Industry News

Aug- 2021 -

3 August

Pointer Pet Products launches new ‘mini rolls’ range

Pointer Pet Products, a dog biscuits and snacks manufacturer, has announced the launch of a brand-new mini rolls range. The product, entitled ‘Pointer Duck and Orange Flavoured Mini Rolls’ are oven-baked, wheatmeal goods, developed with no added artificial colours or flavours. In addition, the group said the treats can also…

3 August

Tiana champions halal-friendly/freeze-dried cat food

August 21 sees another significant milestone in the UK’s ever evolving pet food fixture with the arrival of Tiana cat food, the world’s first halal-approved cat food range made with best-in-class human-grade ingredients using state-of-the-art, freeze-dried technology. Tiana is the brainchild of senior petfood buyer Pankaj Hurria who became intrigued…

3 August

Soopa launches Puppy Range

Following the successful launch of their plant based ‘Puppy Dental Sticks in May this year, Soopa is excited to announce the launch of their healthy ‘Puppy Training Bites’. Soopa’s puppy bites are hypoallergenic, grain free, made with 100% natural banana and pumpkin and are suitable for pups over 3 months…

2 August

Hill’s Pet Nutrition launches ‘K.I.S.S 4 Vets’

Hill’s Pet Nutrition has announced the launch of its ‘K.I.S.S 4 Vets’ initiative which aims to help and support vet healthcare teams (VHCTs) ease back into the ‘new normal’, during “Covid-19 and beyond”. K.I.S.S (Knowledge, Information, Support and Sharing) is a newly created team of nutritional experts developed by Hill’s…

2 August

Dogs Trust launches new TV campaign with Sir Joanthan Pryce

Dogs Trust has launched its latest TV campaign, which will showcase the charity’s Canine Care Card and feature the actor Sir Jonathan Pryce. The Canine Care Card service means that “should the worst happen”, Dogs Trust will not only be able to care for an owner’s dog and find them…

Jul- 2021 -

30 July

One in seven UK shops still remain vacant, BRC reveals

More than one in seven shops on UK high streets, retail parks and shopping centres are currently vacant, according to the latest data from the Local Data Company and the British Retail Consortium (BRC). The data revealed that fashion stores were amongst the “hardest hit” as customers primarily shifted to online shopping…

30 July

K9 Nation secures £167,000 investment

K9 Nation, a self-described community for dog owners and dog-friendly businesses, has successfully raised over £167,000 after completing a second round of investment funding. The business, which brings together dog lovers and dog friendly businesses from across the UK via an app and online marketplace, will use the funding for…

29 July

Cesar unveils new ‘wholesome’ range of products

Mars Petcare has unveiled the launch of a new “natural-inspired” range under its premium dog brand, Cesar. The new range features a multipack format, and is the brand’s first wet multi-serve option, Cesar Natural Goodness Cans. It caters for two to three servings. The products are available in 100% recyclable…

29 July

Pets at Home sees sales soar to £377.8m

Pets at Home has seen its first quarter revenues grow 25.7% to £377.8m as the retailer continues to witness a “strong sales momentum”. In the 16 weeks to 25 July, the retailer saw like-for-like revenue up 30.2%, or 29.4% on a two-year basis, which it said reflected “continued strong growth…

28 July

Walker and Drake expands treat range

Walker and Drake, a cold pressed pet food manufacturer, has added a new ‘Chicken with Carrot and Kale’ variety to its treat range. The group said that the new treats are “soft baked” to preserve all the natural vitamins, minerals and botanicals, the product is also grain and gluten free…