Industry News
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Sep- 2025 -8 September
GekkoVet and Royal Canin to expand AI vet tool worldwide after pilot success
Finnish health technology company GekkoVet and pet nutrition group Royal Canin are set to expand their collaboration worldwide after a pilot programme found strong support for the use of artificial intelligence in veterinary decision-making. The companies said 92% of veterinarians taking part in the trial reported that GekkoVet’s software improved…
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5 September
Monkfield launches UK-first reptile food alternative EvoRx
Monkfield Reptile has introduced EvoRx, a new frozen reptile food product described as the first of its kind in the UK. The sausage-shaped product, developed by Arcadia, is designed as an alternative to frozen rodents for snakes and omnivorous reptiles. Monkfield said the format could help attract new keepers who…
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5 September
Groom + Kind launches in the UK
A new UK-based grooming supplies brand, Groom + Kind, has launched with a focus on improving the wellbeing of professional groomers. The company offers a curated range of ergonomic tools, salon essentials and maintenance products designed to improve efficiency and reduce physical strain in grooming work. Groom + Kind is…
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5 September
Pets Choice acquires Kennelpak brands out of administration
Pets Choice has acquired several brands from Kennelpak after the pet products supplier fell into administration. The Lancashire-based manufacturer confirmed it had acquired Breederpack, Kennelboy, Kennelmaid, Duchess and Dylan from administrators of Kennelpak. The labels will join an existing portfolio that includes Webbox, Bob Martin, Felight, TastyBone, Vet’s Kitchen and…
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4 September
Nova Dog Chews launches Pumpkin Powder and Goat Milk Powder
Nova Dog Chews has launched two new functional supplements, Pumpkin Powder and Goat Milk Powder, designed to support pet health and wellbeing as part of its growing natural nutrition range. According to Nova, the new products respond to rising demand from pet owners for “convenient, nutritious additions to their pets’…
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4 September
Naked Dog launches personalised raw food sleeves in local pet shops
Raw pet food company Naked Dog has launched a limited run of personalised packaging across independent pet shops in the UK. The initiative features 200 sleeves on packs of its beef raw dog food, each printed with one of the country’s 20 most common dog names, from Arlo to Yogi.…
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3 September
RCVS introduces new postgrad accreditation and QA processes
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has introduced an updated process for the review and accreditation of postgraduate certificates delivered by external organisations. The completion of this updated process would allow veterinary surgeons to apply for advanced practitioner (AP) status. The new procedures align the criteria for accreditation of…
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3 September
Zomedica signs UK distribution deal with Pioneer Veterinary Products
Zomedica has appointed Pioneer Veterinary Products Limited as its UK distribution partner, expanding access to the company’s point-of-care technologies across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Pioneer will lead sales and support for the small animal market on an exclusive basis and act as a non-exclusive distributor for equine products.…
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2 September
Zooomy to launch at PATS NEC Birmingham
Zooomy, a new veterinary-developed joint supplement for pets, is set to debut at PATS NEC Birmingham later this month. Created by veterinary surgeons Humphrey and Joanna Grimmett, is a liquid formula using long-chain hyaluronic acid, an ingredient associated with healthy joint function in horses, dogs and cats. The husband-and-wife team,…
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2 September
Buffalo Co secures exclusive distribution deal with Decco
Natural dog treat supplier Buffalo Co has agreed an exclusive distribution partnership with Decco, the UK’s largest garden centre wholesaler. The tie-up gives the family-run firm nationwide access to retailers through Decco’s logistics and retail network. Buffalo Co, founded in the UK, supplies a range of single-protein, additive-free dog treats…
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