Industry News

May- 2021 -

18 May

Grooming salons ‘struggling to keep up’, industry warns

The large-scale influx in the purchase of puppies and new dogs during the pandemic has led to “never before-seen” demand for dog grooming in the UK, according to the iPET Network. Grooming salons around the UK are reportedly “struggling to keep up” according to the network, which offers dog grooming…

17 May

Town & Country Petfoods expands e-commerce focus

Town and Country Petfoods, the owner of the HiLife brand for cats and dogs, has promoted Gareth Ramsden to the new role of head of E-Commerce and Digital Marketing. Ramsden joined the company a year ago to manage the launch of the group’s new webstore. The latest role forms part…

17 May

Pets Corner celebrates 10 years as ‘world’s only’ carbon neutral pet retailer

Pets Corner has celebrated 10 years as the “world’s only” carbon neutral pet retailer. Over the past decade, the retailer has been taking “significant and effective” steps to mitigate its environmental impact; by using renewable electricity, sending zero waste to landfill, and encouraging its brands to move to recyclable packaging. …

17 May

RSPCA praises Sentience Bill, calls for ‘meaningful’ committee

The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) has issued praise for the government’s new Animal Sentience Bill, which ensures animal sentience is legally recognised in the country. The subject of animal sentience was the only issue that was not carried over as the UK left the…

17 May

Soopa expands its plant-based range

Providing only the very best in doggy nutrition and being passionate about health choices for dogs are the core values of the Soopa brand. Barbara Hanly, the owner, says: ‘’ After a ‘fruitless’ search for healthy treats for my own dog Lily, I realised that most dog treats seem to…

17 May

Clean deck dog treats provider Pawfect leads the field in freeze – dried thinking and makes its pet food debut

Until recently Pawfect Foods was probably best known for its extensive range of Himalayan chhurpi cheese treats, fruit Jerky (Nature’s Munch) and herbal infusions (Doggy’s Cuppa). NATURE’S FEAST (freeze-dried treats) However in early 2021 Pawfect extended its freeze-dried reach with a 5-strong, game-changing portfolio of all-natural, grain-free treats; three of…

14 May

Paleo Ridge launches revamped website

Paleo Ridge, an accredited producer of high-quality raw dog food, has announced the launch of a brand new, customer centric website, which features the tagline ‘Paleo Ridge – Your Dog’s Happy Place’. Specially designed with raw dog food customers and prospective customers in mind, the mobile optimised site incorporates a…

14 May

Gov bans electric shock collars for dogs

The UK government has outlined its plans to ban electric shock collars for dogs as part of its Action Plan for Animal Welfare. The move has been widely praised by pet associations, such as the Kennel Club, for ensuring the UK is leading the way in animal welfare. Research conducted…

13 May

UK’s first foodhall for dogs set to launch

The newly renovated Bobby & Co is set to host the world’s first foodhall devoted entirely to dogs, as part of a multi-million-pound renovation of a former Debenhams department store in central Bournemouth. The new foodhall, entitled Drool, will feature a cake shop, a ‘Lick ‘n’ Mix station’, and a…

13 May

Pet stores report strongest April sales growth, Barclaycard finds

Pet stores and veterinarians saw the strongest sales growth out of any retail group in the specialist retailer category, according to Barclaycard’s report into consumer spending in April. Both vets and pet stores posted a 32.4% rise in sales over the period, compared to two years ago. In comparison, the…