Forthglade
This coverage focuses on Forthglade, a UK pet food brand specialising in natural meals and treats, and its role in the pet retail and supply chain market. Pet Gazette reports on Forthglade’s product launches, nutritional research, sustainability initiatives, and partnerships with independent retailers, national chains, and distributors. Our coverage provides pet trade professionals with insights into the brand’s market positioning, category growth opportunities, and contribution to the natural pet food sector.
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Dec- 2019 -4 DecemberAppointment
PFMA welcomes Forthglade into membership
Dog food manufacturer, Forthglade, has joined the Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association (PFMA). The appointment of Forthglade, brings the total membership to 85 companies, which accounts for over 90% of the market. Forthglade has been producing dog food since 1971 and includes ranges of wet and dry dog food alongside treats.…
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Sep- 2019 -23 SeptemberAwards
Forthglade wins Silver Award at Petquip Awards 2019
Forthglade’s ‘Great Dog Walking Challenge’ has been awarded the Silver award in Petquip’s ‘Marketing Project of the year’ category. The campaign focused on two national news stories highlighting how UK dog walking was in decline and was supported by content aiming to “inspire and encourage” dog walkers to spend more…
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17 SeptemberCharities
Forthglade partners with National Trust to promote healthier dogs
Pet food manufacturer Forthglade has partnered with the National Trust to support its ‘Dogs Welcome’ project. The ‘Dogs Welcome’ project will help canine companions and their owners enjoy the places cared for by the National Trust, across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. The three year partnership will put developments in…
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Jul- 2019 -22 JulyAwards
Finalists announced for PetQuip Awards
Over 70 of the pet companies have been short-listed for the 2019 PetQuip Awards, which will be given out during a gala dinner at PATS, Telford. For the first time a number of overseas entries were received for the various product categories, reflecting the international scope of the PATS Telford…
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3 JulyManufacturers
New factory drives 21% sales increase for Forthglade
Forthglade, the award-winning natural pet food brand, has increased sales by 21% for the year ended 30 September 2018 in accounts soon to be filed at Companies House. Established in 1971 and based in Okehampton, Devon, the company’s turnover rose to £16.8m, compared with £13.9m in 2017, driven by further…
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Jun- 2019 -24 JunePet Owners
Forthglade urges owners to take ‘mindful’ walkies in new campaign
As part of Forthglade’s Great Dog Walk Challenge, the Devonian pet food makers announced results from a national mindful dog walking survey, with the aim of encouraging more UK dog owners to make the most of precious daily dog walking time; for improved health and wellbeing through exercise, valuable down…
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7 JuneManufacturers
Forthglade launches new award
Devon-based pet food makers Forthglade, has announced the launch of the ‘South West England’s Most Dog Friendly Pub of the Year Awards 2019/20’, in association with the South West Tourism Awards. The awards will run individually across four regions; Devon, Cornwall, Dorset, plus Bristol, Bath and Somerset. The winners from…
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Feb- 2019 -22 FebruaryManufacturers
Only 42% of owners walk their dogs every day
Forthglade has launched a dog walking campaign as research commissioned by the natural dog food producer showed only 42% of owners walked their dog on a daily basis. Some 58% of owners admitted to not walking their dog as often, and for as long, as they should, with the average…
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Jan- 2019 -18 JanuaryManufacturers
Forthglade reveals new recipes for 2019
Devon-based dog food manufacturer, Forthglade, has expanded its range of 100% natural, grain-free complete meals with two new recipes for 2019. Designed for sensitive tummies, Forthglade’s new chicken recipe includes nutrient-dense liver, providing vitamins and minerals which are essential to health; whilst the sardines meal is said to be protein…
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Nov- 2018 -28 NovemberManufacturers
Forthglade opens £8m factory in Devon
Natural pet food manufacturer, Forthglade, opened its new 70,000 sq ft factory in Devon at the Okehampton East Business Park, next to Dartmoor National park. The new opening is set to increase the 130-strong local production team to 150 staff over the next few years. Established in 1971 and previously…
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