Industry News

Aug- 2016 -

10 August

Natures Menu invests over £10m into pet food production

Dog and cat food manufacturer Natures Menu has invested over £10 million into its production capacity. The Norfolk-based company is in the process of expanding its manufacturing capabilities. The company’s new production site is currently under construction and is expected to be fully operational from September 2017. The developments will support the launch of new formats…

10 August

Business opportunities at UK grooming event

Pet retailers and manufacturers have a fantastic opportunity to diversify and access a thriving market of the pet sector by attending this year’s British Dog Grooming Championship. The event, which will be held on Sunday 2 October at Warwickshire Exhibition Centre near Leamington Spa is organised by the British Dog Groomers’…

9 August

Knutsford garden centre closes its doors

A Knutsford garden centre is due to close following a “lack of sales”and too many people “supporting google and ebay”. All-in-one, a family-run business, closed its doors after a drop in footfall caused financially problems. Jason Stafford, chairman of All-In-One told the Knutsford Guardian: “It didn’t make any money”. “A…

9 August

Unipet achieves A grade accreditation

Unipet has achieved an ‘A’ grade accreditation from the British Retail Consortium (BRC) for its suet based wild bird complementary feed products. Following months of hard work and the continued efforts from every individual in the business, the company is now officially recognised as a certificated supplier as part of the BRC Global Standards Food Safety…

9 August

PFMA will attend PATS for the first time

The Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association (PFMA) will be attending PATS Telford 2016, 25-26 September for the first time. The PFMA team is taking Stand C53 to reinforce its educational messages following ‘The Truth about Pet Food’ campaign. The organisation will be offering members of the trade the chance to win £100…

9 August

No Bend pet bowl trials with major retailer

The team behind No Bend Pet Bowl have confirmed a six week store trial with a major retail group. Trials within The Southern Co-operative start this September and run into October. The move comes after the Northampton based manufacturer and distributor of the innovative pet feeding product, recently announced a new…

9 August

New report highlights problems with Dangerous Dogs Act

A new report from the RSPCA has exposed the flaws and ‘ineffectiveness’ of the breed specific law. The report, Breed Specific Legislation: A Dog’s Dinner, highlights that the RSPCA believes “Breed Specific Legislation (BSL) has failed to meet its goals of improving public safety by reducing the number of dog bites…

8 August

Wahl UK supports Battersea Dogs and Cats Home

23 professional clippers and trimmers, along with new blades and accessories have been donated to Battersea Dogs and Cats Home by clipper manufacturer Wahl (UK) Ltd. The UK based company was approached by Battersea Dogs and Cats Home to supply some new clippers and trimmers for the vet clinic. Happy to help, Wahl…

8 August

Eukanuba advises retailers about obesity

The number of overweight and obese pets continues to rise in the UK. Kellie Ceccarelli, the veterinary training manager for Eukanuba, shares her top tips on how you can advise pet owners to keep an eye on their dog’s waistline so they can live a long, happy and healthy life. 1.…

8 August

Thieves steal from Trophy Pet Foods franchisee

A Trophy Pet Foods franchisee has been left out of pocket after thieves took thousands of pounds worth of equipment. Dave Hume had his van stolen from outside his house, in County Durham, overnight on July 27. When he woke up at 6am he noticed the Ford Transit was missing.…