Why Supporting British Pet Brands Helps More Than You Think

Thinking about supporting a British pet brand?
Buying from local makers like Petiquette helps support traditional skills, reduces waste, and gives you a collar that’s crafted with care — right here in the UK. It’s not just about where it’s made, but how it’s made — and the difference shows in every detail.

Here’s how choosing a British-made dog collar can make a bigger difference than you might expect.

1. Keep Your Money Local — Support British Jobs and Craft

When you buy from a British maker, more of your money stays right here in the UK. That means you’re supporting skilled jobs, local suppliers, and independent businesses — not just contributing to a global supply chain.

Every collar we make is crafted in our Northumberland workshop, using premium Italian leather and durable hardware. It’s made-to-order, with no middlemen or mass production — just a small team who love what they do.

Curious how it all comes together? Take a peek inside the workshop and see how our collars are made.

2. Buy From People Who Actually Care

Behind every Petiquette collar is someone who genuinely cares how it turns out. There’s no conveyor belt, no faceless factory — just a handful of hands, carefully making something just for your dog.

We’re always here to help with sizing advice, colour choices, or custom requests. Whether you’re buying your first collar or adding another to your collection, we make it a personal experience — because that’s how we’d want it to feel too.

Learn more about Petiquette and the people behind the brand.

3. Expect Better Quality and Attention to Detail

Smaller-scale production means we’re able to focus on getting the details right — not just making things fast. From your choice of leather and lining colours to how the edges are smoothed and finished, we take the time to make sure every collar looks and feels just right.

You’ll notice it the moment you open the box. The leather feels soft but strong, the hardware is sturdy, and the overall finish is something you won’t find in a high street collar.

Want to know how it compares? Here’s why British dog collars are worth it.

4. Get More Choice, Less Waste With Made-to-Order Collars

Because every collar is made just for you, there’s no surplus stock, and no waste from unsold designs. But the real benefit? You’re not limited to whatever’s left in a warehouse.

At Petiquette, you choose the size, colour, width, and extras. Want a bold red collar with a soft blue lining? Prefer something sparkly or something simple? You get to decide — and we’ll make it from scratch.

Explore our full collection of leather dog collars to start designing yours.

5. Help Keep Traditional Leathercraft Skills Alive

While big retailers are all about speed and quantity, smaller British brands focus more on how things are made. At Petiquette, that means every collar is carefully crafted from start to finish in our Northumberland workshop — no conveyor belts, no mass production.

It’s not just about the end product, either. Supporting British makers helps preserve traditional skills like leatherwork, hand-finishing, and small-batch production. If that sort of attention to detail matters to you, here are seven great reasons to choose a British-made dog collar next time you’re shopping.

6. Small Decisions That Actually Make a Big Difference

It might feel like a tiny purchase — just one collar — but it adds up. Every time someone chooses to support a British brand over a mass-market one, it strengthens that brand’s ability to keep doing what they do best.

We’ve been making dog collars since 2009 thanks to loyal customers who believe in what we do. Your support allows us to keep improving, expanding, and creating collars your dogs love to wear.

Find out what makes a British dog collar different.

Want to Know More About British Dog Collars?

We’ve been handcrafting leather dog collars in Northumberland since 2009, with thousands of happy dogs (and their owners) around the world. If you’re curious about what goes into our collars, or want to understand what sets British-made apart, our blog is a great place to start.

Browse more helpful posts, or explore our full range of British-made dog collars and see the difference for yourself.

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