Industry News

Mar- 2019 -

19 March

TOMRA Food machine to separate ‘foreign bodies’ from pet food

TOMRA Food, Belgium-based manufacturer of sensor-based sorting machines for the food industry, has become the first to provide advanced sorting solutions for pet food producers. By developing four new sorting applications, TOMRA has made it possible for pet food manufacturers to remove even very small particles of foreign materials from…

18 March

Cheshire veterinary hospital to get new £2.5m site

A Cheshire veterinary hospital is to get a new £2.5m site after outgrowing its current location. The Woodcroft Veterinary Group will transform a Cheadle office block into a new ‘state-of-the-art’ hospital, providing a 24-hour service and expanding its referral services. The new 11,000 square foot site at Atlas House, on…

18 March

Managing director of Benyfit Natural appointed PFMA vice chairman

The Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association (PFMA) has appointed Greg van Praagh, MD of Benyfit Natural, as vice chairman to work alongside chairman, Tony Parkinson, from Town & Country. The Benyfit Natural boss has been actively involved in PFMA committees for a number of years, including the Executive and Communications Committees…

18 March

Mars Petcare teams up with HSI to tackle animal welfare

The Lion’s Share Fund, an initiative raising to support wildlife conservation and animal welfare across the globe, has today announced its partnership with animal welfare charity Humane Society International (HSI). Together, the organisations will to deliver projects aimed at tackling animal welfare globally. Established in June 2018, The Lion’s Share…

18 March

Webbox launches dog matching tool

Pet food manufacturer Webbox has created a new tool to help prospective dog owners determine which breed would be most suitable for them. Backed by “extensive research”, the Dog Breed Decider compares the traits and requirements of different breeds against a person’s lifestyle. It has been launched in response to…

15 March

Mighty Mutts adds new floating shape toys to products

Mighty Mutts, one of the brands by pet manufacturer PetLove, has added a new range of floating shape chew toys to its product offering. Made from a “revolutionary material” that comes with a three year ‘chew proof’ guarantee, the ‘Mighty Mutts Shape’ collection is suitable for all sizes of dog,…

15 March

Laughing Dog rebrands delivery vehicles

Boston-based dog food company, Laughing Dog, has launched two new trailers featuring a new design. Organised by local logistics company, George H Kime and Co, the design shows the brand’s mascot, Alfred, which can be found on all the brand’s packaging. Ben Mankertz from Laughing Dog Food, said: “We were…

15 March

Josera to launch new low-calorie treats

Dog food manufacturer, Josera, has launched Loopies, a new low-calorie training snack for dogs. The new treats are below nine kcal per treat in order to allow owners to “measure their dog’s energy intake to prevent obesity”. The Loopies are grain-free and meaty, and available in beef, lamb and poultry…

15 March

Scrumbles expands pet food range

Scrumbles is expanding its pet food range with a selection of grain free wet food and treats for dogs. Maintaining its all natural gut health focus, the new products incorporate “tummy tonic” slippery elm. There are three flavours to choose from for the wet dog food which are all high…

14 March

Ruffwear joins the Outdoor Industries Association

Premium dog gear brand Ruffwear, has become a member the Outdoor Industries Association (OIA), with the aim of contributing to the overall growth of the outdoors industry. Ruffwear aims to provide outdoor wear for animals with “all the technical innovations as human outdoor gear”. Through its OIA membership, Ruffwear owners,…