Industry News

Feb- 2017 -

6 February

FSB calls for a pro-business Budget to boost jobs

The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has called for a pro-business Budget that boosts jobs and long-term growth. The Federations claims that the Chancellor should use the Budget to show he backs British businesses to improve job creation and drive productivity across the nations and regions of the UK. While small…

6 February

Marathon runner raises money for Support Dogs

Irwin Mitchell partner Matthew Palmer is running the Virgin Money London Marathon on April 23. He will raise money and awareness for national assistance dog charity Support Dogs. Sheffield-based Support Dogs trains and provides specialist assistance dogs to deliver life changing support to children with autism and adults with disabilities and…

3 February

Arden Grange offers retailers the chance to win £1000 of holiday vouchers

Pet food producer Arden Grange is offering retailers the chance to win £1000 in holiday vouchers. Independent stockists of the brand’s products are invited to take part in a product display competition to celebrate the company’s 20th anniversary. Retailers simply need to create a memorable Arden Grange-themed display either in their window or store,…

3 February

Good Vet & Pet Guide names Business of The Year 2017

Midlands based home boarding franchise PetStay Derby has won the Good Vet & Pet Guide’s ‘Business of The Year 2017’ award. Sponsored by raw food manufacturer Natural Instinct, the award is presented to the business with the highest number of five star user reviews received from pet owners on The Good…

3 February

ACANA launches enhanced ranges in the UK

On February 2, Bern Pet Foods launched ACANA’s enhanced range Singles and Regionals pet food to its 700+ retailers across the UK and Ireland. Bern Pet Foods is the exclusive importer and distributor of ORIJEN and ACANA dog and cat food. Singles and Regionals now contain more meat than ever, 50 percent of which…

3 February

Daryl Bailey joins the Dog Rocks team

Daryl Bailey has been appointed head of North American sales by Dog Rocks USA LLC and Dog Rocks UK Distribution Ltd. Daryl previously worked as UK sales manager at The Company of Animals, where he has spent two and a half years developing both existing UK key accounts as well…

3 February

PDSA warns of pet obesity time bomb

Treats, table scraps and lack of exercise are fuelling a pet obesity time bomb, leading vet charity PDSA has warned. The charity’s PAW Report suggests that 5.7 million UK pets (3.4 million dogs, 2 million cats and 260,000 rabbits) are fed treats every day. Owners admitted ‘treating’ their pets to a range…

3 February

Official brand tartan fabric unveiled by pet company

Dogrobes has launched an exclusive tartan fabric that celebrates the company’s Scottish heritage. Inspired by direct requests from customers, the Keith-based business commissioned Araminta Campbell to design a bespoke tartan for the Dogrobes’ brand. After 18-months of development, the result is a striking red and dark grey tartan pattern, which contrasts…

2 February

Puppy purchased as present dumped

A three-month- old puppy, who was purchased as a present, but no longer wanted, has finally found her happily ever after thanks to The Mayhew Animal Home. A young woman originally bought the Jack Russell Terrier cross, named Ella by Mayhew staff, for her boyfriend. When the couple suddenly broke…

2 February

Veggie company achieves joint first place in shopping guide

The Good Shopping Guide has published its ‘World’s Most (and Least) Ethical Companies’ for 2016 and Benevo is listed as joint first place in the pet food category. Director, Darrell de Vries said: “The products are the embodiment of our values and consumers recognise our commitment to ethical alternatives is authentic. “We’ve…