research uncovers co-sleeping's impact on owners and pets

A new survey by Petplan has revealed that more than a third of Brits co-sleep with their dog or cat every night – but how does this affect both our own and their wellbeing? Petplan warns how co-sleeping could lead to ‘over-bonding’ and separation anxiety for our pets...

PitPat sponsors record-breaking coastal run

PitPat, the UK’s leading dog GPS and activity tracker brand, has announced its sponsorship of runner Megan Boxall as she attempts to become the fastest woman to run the entire coast of mainland Britain – 200 marathons in 200 days...

Jollyes' 100-plus stores to close on Boxing Day and New Year's Day

Jollyes Pets will close all of its 100-plus stores on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day as a thank you to colleagues for their hard work.

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View the PetQuip Awards 2025 Winners' Special

PetQuip has produced a special digital magazine showcasing all the winners of the PetQuip Awards 2025 and gauging their reaction to picking up such a prestigious honour.

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Guide to keeping pets safe during spooky season

Jollyes has launched a pet safety guide to help keep pets calm, comfortable, and safe during the spooky season and bonfire night...

The best of last edition of Pet Trade Xtra

The top-read stories from last week's Pet Trade Xtra can be seen below, if you missed them...

The PetFellas announces second major distribution partnership

The PetFellas, a new distributor of premium pet products to the independent and wider pet retail sector, has announced its second major distribution partnership – this time with US-based Logical Brands, the creators of the innovative Playology range of dog and cat toys...

My Anxious Dog features on BBC One’s Escape to the Country

My Anxious Dog, the small business helping anxious and reactive dogs get the space they need, has been featured on BBC One’s Escape to the Country – bringing national visibility to the movement supporting 'dogs in yellow'...

PIF launches new courses and key business resources

The Pet Industry Federation has published valuable new content on its website to support pet businesses across the UK. Two new online courses are now live on the PIF Education platform, including ‘How to Make Your Retail Space Stand Out'...

Unique qualification raises standards for pet sellers

Seven licensing officers from across Wales have become the first in the country to achieve the VetSkill VTEC Level 3 Award in the Licensing of Selling Animals as Pets, a new qualification developed by Animal Focused in partnership with Vetskill and Animal Licensing Wales...