Trade Organisations

PIF to host Business of Pets Conference 2025

The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) is set to host its Business of Pets Conference 2025 on 5-6 June at the Cranfield Business Management Centre, near Milton Keynes. Sponsored by Worldpay and designed for pet businesses, the conference is aimed at providing insights, expert-led discussions and networking opportunities for both manufacturers…

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PIF launches new customer service course for pet businesses

The Pet Industry Federation has announced the launch of its new Customer Service Excellence course, designed specifically for professionals in the UK pet industry. The course aims to equip businesses with the skills to enhance customer relationships and handle complaints effectively. The course covers everything from communication strategies to upselling…

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PIF urges government action on pet business licensing data gaps

The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) has formally raised concerns with Baroness Hayman of Ullock, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State at DEFRA, regarding the lack of accurate and consistent animal licensing data across England. Following a detailed analysis of DEFRA licensing data, required by The Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals)…

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OATA appoints two new directors

The Ornamental Aquatic Trade Association (OATA) has welcomed two new directors to its board. Jeremy Gay of Fishkeeping News and Mark Smith of Pets at Home join the 15 other voluntary directors who make up the OATA board. EcoMarines’ Laura Carlin continues in the second year of her two-year stint…

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PIF launches Small Business Support membership

DJH Corporate Finance (formerly DTE Corporate Finance) has announced its advisory role in the acquisition of 3BM Group, a prominent property services business specialising in project management, consultancy services, architecture and planning, by RSK, a global leader in the delivery of sustainable solutions with more than 200 environmental, engineering and…

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UK pet industry writes to chancellor over budget concerns

The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) has written to the chancellor of the exchequer, Rachel Reeves, this week to express significant concerns about the recent Budget and its potential negative effects on the pet industry and pet ownership. The UK pet industry, a £7bn sector, supports millions of pet owners and…

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PIF launches new job board

The Pet Industry Federation has launched a new job board feature for companies looking for top talent. The PIF Job Board connects individuals who are specifically interested in careers within the pet industry with employers, making it easier for companies to find the “perfect” candidate for vacant positions. PIF members…

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UK Pet Food appoints two new chairs to lead sustainability work

UK Pet Food has appointed Priya Hamilton, corporate affairs manager at Purina, and Caroline Curtis, operations director at Tails.com, as its new chairs to lead its sustainability committee. Both Hamilton and Curtis have been active members of the committee since its formation in 2020. The committee’s mission is to support…

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Pet Blood Bank UK announces price freeze on products

Pet Blood Bank UK has announced that it will not increase prices on its lifesaving blood products this April, thanks to generous fundraising support over the past year. Along with holding prices, it will also continue to subsidise the cost of fresh frozen plasma and provide blood products free of…

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UK Pet Food appoints Rupert Phillips as new chairman

UK Pet Food, the trade association for the UK Pet Food industry, has appointed Rupert Phillips, managing director of Pet (UK & Ireland) at Spectrum Brands, as its new chairman. According to UK Pet Food, Phillips is well-equipped to lead UK Pet Food alongside the team over the next two…

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