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Pawfect to launch new treat range next month

Pawfect Foods has announced the launch of a new range of biscuit treats for dogs, entitled Cheescuits.  The British-owned dog food company is set to bring out the new line of dog treats next month.  The new range features cheese inspired biscuits, made with 60% Himalayan Cheese and a blend…

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Burns Pet Nutrition launches membership club for new owners

Natural pet food company, Burns Pet Nutrition, has launched a new membership scheme to support new puppy owners, following a “puppy boom” in the UK over the last six months. The family-run business has unveiled its new Puppy Club, that aims to provide advice, support and food supplies to new…

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Natural instinct launches new pet food bundles

Raw pet food brand, Natural Instinct has launched new pet food bundles for customers.  The new raw food bundles include five meals, available in 1kg or 500g packs, as well as two dog treats.  All produce has 100% British meats, with added fruits, vegetables, and natural supplements.   Flavors in the…

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£3bn tariff ahead for UK retailers and consumers, warns BRC

Supermarkets and their customers could face £3bn a year of tariffs on food and drink if a free trade deal is not agreed between the UK and the EU before 1st January 2020, The BRC has warned In its report the association said an average increase in tariffs of 20%…

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Pet retailer to develop first ‘Covid store’ after lockdown sales surge 

PetPlace has announced it is planning to roll out new branding after a “significant” reinvestment following a lockdown sales surge, as well as a funding boost. The retailer has now invested the £1m it received from the Coronavirus Business Loan Interruption Scheme (CLBILS) back into the business. The company will…

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Natural Cornish Pet launches Aflora Cold Pressed range

Natural Cornish Pet has announced the launch of its Aflora Cold Pressed recipes for dogs. The naturally preserved, grain-free, high meat recipes are “gentle on digestion”, according to the group, adding that they are “honest, simple and affordable”.  Aflora Cold Pressed range is available in two varieties: Beef and White…

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Chancellor unveils new Job Support Scheme

The chancellor has today announced a new Jobs Support Scheme that will see the government “directly support” the wages of those in part-time work.  The scheme, which will run for six months starting this November, will see the government attempt to preserve “viable” jobs by subsidising the pay of employees…

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Chancellor set to unveil furlough replacement after Budget cancellation

Chancellor Rishi Sunak has cancelled this year’s Budget but is set to unveil new measures aimed at protecting employment and the UK economy in parliament later today (24 September). It is thought the new measures will replace the current furlough scheme, which is set to expire at the end of…

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Pets at Home welcomes ‘sustained’ momentum

Pets at Home has welcomed “sustained momentum” across both its retail and veterinary operations in its latest trading update. The group had previously reported that sales momentum was returning across all areas of the business in its first quarter results published 31 July.  According to the group, this reflected a…

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Cambridgeshire pet store warns of closure

The owners of a Cambridgeshire pet shop have warned that the business is in danger of closing down.  According to the Cambs Times, owners Phil Green and Helen Browne are now urging the customers of Pets Pantry to shop locally and “look after the small businesses” following the crisis. A…

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