Dog Food
Dog food remains a dominant revenue driver across the UK pet retail sector, with evolving consumer preferences shaping what retailers stock and promote. Pet Gazette covers new product innovations in dry, wet, raw, gently cooked, freeze-dried, and functional dog food — including life-stage formulas and breed-specific options. We report on developments from manufacturers, pricing strategies at wholesale level, distribution partnerships, sustainability claims, and shifts in shopper behaviour. Coverage also includes import/export considerations, private label opportunities, and regulatory updates affecting those selling or supplying dog food in a commercial capacity.
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Apr- 2022 -14 AprilPet Owners
Vegan dog food healthier than conventional meat, claims new study
Veterinary surgeons at OMNI welcome the findings of a new scientific paper published yesterday by Plos One that a vegan dog food diet is healthier than the conventional meat diet. In the paper a survey was conducted of dog owners and 2,536 completed the questionnaire. The majority (54%) were feeding…
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13 AprilEvents
Petcare Innovation Summit Best in Show Spotlight finalists announced
The finalists of the Petcare Innovation Summit Best in Show Spotlight were announced last week ahead of the event taking place in London, 17-18 May 2022. The Spotlight provides the opportunity to hear from the most exciting companies in the petcare space currently looking for investment or partnership across pet…
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12 AprilFeatures
The environmental impact of pet ownership
Sustainability is a crucial focus for consumers and pet food is no exception. The demand for eco-friendly pet food options is on the rise as pet owners look to reduce their carbon footprint while meeting the nutritional needs of their furry friends. Reducing “carbon pawprints” has made headlines in recent…
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7 AprilRetailers
Fish4Dogs unveils new addition to FPCF range
Fish4Dogs, the dog food and treats brand, has introduced a second flavour to its Finest Puppy Complete Food (FPCF). Fish4Dogs Finest Puppy Complete Food is grain-free, healthy, and made without chicken, lamb, beef or pork, proteins often responsible for causing intolerances in some dogs, so a fish protein diet is…
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4 AprilIndustry News
Percuro launches new collaboration with Petsure
Insect protein pet food company Percuro and UK specialist pet insurance provider Petsure have revealed a partnership deal which aims to “revolutionise” the pet industry. Headquartered in Warwickshire, Percuro is a low carbon paw-print, planet friendly pet food using a combination of ethically farmed insect larvae and natural healing ingredients,…
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Mar- 2022 -30 MarchIndustry News
Percuro Pet Food and Petsure agree partnership deal
Leading global insect protein pet food company Percuro and UK specialist pet insurance provider Petsure have confirmed they have entered into a partnership. Headquartered in Warwickshire, Percuro is a “planet friendly pet food” using a combination of ethically farmed insect larvae and natural healing ingredients, specially formulated for the health…
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22 MarchIndustry News
Carnilove launches new True Fresh Range
BSB Products, the UK distributors for Carnilove dog and cat foods, has introduced three brand-new Carnilove dog products: True Fresh dog food; True Fresh Raw Freeze Dried Snacks and Meat Jerky Snacks. BSB said all of these new Carnilove dog foods and snacks deliver “irresistible taste and are grain- and…
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21 MarchFeatures
The ethical age is now
Why is it so important to be an ethical firm? I hope one day soon this won’t even be a question we need to answer in the pet industry. I was interviewed recently at our stand at Crufts by The Telegraph for being the first vegan pet food brand at…
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21 MarchFeatures
How dog food made from insects protects the environment
In Germany alone more than 10 million dogs need to be fed every day. Usually meat-based dog food is put into the bowl. This is the norm and will surprise very few people. After all, dogs are semi-carnivores and therefore depend on being supplied with a sufficient amount of animal…
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Feb- 2022 -10 FebruaryManufacturers
Paleo Ridge secures £2m funding to support expansion
Paleo Ridge has secured a £2m investment from private equity firm, Ashridge Capital, to help support its ongoing expansion. The new investment will help fund the opening of a new despatch and manufacturing facility, supporting the expansion of the raw dog food manufacturer’s capabilities and the creation of over 20…
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