Manufacturers

Inspired Pet Nutrition reports ‘record sales’

Yorkshire-based pet food manufacturer, Inspired Pet Nutrition, has reported “record sales” reaching three “key milestones”. The firm, which has manufacturing facilities in Thirsk and North Wales, achieved record sales for the month of November at £11m, including the highest ever weekly sales of £2.4m.  Further, on a 12-month rolling basis,…

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IPN injects £250k investment into factory

Inspired Pet Nutrition (IPN) has announced it will invest £250k into its Kimnel Park site in Bodelwyddan, North Wales.  The site is home to IPN’s subsidiary, The Real Petfood Company.  The investment will go towards funding for new production and robotic equipment, additional storage and racking and employee safety initiatives.…

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Feldyfare Limited celebrates continued expansion

Cheshire-based bird food manufacturer Feldyfare Limited has continued to expand its product range and business investment in manufacturing and sales. It said sales of its flagship complete diet Goldenball wild bird food ball “continue at a pace”, and added retailers and consumers realise that “pure quality is affordable” when compared…

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Petsafe announces new additions to ‘Play & Challenge’ range

Global pet product brand PetSafe has announced it is introducing three new dog and cat toys to its popular ‘Play & Challenge’ range. The additions highlight the business’ “continued focus” on both the category and pet tech and include the first electronic dog toy since the Automatic Ball Launcher, the…

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The Real Petfood Company strengthens team with senior appointments

The Real Petfood Company has strengthened its team with two senior appointments, who have previously worked together in the pet food sector. Ashleigh Walker is joining as a senior pet nutritionist in the technical services team. She will be working with own label partners and developing innovative recipes featuring IPN’s…

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Hills Pet Nutrition unveils new packaging for ‘Science Plan Dog and Cat’ range

Hill’s Pet Nutrition has introduced a new look for “Hill’s Science Plan dog and cat range”.  A new pack design is made to allow pet owners to identify the products available. The new design features a “strong” pet image, which is used to “engage and connect” with customers. The new…

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Clydach Farm Food for Dogs releases new Christmas range

Clydach Farm Food for Dogs has announced its new Christmas range for 2019. The new range includes flavours such as British poultry and orange and cranberry and thyme, while Christmas boasts meat, fish and poultry, including Yorkshire venison and Gressingham duck. The group said pet owners can now treat their…

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Ongoing Brexit uncertainty hits pet food manufacturers 

A survey of UK pet food manufacturers by the trade body for the sector, the PFMA, has revealed that the last three and a half years of uncertainty and no-deal planning has damaged businesses. Furthermore, it said urgent practical advice is needed to help smooth the bumps ahead as the…

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Dogrobes creates two new jobs at Haven

Fochabers-based pet accessory company, Dogrobes is helping to support two permanent jobs at Haven PTS in Larbert near Falkirk in Scotland by using the company to manufacture its popular dog drying coats. Haven is part of Momentum and the wider Rehab Group, a not-for-profit organisation providing rehabilitation, training and care…

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Forthglade partners with National Trust to promote healthier dogs

Pet food manufacturer Forthglade has partnered with the National Trust to support its ‘Dogs Welcome’ project. The ‘Dogs Welcome’ project will help canine companions and their owners enjoy the places cared for by the National Trust, across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. The three year partnership will put developments in…

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