The London Pet Show 2013 is set for its biggest year to date with exhibition space increased by nearly 40%, attracting repeat sponsorship from big names including Burgess Pet Care and Royal Canin.

For the third year running, exhibition organisers QD Events Ltd has increased floor space at Earls Court Two to 11,400 sqm.

“Following the success of the last two events, we are working hard with all our partners developing our show to ensure it delivers the right visitors for our sponsors and exhibitors. We want to make it the strongest show ever," said show director Nicole Cooper.

The show launched in 2011 at Olympia but outgrew the hall in its inaugural year. In 2012, a move to Earls Court Two increased floor space by an additional 50%.

Next year's event will take place at Earls Court Two on 11-12 May and organisers are confident that the increased space, new features and promotions will help smash previous visitor numbers.

The event attracted over 16,000 pet lovers this year, beating its original target of 15,000 visitors and up 18% on 2011 when 13,640 visitors attended. Organisers are expecting 18,000 visitors in 2013.