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Jollyes Pets has delivered strong growth during its full financial year to 31 May 2026 and is laying out a plan to double the number of stores over the next five years. Over the 12-month period, 14 new stores helped Jollyes deliver total revenue growth of 8.7% as sales hit £169m with transactions rising by 7%...

Ceva puts strategic focus on the United States

Ceva Animal Health appoints Laura Correro as Senior Vice President for Companion Animals franchise and relocates Executive Vice President Jean-Marcel Ciet to the United States to spearhead the group's strategic push in one of the world's most dynamic pet healthcare markets...

Pet Remedy donates towards support for rescue animals

Some of Africa's hardest-working rescue conservation dogs are receiving specialist emotional wellbeing support thanks to a new partnership between Dogs4Wildlife and Pet Remedy...

‘Disruptive’ brand enters UK raw pet food sector

RAWR, a disruptive new freeze-dried pet nutrition brand, has officially launched in the UK, built on a simple collective belief: pets deserve radically better than ultra-processed junk food...

Pet-tech accelerator opens applications for start-ups shaping the future of pet care

Purina has opened applications for the eighth edition of Unleashed by Purina, its accelerator programme for pet-tech and pet care start-ups developing new, practical solutions for veterinary professionals and pet owners...

Entering pet industry awards could prove a smart move

Public relations consultant Angela Baker has urged pet brands to consider entering pet industry awards, claiming it is one of the smartest moves a business can make...

Elanco launches new oral treatment for cats

Pet health innovator Elanco Animal Health has announced the UK launch of a new treatment to manage feline chronic kidney disease (CKD) anaemia...

Launch of new pet show in Turkey from 2028

Zoomark and Petzoo Eurasia strengthen their alliance and announce the launch of a new pet show in Turkey from 2028...

Jollyes set to open its 124th store in UK

Award-winning pet retailer Jollyes Pets will be rolling out its red carpet at the opening of its 124th store at Wyvern Retail Park in Derby tomorrow (Friday 10 July)...

Travall launches new crash tested dog crate

A new crash tested dog crate made by Travall has launched this month, offering dog owners certified standard to ensure a pet is safe in the car. It’s priced £289.99 compared to similar crates by other brands costing £500-plus...

Supreme Petfoods launches £2,000 Selective Vet Grant

Supreme Petfoods has launched a new £2,000 Selective Vet Grant aimed at supporting veterinary professionals passionate about improving rabbit and exotic pet care within practice...

Burgess responds to calls for mandatory rabbit training

Following Labour MS Mike Hedges' call for prospective rabbit owners to complete a training course before being allowed to own a rabbit, Burgess Pet Care has issued a response…

Health monitors and anti-theft trackers top the list of technology for UK pet owners

A survey of 1,000 UK dog and cat owners by pet insurer Petplan reveals how owners are using tech to care for their pets today – and the innovations they most want to see in the future...

Trusted brand advises on why it’s important to continue to feed garden birds in Summer

As a trusted voice in wild bird care, Honeyfields is supporting retailers in encouraging bird lovers to take a consistent approach to feeding garden birds throughout the summer months...

Warning for dog owners during National Ice Cream Month

As July marks National Ice Cream Month, award‑winning Dorset gelato manufacturer Baboo Gelato is reminding dog owners that not all ice creams are safe for pets...

Baboo Gelato is the creator of the award‑winning dog frozen treat Doggy Doggy Yum Yum.

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Murder accused in court after pet shop owner killed

Tributes have poured in following the death of pet shop owner Barbara Mullarney, who was killed in a two-car crash. The other driver involved, a man aged 43, has appeared in court charged with murder...

OFI launches Global Marine Aquarium Trade Dialogue

Ornamental Fish International, in collaboration with Aquafauna Biosystems, has launched the Global Marine Aquarium Trade Dialogue 2026, a new international online forum dedicated to fostering open, evidence-based discussions on the future of the marine aquarium trade...

Another heatwave, same risk, warns vet

Vet warns owners not to get complacent over heatstroke risk...

The Cat Show Live announces expansion into Excel London

Following two (soon to be three) successful years at the NEC Birmingham, The Cat Show Live announces its first London event and is inviting brands and strategic partners to be part of this exciting new chapter...

Top 10 motorway services for dog walks

A new Top 10 list, compiled by Select Car Leasing with help from online guide Motorway Services Online, has revealed the truly ‘dog friendly’ motorway pit stops worth building into your journey if you’ve got Fido in tow...

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...

Burgess acquires German brand to accelerate global expansion

Burgess Pet Care has acquired German small animal nutrition brand, Bunny Nature. The move marks a significant step forward in Burgess’ global growth strategy that will see the group increase its international revenues five-fold to £12.5m.

Naturaw to triple production thanks to six-figure funding

West Yorkshire raw dog food company Naturaw has secured a six-figure funding boost from Allica Bank to help triple production of its award-winning range...

Flea treatment restrictions would hit lower-income pet owners hardest

Independent polling of 2,001 UK pet owners, commissioned by Johnson's Veterinary Products, shows that support for reclassification of over-the-counter (OTC) spot-on flea & tick treatments rises sharply with household income, while lower earners are more likely to stop treatment, seek alternatives, or reduce visits to local pet shops...

See all the new product launches at PATS 2026

PATS 2026, being staged at the NEC Birmingham on 27-29 September, will be the only place this year where retailers and buyers can discover all the latest pet and aquatics products launched onto the UK market...

Fresh dog food brand secures growth investment

Pet nutrition brand Years has secured growth investment from Verlinvest and Five Seasons Ventures, two leading consumer investors with deep pet sector expertise...