United Kingdom

How pet parents will shop for their pets this Christmas
A new survey takes the pulse on holiday shopping trends in the UK, including popular categories and average spending.

Financial group Admiral accelerates expansion in pet insurance space
The firm acquired the business from Royal Sun Alliance (RSA) in line with its diversification strategy.

Assisi Pet Care takes over natural pet food brand Burns
The firm aims to grow the brand and expand its European footprint.

2024: an optimistic year for these 2 insect pet food players?
Insect supplier Entobel (Singapore) and insect pet food manufacturer Percuro (UK) share their plans with GlobalPETS.

Is Jollyes up for sale?
Reports suggest the business is for sale, but the British pet retailer hasn’t confirmed.

Analysis: How things will change for pet food imports to the UK from 2024
The country is to introduce a new tax, the biggest change to import regulations since Brexit. GlobalPETS learns how it w

Transitioning the UK grooming industry into maturity: is it time?
The sector is booming, but the lack of regulation regarding groomer qualifications and licenses needs to be tackled.<

Consumer preferences in the booming grooming sector
How frequently do owners take their dogs to the groomer? What do they value most when choosing a professional? How do

Alternative pet diets: who's trying them and why?
A new survey reveals the level of acceptance of nutrition trends like BARF and homemade pet food among pet parents in

These are the winners of the PIF 2023 awards
The UK’s Pet Industry Federation (PIF) recognized pet businesses in different categories.

The Pack becomes the EU’s first plant-based pet food firm to be B Corp certified
The British start-up shares its plans with GlobalPETS to expand its product portfolio and enter the EU.

Behind the rise of the UK’s reptile pet population
British households owning a reptile increased by 1.6% in a year. Herpetologist John Courteney-Smith shares exclusive

Tesco to launch online marketplace, including pet food
UK’s biggest supermarket chain will offer third-party products on its e-commerce platform.

What factors are influencing the online spending habits of pet owners in the UK?
Cost of delivery is the most important factor, with 6 out of 10 owners preferring free delivery purchases.

Assisi Pet Care gets snapped up by US PE firm
Wind Point Partners values the attractiveness of the British manufacturer in the natural pet food and treat segment.<

Latest round of investments in vet telehealth
The sector is performing well as proven in recent funding rounds closed by players in the US and UK.

EQT seals acquisition of Australian vet care provider for $1.4 billion
The Swedish equity firm also acquired British pharma firm Dechra earlier in the year.

Pet Family acquires UK’s pet retailer Astrapet
The company will incorporate Astrapet’s 4 shops into its existing portfolio.

Kormotech launches venture arm to help pet care companies seeking investment
The Ukrainian pet food manufacturer plans to allocate up to $300,000 to fund innovative projects across Europe and th

A lower VAT rate to tackle price spikes?
The industry is calling for a temporary solution to inflationary pressure, while experts examine whether end consumer