Industry News

PFMA to monitor investigations into Canine DCM

The PFMA, along with the European pet food federation (FEDIAF), has said it is monitoring an ongoing investigation into Canine DCM (Dilated Cardiomyopathy) in the US. The research, being carried out by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), began in 2018 and aims to look into the possible causes of…

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Bira in talks with metro mayors to help retailers post-pandemic

The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) has said it is involved in discussions with mayors of UK metropolitan cities to discuss “new ways” of supporting independent retailers post-pandemic.  The talks, which are being led by the group’s CEO Andrew Goodacre, have been looking at support for reforms to business rates…

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RSPCA launches rehoming campaign for nervous cats

The RSPCA has announced the launch of a new rehoming campaign to help find homes for ‘farm cats’ and who prefer to be outdoors, as well as other nervous cats. The project aims to help cats who need less human interaction than a typical domestic cat, as well as educate…

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Pointer launches new suite of POS materials

Pointer Pet Products has launched a brand-new range of Point of Sale (POS)materials for all pet shops stocking its treats and snacks.  The range includes window flyer holders, floor stickers, branded barkers and shelf wobblers, and is completely free of charge.  Michell Pearson, Business Development at Pointer, said the group…

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The Innocent Pet extends air-dried dog food range

The Innocent Pet, a Yorkshire-based pet food manufacturer, has extended its air-dried dog food range with three new single protein recipes. Its complete food range now includes seven grain free, single protein recipes for dogs – each including human-grade British meat or MSC sourced fish, selected fruit, vegetables, and herbs,…

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Biomega urges pet food industry to ‘think sustainability’

Biomega, a biosciences company that produces sustainable ingredients for both the human and animal health and nutrition sectors, has called for pet food manufacturers, ingredients suppliers and brands to help “drive the sustainability narrative” in the pet food industry. With the human population expected to grow to ten billion by…

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Pets at Home installs recycling points

Pets at Home has announced plans to introduce in-store recycling points for flexible pet food packaging, in what will be an “industry first”. The new initiative, which is being supported by pet food producers Mars and Purina PetCare, is being trialed across 40 stores and three Vets4Pets practices across the…

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Town & Country Petfoods launches new multipacks

Town and Country Petfoods have launched new 100% complete Puppy and Grain Free multipacks, building on the success of its HiLife ‘it’s only natural’ range. The new recipes are “carefully prepared” with highly digestible proteins and complementary fruit and vegetables to help dogs “stay healthy and happy from puppy to…

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Dog hamper business raises money for The Oldies Club

 A luxury dog hamper business is raising money for The Oldies Club, a charity which rehomes old dogs.  To support the group, owner of the business Karen Rhodes, has made ‘The Oldies Hamper’, with all profits going to the charity.  The basket is made up of “natural, healthy treats” and…

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PFMA launches Associate Membership offering

The PFMA has launched a new Associate Membership category, which means that for the first time in 50 years, those working closely with the pet food sector can now apply to become an associate member.  The new membership category will reportedly help machinery and packaging companies, consultants, retailers, and various…

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