Industry News

May- 2017 -

31 May

Petcor awarded SALSA food accreditation

The manufacturer of natural air-dried Veni-Dog treats, Petcor, has been awarded the SALSA food accreditation. SALSA (Safe and Local Supplier Approval) is a food safety certification scheme for food producers. It’s only granted to suppliers who are able to demonstrate to an auditor that they are able to produce safe and legal food…

30 May

‘Save the high street’, say industry leaders

The British Independent Retailers Association (bira) has shown its support for a new initiative for UK retailers. In May 2017, it joined industry leaders such as AppearHere, Bink, CityHouseMedia, CitySprint and many more, to work alongside the 120+ nationwide SaveTheHighStreet.org Retailer Advisory Board members. Together, they are implementing a programme to support…

30 May

RVC highlights health concerns for popular dog breeds

The French Bulldog is expected to become the most registered dog in 2017, overtaking the Labrador Retrievers’ 27-year reign at the top, reports the Royal Veterinary College (RVC). New research shows that appearance is the number one reason owners purchase flat-faced breeds, attracted by their large, round, wide-set eyes, and flat…

30 May

Skinner’s Pet Foods shows its support for BBC Countryfile Live

Skinner’s Pet Foods will sponsoring the Dog Arena for the second year at Countryfile Live. The event, which is held in association with the National Trust, takes place in the grounds of Blenheim Palace from 3 to 6 August 2017. Skinner’s will be promoting its new range, Life, aimed at pets, alongside…

30 May

Shires Equestrian sponsors event for fifth consecutive year

In 2018, Shires Equestrian will sponsor the New Product Gallery at BETA International for the fifth consecutive year. The display will appear at the country and outdoor exhibition from 21-23 January to showcase the very latest lines, launches and brands. Shires joint managing director Marcus Cridland said: “The New Product Gallery is always…

26 May

Kittens found in washing machine

Five kittens were rescued after being born inside an abandoned washing machine. The five-week- old kittens, aptly named Daz, Ariel, Persil, Surf and Fairy, were found with their mum, a feral cat, living inside the drum of a washing machine left outside in a garden belonging to a florist in…

26 May

TRIXIE increases warehouse space to 53,000 square metres

To keep up with growing demand, TRIXIE Pet Supplies in Tarp, Germany will be expanding its storage space. A new 26-metre high warehouse in silo structure is being created directly adjoining the company’s pre-existing Hall 11, which was completed in 2012. The new warehouse is being built on a total area…

26 May

Just for Pets expect profits to continue falling

Just for Pets has announced that profits are continuing to fall due to demand being subdued. Wynnstay Group PLC said that it has “continued to experience subdued demand, reflecting general retail trends in the sector, and certain stores in particular have not delivered the expected performance, resulting in losses in this…

26 May

Vet services boost Pets at Home growth

Pets at Home has seen its profits jump, following a strong performance from its veterinary service and new store openings. Like-for-like revenue growth rose 1.5 percent and services climbed by 7.9 percent. The company’s veterinary services were the key to its success. Total income from Joint Venture vet practices increased by 24.6…

26 May

UK high street could receive £3bn this Bank Holiday

The UK high street business is expected to receive £3 billion* this May bank holiday, according to Worldpay. The weaker pound has prompted a staycation frenzy, as thrifty Brits choose to spend the long weekends closer to home. New data from payments processor Worldpay reveals that in post-Brexit Britain, where foreign…