Features
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May- 2019 -15 May
Competitive vet practices
Over the last few years, the veterinary sector has gone through a number of changes, including many practices now being owned by corporate groups – in 2018 the figure reached 50% of practices. This percentage is predicted to increase to 70% in the next five years. Many health products are…
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7 May
Picture perfect
With all sub-sectors of the market growing fast, it is inevitable that the small but flourishing niche of pet portraiture has grown too. Whether it is photos or paintings being commissioned, pet owners are consistently keen to show off the cuteness of their fluffy companion or have a memento of…
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Apr- 2019 -30 April
Company Q&A – Tomofun
Tomofun, the international pet technology company, launched it Furbo dog camera in the US, before bringing it to the UK in 2016. The gadget allows dog owners to watch and talk with their dog remotely. Additionally treats can be dispensed for good behaviour to strengthen training efforts. With the camera,…
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16 April
Taking the stress out of trends in the pet industry
When you visit trade shows, do you notice that there seems to be an underlying theme? A new “free from” range or a new set of technological advancements that dominates the products on offer? Then a few short months later you start to hear your customers making the same requests.…
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11 April
Vet care consolidation: is the CMA about to intervene?
Rapid consolidation in the UK veterinary care market, with seven major chains now accounting for nearly half of all UK vet practices, has brought with it an increasing risk of intervention by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) as concerns about local market monopolisation start to emerge. This could impact…
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10 April
The Puppy Contract: a case study
Hannah Stenton, a 27-year-old customer experiences manager from Malton, north Yorkshire, has grown up with dogs and classes herself as an experienced dog owner. When she and her partner lost their 18-year-old Border Collie Tessa last year, they decided to look for a new puppy. That’s when a friend recommended…
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Mar- 2019 -18 March
Does your business need to adapt?
In the spirit of it being ‘Brexit month’ and the looming date of 29 March – which at the time of writing this, no one has a crystal ball to see what changes will happen – let’s take a look at that all important, but often overlooked, skill within our…
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11 March
Animal welfare and Brexit: What does the future hold?
With Brexit-day looming, important topics are being discussed. People are asking questions. What will happen to business after Brexit? What about the NHS? How will travel and tourism be affected once Free Movement has ended? While the answers to these questions are certainly important, there are other questions being asked,…
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4 March
Why subscription packaging will be huge for the pet trade in 2019
Subscription packaging has boomed in 2018, and it’s not just in cosmetics and male grooming products, pet food has also seen a major uplift in popularity. Consumers in the 21st Century are all about convenience, so having scheduled deliveries has become an essential part of the online shopping experience, making…
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Feb- 2019 -26 February
The premiumisation of pet care packaging
It’s no secret that premiumisation is a growing trend in the pet care market. In particular, high-quality products with functional, grain-free and natural ingredients are leading the innovation and attracting consumers to trade up from mid-price offerings. This is presenting a significant sales opportunity for brands and retailers which effectively…
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