Survey reveals pet owners’ tech hopes for the future of animal care

Automatic poo collectors, anxiety aids and paw-recognition doors are among the innovations pet owners most want to see, according to a new survey from Pet Drugs Online. The poll of 2,000 UK cat and dog owners found that 34% want devices to automatically pick up waste, while 29% called for…

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Improve International partners with Central CPD

Veterinary education providers Improve International and Central CPD have announced a merger aimed at expanding their range of continuing professional development (CPD) training for veterinary professionals. The partnership combines Improve International’s global reach and postgraduate qualification programmes with Central CPD’s practitioner-led courses and digital learning platform. The merged business will…

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Inspired Pet Nutrition acquires French firm Sopral

Inspired Pet Nutrition (IPN) has agreed terms to acquire Sopral, a prominent branded pet food platform serving the European market, with manufacturing operations based in France, for an undisclosed amount. Based in Pléchâtel, Brittany, France, Sopral is a manufacturer of branded premium dry petfood with a comprehensive range of nutritional…

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Pet Acoustics+ app introduces first-ever mobile hearing test and calming music platform for companion animals

In a groundbreaking leap for pet wellness, Pet Acoustics Inc. introduces the Pet Acoustics+ App, a revolutionary mobile platform that combines science-backed calming music with the world’s first hearing health test for dogs and cats. Designed by Janet Marlow, leading pet psychoacoustics expert and founder of Pet Acoustics, the app…

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Dog by Just for Pets launches new website

Specialist dog retailer Dog by Just for Pets has launched a new website offering its full range of high-end products online. The site, dogonline.co.uk, features the same curated selection available in-store, including designer collars, leads and accessories from brands such as BOSS, Barbour, Tommy Hilfiger, Dogs and Horses, Florence by…

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Denzel’s partners with Prolog Fulfilment for UK delivery

Dog treat brand Denzel’s has partnered with Prolog Fulfilment to manage the distribution of its product portfolio to consumers and retailers across the UK. Prolog will support Denzel’s with a comprehensive omnichannel fulfilment solution, handling everything from stock management to delivery for both B2B and direct-to-consumer orders (DTC). The service…

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Could your organisation be awarded £170,000?

If your organisation is making a difference by improving lives through the power of the pet-human bond, now is the time to apply for Purina’s BetterWithPets Prize 2025. Run by Purina PetCare Europe, the annual Prize offers a share of a two-year grant of £170,000 (€200,000)1 for organisations and social enterprises…

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Assisi Petcare acquires Yakers

Assisi Petcare has acquired Yakers, a natural dog treat brand, from pet industry group Kennelpak. Launched in 2017, Yakers introduced Himalayan-style chews to the UK market. The treats are made from a high-protein, low-fat recipe and are designed to be long-lasting, aiding dental hygiene and digestion.  The brand is now…

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DotDotPet partners with Jollyes to promote full range

DotDotPet has announced that its full product range is now available in Jollyes Pet Stores across the UK. The new retail partnership means DotDotPet’s growing range of wellness supplements, calming shampoos and eco-conscious accessories will now be available both in-store and online via the Jollyes website. The news follows the…

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Pawd Drinks backs Dog Awareness Week to help protect delivery workers

Pet health supplement company Pawd Drinks is supporting Dog Awareness Week, a campaign aimed at reducing dog attacks on postal and delivery workers. Founders Archie Wilson and Rory Hanna, whose business is based in London, are lending their backing to the Royal Mail Group and Communication Workers Union (CWU) initiative. …

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