Manufacturers

Jul- 2017 -

17 July

Lily’s Kitchen teams up with PDSA & KidZania

British pet food producer Lily’s Kitchen has joined forces with the UK veterinary charity PDSA to launch a new activity at KidZania UK in Westfield, London. It aims to help children learn how to keep pets happy and healthy. The new joint-branded Pet Wellbeing Centre at KidZania has been created to educate the next generation…

12 July

European pet food industry approves new safety and nutrition standards

An improved FEDIAF safety guide and updated FEDIAF dog and cat nutritional guidelines were presented and agreed at the European Pet Food Industry Federation’s annual meeting in Manchester last month, reports the Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association. “We are proud having adopted an improved pet food safety guide as well as…

11 July

Podium Pet Products moves to larger HQ

Podium Pet Products has moved its UK HQ to a new, larger space. By doubling the amount of room available, the new offices and warehouse facility allow the company to better service existing and new clients and territories. Carina Evans, CEO of Podium Pet Products, says: “It’s an exciting time…

10 July

Nerf Dog Tennis Ball Blaster gets a makeover

The Nerf Dog Tennis Ball Blaster has been redesigned with the same high-powered blasting action and a fresh new look. Firing the blaster launches dogs’ tennis ball high into the air while reducing the amount of wear and tear on their owners’ shoulders. When the dog brings it back, owners can place…

10 July

Dog toy sales rise due to stick danger

Industry research conducted by dog toy brand Chuckit! has revealed that over 80 percent of pet retailers in the UK have experienced an increase in dog toy sales since the danger of sticks was highlighted in 2015. At the Pedigree Trade Show 2017, Chuckit! quizzed a variety of retailers from…

10 July

Trilanco supports retailers with three new sales managers

Trilanco Ltd has appointed three new sales managers to support the continued growth and expansion of its agricultural, equine and pet wholesaler business. Martin Balmer, Trilanco’s managing director, says: “In line with the company’s vision to be the leading agricultural, equine and pet wholesaler, the new roles will help to ensure…

7 July

Heatwave causes boost in high street sales

UK sales have risen by 1.3 percent, a partial rebound from last years’ poor result, due to the heatwave. According to BDO’s High Street Sales Tracker (HSST), UK retailers saw June’s overall like-for-like trading grow by 1.3 percent. Shoppers turned to the highstreet to update their summer wardrobe with fashion sales growing…

7 July

Arcadia Reptile expands range for exotic pets

Arcadia Reptile has released a selection of brand new products for its EarthPro exotic pet range. Each ‘all natural’ product uses as many organic human grade ingredients as possible. John Courteney-Smith, head of science and innovation at Arcadia Reptile, said: “This has been a very long project for us, as such I…

7 July

Over half of British SMEs voted to remain in the EU

Over half of British SMEs voted to remain in the EU, according to a recent survey. Liberis found that 62 percent of British SMEs voted to remain in the EU and 41 percent of over 500 SMEs surveyed said the triggering of Article 50 has had a negative impact on their…

6 July

Wildwash awarded ethical accreditation

Wildwash, the creator of natural shampoos and cosmetics for pets, has been awarded ethical accreditation by The Ethical Company Organisation. The Ethical Company Organisation provides clear and comparative ethical information on thousands of companies and brands to individuals, NGOs, ethical companies and ethical investors. Since 2001, the organisation has been…