PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
18 February 2026
MODIVIS LIMITED ANNOUNCES ACQUISITION OF MOORSIDE PETS AND PLANS EXPANSION OF ITS MOORSIDE RETAIL BRAND
Modivis has officially acquired the well-known local retailed Moorside Pets, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter for pet owners and the rural community across Kirkbymoorside and the surrounding area.
The acquisition ensures continuity for loyal customers while laying the foundations for a broader, more integrated countryside and working animal offering under the Moorside brand.
Moorside will formally open the next phase of the business on the 23rd, with a clear commitment to preserve what the community already values while thoughtfully expanding the range.
Moorside Pets has long been a familiar and trusted name locally. The new ownership has confirmed that the focus will be on evolution, not disruption, maintenance core product lines and customer service which introducing carefully selected new ranges.
Michael Hampton, Director, Modivis said: Moorside pets has been a much-loved part of the local community for many years. Our intention is to respect and build on that legacy while gradually expanding the offer to support working animal owners and rural customers.
We're taking a steady and thoughtful approach, investing for the long term.
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