1974
FC Collards Ltd. is founded by Frederick Collard.
About Us
Founded in 1974, Kennelpak, our family-founded business runs both wholesale and distribution within the pet sector. Suppling our own brand products, as well as global partnership brands within the UK.
Wholesale &
Distribution
Here at Kennelpak we are not just simply wholesalers. Our dedicated team offer a range of services from contract packing through to UK distribution and marketing for partnership brands.
Find out moreOur Values
Our Vision
To be the trusted pet specialist for pets, their parents and our partners.
Our Mission
To nourish pets with love, care and nutrition enabling them to live their best lives.
Our Values
Integrity, respect, courage, passion.
Our History
1981
Kennelpak Ltd is formed by Frederick Collard and David Constance.
1983
The first Kennelgate pet store is opened in Leicester.
1996
Kennelgate expanded with two more pet stores in Shrewsbury and Wollaton.
2005
The purpose built distribution centre is opened in Stapleford.
2010
Collards own brand pet food is launched.
2017
YAKERS dog chew & occupier is launched.
2020
Kennelgate is re-branded to Pets & Friends.