Manufacturers

Jun- 2019 -

14 June

Poppy’s Picnic MD appointed to PFMA Communications Committee

Louise Mackintosh, managing director of raw dog food manufacturer Poppy’s Picnic, has been appointed vice chair of the Pet Food Manufacturing Association’s (PFMA) communications committee. Mackintosh brings over 20 years of experience to the role, having worked in PR and marketing at the likes of Kellogg, Wickes, Disney, Hamleys, Tesco,…

13 June

Henry Bell launches recyclable packaging for wild bird food range

Pet and wild bird food producer, Henry Bell, is unveiling a recyclable packaging for its new Wild Bird Food range which is set to be released in July. The manufacturer approached packaging supplier Tyler Packaging to create sustainable packaging after its estimation found that over 10 million packs of bird…

13 June

Chuckit! launches new FetchFlight toy

Dog toy manufacturer Chuckit!, has announced the launch of its new FetchFlight toy, which has a flexible unique EZ Grip design that ensures dogs and owners benefit from the convenience of easy pick up, and it’s rubber pyramid design which is claimed to be durable. The FetchFlight features an inner…

12 June

Hill’s introduces new stews to Prescription Diet range

Pet food manufacturer Hill’s Pet Nutrition has launched new stews to its Prescription Diet range. The new range is part of Hill’s dietetic line, which claims to offer nutrition based health solutions. The stews are available in chicken or tuna, containing real vegetables and rice to provide “additional nutrients” pets…

11 June

Beaphar strengthens sales support after FIPROtec combo is reclassified

Pet health manufacturer Beaphar, strengthened its sales support offering for retailers following the reclassification of its FIPROtec combo product. The new AVM-GSL status, allows the product to be sold on the shelves instead of being a behind the counter product sold at stores with SQP status, Beaphar were the first…

11 June

Webbox undertakes ‘major rebrand’

Pet food brand Webbox has announced its “biggest ever rebrand to date”, unveiling a new look which is due to roll out across its product packaging in the coming months. Exploring the company’s ‘Joy in Every Moment’ ethos, ‘Life’s a Game’ was born as a creative concept and inspired the…

10 June

UK harness sales rise 18% in two years

UK dog harness sales has registered an increase of 18%, underpinned by the success of Ruffwear’s Front Range Harness which has now sold one million units. The harness, which was tested for 18 months prior to its release, includes an additional front leash attachment for enhanced control, padded panels for…

10 June

JSAP reviews pros and cons of raw food diet

Peer-reviewed veterinary journal The Journal of Small Animal Practice (JSAP) is focusing on the pros and cons of a raw food diet for pets in its June issue. The trend to feed raw diets to dogs and cats continues to generate debate amongst the veterinary profession, pet owners and commercial…

7 June

Forthglade launches new award

Devon-based pet food makers Forthglade, has announced the launch of the ‘South West England’s Most Dog Friendly Pub of the Year Awards 2019/20’, in association with the South West Tourism Awards. The awards will run individually across four regions; Devon, Cornwall, Dorset, plus Bristol, Bath and Somerset. The winners from…

7 June

Wilson Pet Food appoints new head of sales

Perthshire-based pet food company, Wilson Pet Food has appointed Dan Griffin as its new head of sales. Griffin has a background in working for start-up businesses, taking new products to market and has worked in the food industry and the commercial side of FMCG where he executed the sales strategy…