Retailers

Feb- 2023 -

20 February

Dorwest relaunches joint supplement as Jointwell

Dorwest Herbs has relaunched its joint supplement Glucosamine and Chondroitin tablets, under the name Jointwell. The tablets have been updated to complete the Dorwest joint care range, alongside advanced joint care supplement Movewellia and turmeric tablets. The range now covers support for all joint abilities; from everyday support for younger,…

14 February

Jollyes to open new Port Glasgow store

Pet retailer Jollyes will open a new store in Port Glasgow, Scotland on 25 February 2023. The 5,000 square feet store, its sixth in Scotland, will employ 12 staff, led by store manager Andria Keelan. Keelan, 28, joins Jollyes after 13 years at Argos. The new store will offer frozen…

7 February

Pets at Home appoints first veterinary officer

Pets at Home has announced the appointment of Gudrun Ravetz as its first ever veterinary officer. Gurdun is currently head of workplace engagement at Vets4Pets at Pets at Home, and has over 20 years’ experience as a veterinary surgeon. During her career, Gudrun has held a range of roles including…

1 February

Vegan pet food brand Omni hits £400k funding target in 15 minutes

Vegan dog food brand Omni has announced that it has hit its crowdfunding target of £400k within 15 minutes of starting the campaign. Consumers have been offered an investment opportunity for as little as £11, with the campaign already over its funding goal. The company has seen 30% average month-on-month…

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31 January

Pets at Home raises profit outlook

Pet retailer Pets at Home has raised its profit outlook after record Q3 consumer revenues, for the 12 weeks ended 5 January 2023. Its consumer revenues rose 9% year on year boosted by a record number of consumers. Consumer revenues were also up 30% compared to pre-pandemic levels. The company…

27 January

Vale Pet Foods launches training treats

Leicestershire-based pet food company Vale Pet Foods has announced the launch of its new range of air-dried dog training treats. The treats come in three flavours; duck and ox liver, turkey treats with camomile and lavender and super sausage treats with lamb and rosemary. All treat varieties contain sweet potato,…

17 January

Jollyes reports record Christmas sales

Pet retailer Jollyes has reported record sales for the four weeks up to 31 December 2022, with sales up 31% compared with last year. The company stated that the sales were driven by higher demand at existing stores, new store openings and online. Following the company’s new acquisitions and openings…

6 January

Pets Choice launches CBD calming spray

Pets Choice has launched a new CBD calming spray which aims to tackle stress and anxiety in pets. The lavender scented spray can be applied directly to a pet’s bedding or immediate surroundings like carpets or other soft furnishings. The spray uses CBD isolate oil extracted from the flowers, leaves,…

4 January

Hownd partners with Whole Foods Market

UK pet care retailer Hownd has announced that it will be partnering with Whole Foods Market’s to sell its products in the US. The vegan retailer will launch a selection of its conditioning shampoos and body mists, including its ‘Keep Calm,’ ‘Yup You Stink!,’ and ‘Got An Itch?’ product lines,…

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21 December

Hownd makes two additions to ethical range

Hownd has launched new ‘Knot a Care’ silicone-free natural detangler and ‘Can You Hear Me?’ natural ear cleaner. According to the retailer, its detangler “easily unleashes” knots and tangles. It is made with chicory prebiotic and vegan keratin for “silky, sleek and shiny” results and scented with bergamot and patchouli…