Industry News
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Jan- 2021 -27 January
The Innocent Pet to reduce trade orders
The Innocent Pet has announced it will be reducing its trade orders in order to better support its retail customers across the UK throughout the latest lockdown. The company which was founded in 2013, is a family run business, based in Thorp Arch, West Yorkshire run by Chloe Heaton, and…
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26 January
Footfall rises for the first time since Christmas
Footfall rose by 9% across all UK retail destinations last week for the first time since the Christmas trading period. According to figures published by Springboard, the week ending on 25 January saw footfall rise by 10.9% in high streets, 9.2% in shopping centres and 4.5% in retail parks. It…
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26 January
Social media pet obesity trend leads to health warnings
Videos of overweight dogs which have been viewed over 90 million times on TikTok have led to industry experts issuing health warnings about celebrating obese pets. According to new research by fresh pet food platform VetChef, on Facebook, Instagram and Reddit alone, there are one million members or followers of…
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26 January
Kennel Club supports inquiry into Brexit impact on animal welfare
The Kennel Club has welcomed news of an inquiry by the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (EFRA) Select Committee into how new Brexit regulations will impact on animal welfare, disease control and the industry interests. The organisation has raised concerns about the last minute backtrack on pet travel rules between…
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26 January
IVC Evidensia launches new joint care supplement
As part of its ongoing commitment to innovation in patient care, Europe’s leading veterinary care provider IVC Evidensia has launched a new, fast acting anti-inflammatory healthcare supplement, specifically designed to tackle one of the UK’s most common cat and dog ailments. Joints and Mobility with Omega-3s is the latest supplement…
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25 January
Barking Heads launches plant-based range
Barking Heads has introduced a new plant based food range for dogs, after the company recognised a demand for more “nutritionally balanced” vegetable based food options. The product entitled ‘Plant-Powered Pooches’ includes vegetables, fruits, herbs and botanical ingredients, and retails for £6.50. Dr Scott Miller, TV Vet and Barking Heads…
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25 January
Walker and Drake supports Walk Your Dog Month
Yorkshire-based pet food manufacturer, Walker and Drake, is backing the Walk Your Dog campaign this month, alongside leading pet supplement brand Overby Farm and pet accessory company Collared Creatures. The campaign is an international initiative that aims to “get people out walking their dogs in the winter months”, and encourages…
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22 January
Natural Cornish Pet goes wholesale
Natural Cornish Pet, the retail side of Doggy Day Care Cornwall based in St Erth, Cornwall is now turning part of its thriving business into a wholesale operation. Specialising in natural pet foods, treats and quality pet accessories, Natural Cornish Pet has increased its online turnover by 164% during the…
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22 January
Demand for quality pet food on the rise, says European Freeze Dry
A surge in pet ownership has led to more owners demanding quality pet food, developers at European Freeze Dry reveal. According to the company, customers are turning in large numbers from standard pet food ingredients to alternatives such as the seafood hoki. Sarah Lacey, who leads the pet food development…
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22 January
PDSA report reveals mental health benefits of having a pet
The People’s Dispensary for Sick Animals (PDSA) latest Paw Report has found that owning a pet can make people feel less lonely and mentally healthier. The PAW Report, which was produced in conjunction with YouGov, has tracked pet wellbeing in the UK for the last decade. It surveys 18 million…
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