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Sammie Hunt, the owner of award-winning Redpaw Pet Supplies in Devon, has admitted the move to a larger store has proved challenging. But she says the change of location has increased the chances of retail business survival in the current difficult climate...

Behind the scenes at the new store – view the pictures

Aquatic retailers will struggle without extra energy help

Aquatic businesses have not been singled out for extra government help towards energy bills in the new business support package announced this week, with trade association OATA warning it could result in an animal welfare issue...

Star line-up for grooming demos at PATS Sandown

PATS Sandown has lined up a star-studded list of professional groomers for an unmissable series of demonstrations at the UK’s Spring’s Pet Industry Exhibition on 26-27 March 2023...

Pet retail chain gets set to open 85th UK store

Jollyes is putting the finishing touches to a new store – its 85th in the UK – and prepares to open it with an exclusive performance of the ‘Peterborough Pet Proms’.

Pet accessory brand secures listings in big retail outlets

Pawsome Paws Boutique has secured listings at leading retail outlets Pets at Home, John Lewis and Bents Home & Garden following a one-day event called Pet Huddle...

Paleo Ridge offers Essentials range at discounted price

Paleo Ridge's new Essential range will be available at the discounted rate of £1.99 per 500g pack for two weeks this month...

PIF members to benefit from partnership with Dell

Members of the Pet Industry Federation can now enjoy up to 20% discount on laptops, desktops, monitors, and accessories as part of a new partnership between PIF and leading technology provider, Dell Technologies...

Spring Fair puts the spotlight on pets

Spring Fair, the UK's leading wholesale marketplace for home, gift, and fashion, taking place from 5-8 February 2023 at NEC Birmingham, has unveiled an exciting line-up of exhibitors putting the spotlight on products and gifting for our four-legged friends...

Walter Harrison’s introduces new wild bird products

Harrison’s has launched an extension to its Premier Peanuts with its two Peanut Butter jars and one Specialised Feeder...

Homewares show launches dedicated pet cat-egory

INDX Homewares is set to debut a new dedicated pets section at its upcoming show on February 21-22...

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New energy support scheme a 'death slide' for independent retailers

The British Independent Retailers Association has said the government's new Energy Bills Relief Scheme (EBRS) which is replacing the Energy Bills Discount Scheme (EBDS) a 'death slide' for indi retailers...

Pet shop to close after 40 years of trading

A pet shop has been holding the final days of a closing down sale as the owners get set to retire...

The National Pet College given go-ahead for new apprenticeship

The National Pet College has announced that the Level 3, Animal Welfare Manager apprenticeship has been officially approved for development by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education..

Avian specialist to lead informative talk for vets on bird flu outbreak

With the UK in the midst of the largest ever outbreak of avian influenza, one of the country’s leading exotic vet practices is hosting an informative session on how vets can recognise and manage the epidemic in their own clinics...

Six-time winner at Cocker Spaniel Championships

Will Clulee with Polly – FTCH Poolgreen Kizzie -– won the 92nd Cocker Spaniel Championship held at Woodhead Estate, Derbyshire on 6-7January...

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...

Plans to turn former museum into pet shop

Local councillors have been asked to approve plans that would turn a former museum into a new pet shop...

UK pet wellness brand HOWND secures deal to accelerate growth in America

UK pet wellness company HOWND has reached an agreement with Whole Foods Market, an upscale American multinational supermarket chain, which will help to accelerate the brand’s growth in the US...

Pet superstore revamped with new grooming salon

Pets at Home has opened the doors to its new look pet care centre at Horsted Retail Park in Chatham, Kent, offering the ultimate experience for pet owners and their pets, all under one roof...

Mr Bug offers last word in head-turning instore POS

Mr Bug has unveiled its colourful new counter display unit that will be heading out to discerning independent pet stores and nationwide pet food chains, pubs, delis, farm and coffee shops from the beginning of February 2023...

Opportunity to showcase UK pet products in Las Vegas

UK pet product suppliers will get the chance to exhibit at one of the world’s leading trade exhibitions as PetQuip organises its first-ever British Pavilion at SuperZoo in Las Vegas on 16-18 August 2023.