Industry News
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May- 2021 -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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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12 May
Supreme Petfoods virtual training sessions accredited by Vetpol
Supreme Petfoods has announced that the free virtual training it provides about care of small pets is now accredited by SQP regulator Vetpol. The content has been developed by Supreme with leading veterinary specialists and expert veterinary nurses with a specific focus on the care of small pets. In total…
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12 May
Taylor & Hart launches ‘Pooch Pendants’ range
Taylor and Hart has announced the launch of its new range of ‘Pooch Pendants’ for wedding ceremonies. The design of each specific pendant is set to match a dog’s collar with their owner’s engagement ring. A recent survey by the bespoke jeweller found that 30% of pet owners either have…
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11 May
Millennials driving plant-based diets for dogs, VetChef finds
Two out of five (38%) of pet dogs in the UK could soon follow a mostly plant-based diet, according to new research by fresh pet food platform VetChef. It found a rise in flexitarianism is being driven by the millennial age group, with over half (56%) of 18-24-year-olds saying they…
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11 May
Sanicat unveils new rebrand
Sanicat has publicly revealed its new rebranding and customer strategy in a bid to improve its brand and products. For the last 60 years, Sanicat has been a key player in the European pet product marketplace and has a portfolio of 65 products which stretches to over 90 countries around…
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