Retailers

Mar- 2023 -

29 March

Danish Design acquired by Petcare Group

Danish Design Pet Products has announced that it has been acquired by Swedish company Petcare Group. As a result of the acquisition, the founding directors of Danish Design, Stuart and Susanne Newsome, will have a phased exit of the business and retire. The Yorkshire-based company stated that the partnership will…

29 March

Pooch Snax launches Porky Ears pet treats

British dog treat brand Pooch Snax has launched its Porky Ears range of natural dog treats to independent pet stores and wholesalers across the UK. Porky Ears are a British pork treat range made from 100% British pork which is shaped into ears and air-dried. Pooch stated that these dog…

28 March

H&H Group launches Zesty Paws

H&H Group has announced plans to expand its pet nutrition and care segment with the launch of Zesty Paws in the UK. The Florida-based pet food brand was acquired by H&H Group in August 2021, signalling the group’s “continued expansion” into pet health and wellness. H&H Group said that the…

27 March

Little BigPaw donates pet food to Ukraine

Little BigPaw, the UK-based Pet Food brand in conjunction with Mackle Pet Foods have donated pet food to Ukraine in a bid to support The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) “Save the Pets of Ukraine” initiative. The Pet Industry Federation has chaired its first working party to identify ways in which…

27 March

Joii Pet Care launches flea and tick subscription

Veterinary care app Joii Pet Care, which offers digital calls with RCVS-registered vets and nurses, has announced the launch of a flea and tick subscription service. The product will be its own subscription model with free delivery and worming treatment is also available for both cats and dogs. A 10%…

24 March

Doodlebone partners with Perfect Pet Insurance

Dog accessory brand Doodlebone has partnered with Perfect Pet Insurance (t/a Tedaisy Insurance Brokers Limited) to help UK dog owners during a cost of living crisis. This partnership was formed as both brands share “a passion for the health, well-being, and safety of dogs everywhere”. The strategic partnership will see…

23 March

New Jollyes Scunthorpe to include Jolly Groomer

Jollyes has announced that its new store in Scunthorpe, which is set to open on 24 March, will be the first Jollyes to include a Jolly Groomer. The retailer announced a £1m investment last week aimed at expanding the company’s vet and grooming output. The new store will include ‘Wash…

23 March

Mars Petcare launches Pedigree Multivitamins

Mars Petcare has launched new Pedigree Multivitamins, a trio of soft chews formulated to help pets with their immunity, digestion, and joints. The vitamin blend, which has been developed with the Waltham Petcare Science Institute team, vets and pet nutritionists, aims to support overall dog health and contains “100% natural…

22 March

Pawable announces new calming supplement

Pawable has announced a new ‘multi-approach’ calming supplement called “Calming by Pawable”. The product combines herbs including chamomile, ginger, thyme, and turmeric with fruits, offering a natural anti-bacterial and an anti-inflammatory support. It also has minimally processed Schizochytrium Algal Omega-3 Powder, which is a highly bioavailable source of essential fatty…

22 March

First Pets at Home store in Chester undergoes major refurbishment

The first Pets at Home store at Greyhound Retail Park in Chester has opened its doors after undergoing a full refurbishment. The store was the first in the pet care specialist’s portfolio when it opened in 1991, bringing a “new shopping experience” for pet owners in the town. Three decades…