United Kingdom
Analysis: European pet retailers turn to discounts to retain cautious consumers
New data suggest a surge in deal-seeking behavior, with 37% of shoppers actively researching promotions before making a purchase.
Data: The UK gains half a million new pets in 2 years
In 2026, the pet population stands at 36.5 million, with cats and dogs continuing to drive growth.
Europe’s largest cultivated meat facility to start operations in 2027
Meatly aims to accelerate commercial production in the UK after becoming the first approved to sell cultivated pet food in the country.
CapEx deep dive (II): pet retail investment shifts from expansion to optimization
From the UK to the US and Brazil, Pets at Home, Petco and Petz-Cobasi are recalibrating investment strategies after years of infrastructure-heavy spending.
Inflation snapshot: prices accelerate in the US and UK amid energy cost shocks
March data highlights a global uptick in pet supplies, driven by fuel costs linked to geopolitical tensions.
Sponsored by Naturediet Pet Foods
Sponsored by Naturediet Pet Foods
Why brands are turning to Naturediet to manufacture next-generation wet dog food
The UK's only wet dog food tetra carton manufacturer combines 50 years of expertise with scalable, clean-label innovation.
Tracking key trends in the pet accessories market
A new survey finds that most pet parents buy these kinds of items a few times a year, with spending shaped by changing budgets and shifting shopping habits.
Sponsored by Symply Group UK
Sponsored by Symply Group UK
Five premium brands, one strategic partner
How Symply Group is helping pet retailers strengthen margin and win on differentiation.
Paws for thought
Research shows certain dog breeds, shapes and ages are more prone to overgrown nails, highlighting the need for targeted veterinary guidance and owner education on this aspect of canine wellbeing.
Five years of Brexit: the state of the UK-EU pet food trade
Importing and exporting is still costly and complex for British businesses, but current talks to scrap health certificates and border checks offer a glimmer of hope.









