Industry News
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Dec- 2020 -8 December
Dog diets could lead to rising carbon footprint, Yora warns
A rise in the purchase of “lockdown dogs” has created a potential carbon footprint of five million tonnes of CO2 per year, according to a new survey commissioned by sustainable dog food brand Yora. It comes as almost one tenth (9.4%) of UK pet owners purchased a dog since the…
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7 December
Spaceslide launches ‘The Pawdrobe’
Fitted wardrobe company Spaceslide has launched ‘The Pawdrobe’, a sliding door wardrobe designed for dogs. The wardrobe which can be fitted or freestanding includes a collar hanger, wardrobe, accessory trays, two hanging rails and storage for owners. The design also features an open wardrobe for “easy access” alongside hidden storage…
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7 December
Pet Trade Innovations launches new dog toy
Pet Trade Innovations has announced it is launching a new range, Bamboodles Dog Chew Toys, in the run-up to Christmas. The latest chew toys are designed in a T shape, and are reportedly “super tough” and durable. They are also blended with bamboo, however, so that they don’t become sharp…
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4 December
Henry Bell secures one year contract with FMG
Pet, wild bird food and accessories producer, Henry Bell has secured a one-year contract with independent garden centre group, Future Marketing Group (FMG). The deal which was completed in November 2020 has allowed for the company to be the primary supplier of wild bird care for FMG’s 20 UK garden…
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4 December
Pets at Home to repay £28.9m in rates relief
Pets at Home has announced its decision to repay in full the £28.9m of business rates relief received across the business to the government. The group said its decision reflects the company’s “guiding principle of treating all stakeholders fairly”, but is also supported by a continuing strong performance across the…
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3 December
Natural Instinct names Camila Segura new product development technologist
Pet food brand, Natural Instinct, has announced the appointment of Camila Segura as new product development technologist (NPD Technologist) at the brand’s headquarters in Surrey. In her new role she will be focused on “extending Natural Instinct’s range of products, reflecting current market trends and new technologies within the industry”. …
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2 December
T. Forrest launches new online trade area
Dog treat manufacturer T. Forrest has announced the launch of a new online service that enables customers to gain “quick, easy and safe” access to their personal online accounts, as well as shop the company’s range of natural dog treat products. In addition, customers can now view real-time stock levels…
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2 December
Natural Instincts launches ‘Winter Wag-Along’ charity campaign
Natural Instincts has launched a ‘Winter Wag-Along’ to raise funds for charities in need this Christmas. The new initiative encourages “dogs and their owners to dig out their antlers, festive jumpers and Santa hats to dress up and walk a mile a day for charity.” The fundraising campaign led by…
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2 December
Gold Line Feeds enters market
Gold Line Feeds, a new business within the pet food manufacturing sector, has launched following a restructuring of Dodson and Horrell Ltd. The business will serve the canine and small animal market, and will continue to offer the Autarky, Chudleys, Gusto and Trophy Pet Foods brands along with servicing customers…
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1 December
Pets at Home sells five referral practices for £100m
Pets at Home has sold five specialist referral practices to veterinary services provider Linnaeus for £100m. The sale which was revealed today 1 December, is said to be part of Pets at Home plan to focus on “group resources on customer-facing activities” across its omnichannel retailing and First Opinion veterinary…
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