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Beneo has announced a new toolbox of high quality and non-GMO vegetal proteins for pet food. The toolbox features rice protein, vital wheat gluten and faba bean protein concentrate, with each offering specific nutritional and technical benefits. According to Beneo one in three pet food shoppers think that using plant-based…

Bruce’s Doggy Daycare has announced plans to open a site at Battlers Green Farm in Radlett in August 2023. The five acre site will offer a variety of spacious outdoor and indoor play areas, with a separate area for puppies as well as state of the art equipment and comfortable…

Continued supply chain pressures, including cost increases, delayed materials and shortages are the main concern for over a third of businesses, according to advisory firm BDO. The bi-monthly survey, which was conducted on 500 medium-sized businesses, reveals over three quarters (77%) are facing persistent disruptions within the supply chain. Faced…

Pet food company Walker and Drake has revealed that it has completed its £900k investment into its new cold pressed production facility in Barnsley. The company moved to larger premises last year to facilitate the extra space required for the new factory and warehousing. Walker and Drake only began creating…

Pets at Home has announced that its profit before tax has dropped 17.7% to £122.5m for the year ended 30 March 2023. The company stated that this was down to the gain on the sale of its Specialist Group in FY22 and the costs of bringing its new DC onstream…

Mars Pet Nutrition has announced the appointments of Helen Warren-Piper as global vice president, strategic initiatives and Melodie Nye as chief growth officer for Europe. Warren-Piper was formerly the company’s chief growth officer for Europe and prior to that was general manager of the UK Pet Nutrition business. She will…

Over one in five consumers believe that the workers in their local pet store care more than those in big chains, according to a survey from Johnson’s Veterinary Products. The survey of 1,000 pet owners, found that 28% of respondents believed their local pet store to be knowledgeable and trustworthy.…

iPET network has launched a new Level 2 education qualification in canine nutrition for professionals who work in the petcare industry such as pet retailers, pet shop employees, trainers and dog walkers. The qualification, which will be taught by nutrition consultant, and author of The Best Dog Diet Ever Caroline…

Pooch Snax has announced that it is rolling out its Porky Ears range to independent pet stores and wholesalers across the UK. Porky Ears are a premium British pork treat range made from 100% British pork which is shaped into ears and air-dried. Porky Ears are available loose to retailers…

Butternut Box, the UK-based dog food company has announced the acquisition of PsiBufet, Poland’s fresh dog food company, expanding its European presence. Butternut Box has already established its brand in other European countries including Ireland, Netherlands, Belgium and now Poland. It claimed that since its inception in 2016, the company…