Manufacturers

Jun- 2017 -

28 June

J&K joins Evolution Aqua’s distribution network

Nationwide distributor J&K Aquatics will be adding Evolution Aqua to its product portfolio from July 2017. The Bridgwater based business has teamed up with the award-winning manufacturer to offer products such as PURE, EazyPod, evoUV and Detox dechlorinators to its extensive network of aquatic stores across the UK. J&K joins other…

28 June

Arcadia launches free in-store booklet

Arcadia, the provider of innovative pet care solutions, has announced the launch of a free booklet which will be given away to pet stores. The fact-packed hand out aims to educate the public on reptile health. Readers will receive easy-to-understand information in areas such as accurate nutritional supply and everyday mineral and vitamin…

28 June

Forthglade releases new range of pet treats

Pet food company, Forthglade, has launched a new range of functional treats. With 100 percent natural ingredients, the grain free hand-baked treats will be available in four varieties: A training treat with cheese A salmon treat to support joints and bones A turkey based treat for fresh breath A calming treat containing chicken.…

28 June

Peregrine Livefoods announces partnership with MistKing®

MistKing® misting systems has announced an exclusive deal with the UK’s largest specialist reptile wholesaler, Peregrine Livefoods. For the last decade, MistKing has engineered advanced misting systems which have enhanced the keeping and breeding of reptile and amphibians for hobbyists and zoos across the globe. The new deal secures a wider…

28 June

Pet professional named ‘Best Green Champion’

Chris Cole, environmental co-ordinator and quality auditor at Inspired Pet Nutrition (IPN), has been named Best Green Champion by Investors in the Environment (iiE). He collected his award at iiE’s awards ceremony for Yorkshire and the Humber where IPN also collected its Green Level accreditation. Chris helped the business gain…

28 June

PFMA publishes Brexit Manifesto

With Brexit bills dominating the government agenda and negotiations underway to seek a new relationship with the EU, the Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association (PFMA) has published its Brexit Manifesto at pfma.org.uk/brexit. The trade body looks forward to working with the new government to achieve a clear and certain path…

28 June

AQUA 2017 sells out of exhibitor space

AQUA 2017, the UK water gardening and aquatics trade event, has sold out of exhibitor stands. 80 companies will showcase their products and services at Telford International Centre on October 18-19. Visitor registrations are already higher than they were at the same time two years ago when the show was last…

26 June

Truline named ‘Brand of the Year’

Truline, created by Pero Foods Ltd, has won a Brand of the Year for Best Dry/Kibble Dog Food of 2017 (UK). The award ceremony which was held at the Hofburg Palace in Vienna on the 21 June, saw several companies from around the globe within the pet food industry receiving awards in numerous…

23 June

The Pet Perk supports Bring your Dog to Work Day

In-office sampling gurus, The Work Perk, have launched a new collaboration with Bring Your Dog To Work Day 2017. With 8.5 million dogs and 7.4 million cats registered in the UK alone, The Pet Perk provides an essential service for pet brands – while giving employers the opportunity to brighten up their…

23 June

Animal feed company secures 3.5m investment

Northamptonshire-based animal feed manufacturer, Dodson & Horrell, plans to improve its productivity and annual turnover. A 3.5m financial package from Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking is an investment in the modernisation of its plant and machinery. Dodson & Horrell, a family business established in 1939, specialises in animal nutrition. The company…