Industry News

Jan- 2015 -

30 January

39 Percent Rise in Volume of Goods Sold

The volume of goods sold throughout the retail sector grew by 39% in January compared with the same period in 2014, according to the latest data from the Confederation of British Industry (CBI). The CBI’s Distributive Trades Survey, which polled 127 UK retailers, found that volumes grew faster than expected,…

28 January

Pets at Homes VIP Club Customer Scheme Raises £2 MILLION for Animal Charities

More than 560 animal charities across the UK are celebrating after receiving more than £2 million over the past 18 months thanks to generous Pets at Home’s customers. The donations, shared between both national and local independent animal charities on a monthly basis, have been raised by the Pet retailer’s…

27 January

Benefits of Pets to Older People Celebrated at House of Lords

The way in which pets bring support to the lives of older people was celebrated at the National Office of Animal Health (NOAH)’s Pet Event last week at the House of Lords. But the event also highlighted some changes and improvements needed to allow this relationship to thrive, to the…

20 January

Beaphar UK Strengthens Marketing Team with Digital Executive

Manufacturers, developers and and marketers of pharmaceuticals, healthcare products and premium complete foods for pets, Beaphar UK is pleased to announce its new recruit, Tom Offord. Tom has joined the pet healthcare group as Digital & Events Marketing Executive. Tom, based at Haverhill, will be responsible for digital marketing activities,…

19 January

Arden Grange Wins ‘Best Dry Cat Food’ Award

Sussex based super-premium pet food company Arden Grange achieved a number of big successes for both its feline and canine ranges in the Your Dog and Your Cat Magazine awards 2014/15, namely scooping the top prize ‘Best Dry Cat Food’ for its Adult fresh chicken and potato recipe. The awards, now…

18 January

Pooch and Mutt Launch in Switzerland Through Manor

The award-winning manufacturers of natural treats and grain free foods Pooch & Mutt is launching in Switzerland with the country’s top and largest department store chain, Manor. Pooch & Mutt will be stocked in Manor’s pet section throughout Switzerland and have also won the European Design Award for the outstanding packaging…

15 January

Blue Chip Original Wins Product of the Year at Your Horse Awards 2014

Sheffield-based Horse Supplement and Feed Balancer manufacturer Blue Chip has been awarded Product of the Year at the Your Horse Awards 2014 by the British public. The gong went to its best-selling feed balancer Blue Chip Original. Over a period of six months votes were cast to find the…

14 January

Acana Offer A Chance for Dogs To Shape Up for January Too

It’s not just pet owners who commit to losing a few extra pounds this New Year. They are also taking a closer look at what they are feeding their overweight dogs. Overweight pets, like humans, can suffer from a number of health issues such as osteoarthritis, cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Obesity can…

13 January

Stock Up On NEW Superior Bucktons Range

PIGEON fanciers are set to flock to retailers of the new Bucktons Superior Plus range, the latest scientific advance in pigeon food, by the Hull based company who offer a choice of wild bird products, information on how to enjoy the birds in your garden and expertise for wild bird enthusiasts.…

8 January

Butch & Bess set to rebrand as HOWND

Natural pet grooming product company Butch & Bess, which manufactures shampoos and coat sprays for pet owners and professionals, has adopted a new name as part of a company rebrand. The Borehamwood-based company, which has been named as one of the best emerging product businesses in the UK by Startups,…