Industry News

Mar- 2016 -

11 March

Charlie Little dog treats to be stocked exclusively by Pets at Home

Pets at Home has become the exclusive stockist of the new Charlie Little range of wet and dry food and semi-moist treats for smaller dogs. The range will feature three flavours of 1.5kg dry kibble, four flavours of pâté in 195g cans, four 150g DeliPots and four flavours of treats in…

10 March

Sunday trading law proposals defeated

Following the failure of the government’s proposals for Sunday trading hours to be relaxed, experts feel it is now time to reform the High Street in order to help it every day of the week. The Chancellor announced a “full review of the structure of business rates” fifteen months ago…

10 March

Dog owners talk to their pet more than their partner

Nearly half of dog owners (41 percent) talk to their pet more than their partner and 40 percent are more likely to share their deepest secrets with their dog, according to new research. The study, by Tails.com, found that owners spend 47 minutes talking to their dog each day. Four in…

10 March

‘Hands Off’ campaign relaunched

The Ornamental Aquatic Trade Association is re-launching its #handsoffmyhobby campaign as Scottish, Welsh and Northern Irish voters go to the polls in May. This time, the trade association is asking businesses and hobbyists to ask their local politicians where they stand on the issue of exotic pets and proclaim their…

9 March

Pets Choice acquires Tasty Bone

Pet food manufacturer Pets Choice Limited has announced its acquisition of pet brand, Tasty Bone. Tasty Bone manufactures nylon and rubber chew and play toys. The acquisition took place on 3rd March 2016 after founder and managing director, Ken Seymour, made the decision to retire and search for a suitable buyer. Tony Raeburn,…

9 March

Zero hour contracts on the rise

The amount of people who said they were on a contract that guaranteed no minimum hours has risen to 801,000, according to the Office of National Statistics. This covers 2.5 percent of the employed workforce in the UK, up from 2.3 percent in the same period of 2014. ONS statistician Nick Palmer…

9 March

Nature’s Harvest Elite launches small dog and cat ranges

Judge’s Choice Petfood Ltd has launched the Small Dog Elite range of complete grain free wet food for adult small breed dogs. It’s accompanied by a new range of complete wet food, Elite for Cats. Nature’s Harvest Small Dog Elite and Elite for Cats are manufactured in the UK with…

9 March

Government faces problems with Sunday trading hours vote

The government could struggle to extend Sunday trading hours in England and Wales following upset from the Scottish National Party and Conservative backbenchers. MPs will cast their vote on handing over the controls of Sunday trading hours to local councils which could see an increase in opening hours of up…

9 March

PATS Sandown will be host to impressive new exhibitors

PATS Sandown is set to be even popular this year with a host of new and international exhibitors as well as the industry’s big-name brands, all of which will be showcasing their 2016 launches over two action packed days on March 22-23. A total of 140 companies will be showcasing their new products,…

9 March

Pooch & Mutt joins forces with Innovation Sports

Dog food specialist Pooch & Mutt has teamed up with running and outdoor event planning experts, Innovation Sports. The healthy pet food company will be promoting its naturally powered pet food at Innovation Sports’ 15k, 10k, 5k and 2k races and fitness corporate days out across London. The Pooch & Mutt Events team…