Pedigree Wholesale north sales team manager John Newbury dies

Pedigree Wholesale has announced that John Newbury, its north sales team manager, has passed away on Sunday 17 August 2025, following a short illness. Newbury joined Pedigree in September 2019 as aquatics business unit manager, later becoming north sales team manager. Known for his expertise and dedication, he was a…

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Jollyes unveils KatKin partnership

Jollyes has announced that it has partnered with fresh cat food brand KatKin to become its largest retail partner to date. As a result, KatKin products have now officially launched in 80 Jollyes stores across Britain, and the range will include six different recipes, plus variety packs. The partnership comes…

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Butternut Box and Surrey Uni launch research on fresh dog food

Butternut Box has partnered with the University of Surrey on a multi-year study into the health outcomes of fresh dog food, supported by an Innovate UK Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP). The project will examine how different diets affect dogs’ skin health, immune response and overall wellbeing.  Research will be carried…

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Brit Premium by Nature launches collagen chewable treats for dogs

Brit Premium by Nature has introduced a new range of collagen-based chewable treats, designed as an alternative to traditional rawhide products. The treats, available as sticks, hollow tubes and waves, include a variant filled with turkey meat for added flavour and nutritional value.  Made with up to 70% bovine collagen,…

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Protexin launches new online hub

Protexin has launched a new online hub, delivering 30 years of science-backed expertise and trusted gut health products directly to pet owners. With the launch of its new platform, consumers can now purchase Protexin products directly. Alongside the launch, Protexin has refreshed some of its most trusted products. Alongside the…

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Five reasons why your organisation should apply for the Purina BetterWithPets Prize today

If your organisation is making a difference to people’s wellbeing through the power of the pet-human bond, read on!  Applications are now open for the 2025 Purina BetterWithPets Prize, and this is more than just an opportunity for funding – it’s a chance to grow your impact and become part…

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Scottish SPCA reports surge in demand and growing community impact

The Scottish SPCA has highlighted a sharp rise in demand for its services alongside increased engagement with its community-based initiatives in its 2025 mid-year report. Between January and June, the Society recorded a 19.5% rise in calls to give up pets, a 62.5% increase in foster placements, and delivered more…

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Puppies.co.uk calls for national licensing laws on puppy trade

Puppies.co.uk has called for new national licensing laws to crackdown on the criminal puppy trade and unsafe rescues. The company sent Freedom of Information requests to metropolitan borough councils and found they received over 200 reports of illegally imported pets. Many dogs arriving from countries such as Romania, Ukraine and…

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Wagg launches dog-friendly ‘Pupnic’ benches in UK parks

Pet food brand Wagg is rolling out a series of dog-sized picnic benches in parks across the UK to mark the launch of its new Chews range and National Dog Day on 26 August. The ‘Pupnic’ benches, built from sustainable materials and 30cm high to accommodate dogs of all breeds,…

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The Kennel Club announces closure of Bark and Read

The Kennel Club and The Kennel Club Educational Trust have announced the closure of the Bark and Read Alliance. The organisation stated that the initiative has now surpassed the original goal of promoting canine-assisted literacy support in schools, within a framework that benefits both dogs and children. Therefore, the decision…

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