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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Dec- 2016 -19 DecemberCurrent Affairs
Thieves ransack pet shop
A professional groomer and pet shop owner was ransacked by thieves who took a Christmas raffle prize, charity money raised from the raffle as well as 255kg of dog food. K9 Grooming Solutions were left shocked following the robbery last week. The Rochdale-based business found the till missing from its place…
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16 DecemberCurrent Affairs
Laughing Dog celebrates 80 years in business
Boston based company, Laughing Dog has been marking a very important occasion – its 80th birthday. Established in 1936, the dog food company oven bakes its entire range of dry dog food at its family-run farm in Lincolnshire. Originally formed in Dunchurch, Coventry, the well-loved brand joined Fold Hill Foods family…
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7 DecemberProducts
Dog food’s sustainably caught fish are MSC-certified
Beco Food for Dogs uses sustainably caught fish certified by The Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) watchdog. The range contains only ethically and locally sourced human-grade ingredients. All products are meat-meal-free and grain-free. The brand’s founders, dog owners George Bramble and Toby Massey, argue that if discerning shoppers want gluten-free food, free-range chicken and…
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Nov- 2016 -16 NovemberIndustry News
TRULINE by Pero recognised as number one dry dog food brand
TRULINE by Pero has been recognised as the #1 best UK dry dog food brand for 2016 by the Dog Digest. Truline is the ultra premium high meat and grain free dog food, developed by the UK’s leading pet nutritionists and freshly produced in the UK. Pero’s recipes are designed…
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11 NovemberIndustry News
Skinner’s will release new range for pets in 2017
Suffolk based company Skinner’s Petfoods will be moving into the pet sector from early 2017. The new ‘Life’ range for companion animals will be available alongside Skinner’s well established food for working dogs. A premium range for all life stages, Life builds on Skinner’s extensive experience in developing the highest quality…
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8 NovemberCurrent Affairs
Arden Grange celebrates 20 years
Arden Grange Pet Foods is celebrating a big anniversary. It’s been 20 years since Ardenburg German Shepherds owners Graham and Wendy Stephens launched their nutritionally complete and naturally hypoallergenic product. Two decades later, Arden Grange is still producing new innovations. The company recently added krill, an excellent new source of omega-3 and 6, to its…
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Oct- 2016 -24 OctoberIndustry News
Skinner’s Pet Foods announces new sponsorship agreement
Skinner’s Pet Foods has announced a new sponsorship agreement with The Point-to-Point Authority. Skinner’s has become one of the Authority’s National Sponsors in support of a series of 20 races. These will be known as The Skinner’s Pet Foods Ladies Open Point-to-Point Series. Clare Hazell, chief executive of The Point-to-Point…
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21 OctoberCurrent Affairs
Skinner’s appoints new managing director
British dog food producer Skinner’s has appointed a new managing director. Current finance director, Lee Phillips, will replace outgoing MD Greg Panter who is stepping down after 16 years. Lee, who will take over on November 1, joined Skinner’s in February 2002 as financial controller. He became finance director in 2008. Throughout…
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20 OctoberCurrent Affairs
Almost half of owners think their dog is smarter than their friends
40 percent of pet owners think their dog is more intelligent than some of their friends, according to a new study. It also highlighted that a healthy diet of foods such as salmon, peas and sweet potato can provide the nutrients to improve a pet’s IQ, memory and response to commands. The data…
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14 OctoberCurrent Affairs
ROYAL CANIN® helps to promote the Guide Dogs charity
ROYAL CANIN® and the Guide Dogs charity are launching a retail promotion and social media campaign. They’ll be building greater awareness of the work that Guide Dogs does in helping people with sight loss enjoy confidence and independence. 8,000 UK guide dogs are now fed on ROYAL CANIN® food…
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