Industry News

Feb- 2017 -

15 February

Naturo Pet Foods announces Crufts sponsorship

Wet dog food manufacturer, Naturo Pet Foods, has become an official supporter of the world’s largest dog show, Crufts. Naturo’s decision is part of a wider UK-wide marketing drive for the brand. It will also have a strong presence at a number of other dog shows throughout the year. The 2017…

15 February

New mobile vet practice solution launched

A mobile vet practice solution has launched into the industry. Pawsquad enables vets to easily set-up and manage their own mobile vet practice, taking control of their time and hours as an independent professional Pet owners can also use a dedicated 24/7 video conferencing and text service – providing them…

14 February

Canagan launches its first ever puppy food – and it’s grain free!

British dog food manufacturer Canagan has launched its first puppy food. The grain free recipe was revealed on Valentine’s Day, the holiday for ‘puppy love’ and pampering adored pooches. The firm announced that the new product features: “the highest quality ingredients that fit with a dog’s ancestral diet.” It stated: “Canagan…

14 February

Butcher’s Pet Care turns thirty

Butcher’s Pet Care has reason to celebrate. 2017 marks the company’s thirtieth anniversary. The business has looked back at the major changes of the last three decades. British family company, Butcher’s has a background in farming and as butchers. Robin Hone commented: “In the 1980’s when we launched our first canned dog…

14 February

New government cyber security centre opens

A new cyber security centre has been officially opened by Her Majesty The Queen today. The government’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) will use the new London office as its operational nerve centre in a bid to stop the growing threat of online attacks. His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh…

14 February

Hilton Herbs speaks your language with new multi-lingual trade website

Hilton Herbs has unveiled four responsive, e-commerce, trade-only websites. The supplement manufacturer has created a site for each of its key markets; the UK, USA, France, and Germany. They can be accessed from PCs or mobile devices. Existing Hilton Herbs retailers will benefit from extra discount when ordering online. The website offers a ‘quick-order’ page…

14 February

Low footfall causes drop in Pets at Home shares

Pets at Home shares have fallen due to lower footfall. The pet superstore reported a like-for-like revenue growth however this was offset by their subdued sales over the Christmas period. HSBC downgraded the stock to ‘hold’ from ‘buy’ and lowered the target price to 230p from 290p after the company reported…

13 February

Give hugs, not pugs this Valentine’s Day, says BVA

The British Veterinary Association (BVA), is asking romantics to give hugs, not pugs to loved ones this Valentine’s Day. This follows the appearance of cards and Valentine’s merchandise with pictures of the breed in shops throughout the UK. Often perceived as cute, pugs’ squashed faces and short noses have made…

13 February

Scampers’ team become raw food pros with Natures Menu

Seven staff members at Scampers Natural Pet Superstore have passed Natures Menu’s raw food training module. Raw pet food specialist Natures Menu provides education and CPD in the raw sector. The company has created a specialist pet store training programme in conjunction with its veterinary team. It includes raw adviser, raw expert and raw…

13 February

Benyfit joins forces to help overweight pet

Benyfit Natural has joined forces with House of Hugo to help an overweight pet. Gibbs the dog weighs in at 53 kilos and has been set the goal of losing 19 kilos in the next eight weeks. Gibbs became heavily overweight after his owners followed guides on the back of food…