Industry News
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Aug- 2020 -19 August
Simplyhealth agrees sale of pet health plan business to PVG
Simplyhealth Group has agreed to sell The Animal Healthcare Company (AHC) to Premier Veterinary Group (PVG). The proposed transaction, which is subject to customary regulatory approvals, is expected to complete in November 2020. This transaction will mean that Simplyhealth will be able to focus wholly on human healthcare. This focus…
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19 August
Animal Friends Insurance launches breed guide
Pet insurance specialist, Animal Friends, has released data from 260,000 claims made last year to help potential dog owners make an informed decision on the breed they choose to purchase. It comes as puppy purchases have risen dramatically both during and after lockdown. The group has warned that if decisions…
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19 August
The Pet Collective launches podcast
Jukin Media has announced the launch of The Pet Collective podcast, which will “educate and entertain” over 40 million social media followers on pet health, behavior, and training. Its hosts, comedian Alison Sieke and animal behaviorist Kyle Kittleson, will be joined by special guests each week. Together, they will answer…
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18 August
PetQuip publishes updated A-Z guide on exporting
PetQuip and Gardenex have published the latest edition of their ‘A-Z Guide to Exporting’, which is now available exclusively for their members. The newly published 95-page guide is a comprehensive resource of exporting information, advice and practical tips, containing over 400 links to websites which provide detailed information on all…
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18 August
Nutravet adds to nutraceuticals range
Nutravet has announced the launch of nutraren, a next generation, renal health product that will add to its range of veterinary exclusive nutraceuticals. It comes as the group said that maintaining optimum renal health is “vital” for an animal’s general health and well-being as they get older, with kidneys playing…
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18 August
Natural Instinct introduces new packaging
Natural Instinct has unveiled its latest packaging this week, reflecting its premium range of “nutritious, tasty, high-quality” frozen meals and treats for dogs and cats. The raw pet food brand’s “vibrant” and colourful packaging features photographs of “happy, healthy, and active pets”, with a design that represents the brand’s support…
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17 August
Mackle Petfoods invests £5.7m amid ‘major’ expansion plans
Dungannon-based pet food manufacturer, Mackle Petfoods has invested £5.7m and created 31 new jobs in a major expansion plan to “double its turnover”. The SME is known across Europe for its Naturo range. To support this new project, Invest NI, which has an established relationship with the manufacturer, has offered…
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17 August
Alternative Cat Awards opens for entries
Cats Protection has announced the launch of the Alternative Cat Awards 2020, after its annual National Cat Awards was postponed until next year. Organisers for the online show are now asking entrants to upload videos of their cats to Instagram or Twitter using #AlternativeCatAwards, with entries later judged by a…
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17 August
Pet Teezer launches online masterclass
Pet Teezer, the latest dog brush range launched by Tangle Teezer, has announced it is hosting a masterclass for pet owners to celebrate the launch of its new range. The virtual masterclass is set to take place on 19 August, and will coincide with World Photography Day. In light of…
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17 August
Online sales witness 10% decline in July
Online retail sales witnessed a “sharp decline” of 10% in July, according to the latest figures from IMRG’s online sales index. The data group said the decline followed a shift in consumer spending patterns as the hospitality sector reopened throughout the month. While online sales fell by 10% in the…
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