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Pet stores win Arden Grange Competition

Pet food company Arden Grange has announced the winners of its 20th anniversary retailer competition. The winning pet stores were: A Coombs in Hove Aarons Pet Shop in Portishead Creature Comforts in Rugeley M&L Pets World in Wrexham All of the winners created imaginative window displays featuring Arden Grange products.…

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Bira asks political parties to support independent retailers

With the UK’s General Election set for June 8, the British Independent Retailers Association (bira) has asked all parties to pledge their support for the independent retailer. In a statement released by the organisation, bira said: “It was a comfort to the sector when the Department for Communities and Local Government…

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Dorwest

Dorwest celebrates nearly seventy years within the pet sector Dorwest is passionate about keeping dogs and cats healthy. The family-run company produces its own range of dietary supplements and homoeopathic products. It’s the only manufacturer of herbal medicines authorised by the Veterinary Medicines Directorate. Managing director, Jo Boughton-White, is the proud…

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SuperZoo opens for registration

SuperZoo has opened registration for the 2017 show  in Las Vegas, July 25-27, with conference sessions July 24-26. North America’s leading pet retail trade exposition and conference produced by World Pet Association (WPA) added 85,000 square feet of exhibit space in 2016. SuperZoo will reconfigure its exhibit hall for 2017 so…

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AQUA 2017 set to be a busy show

AQUA 2017 is aiming hopes high and expects a busy and exciting show in October as the exhibition hall at Telford International Centre will be packed with companies showcasing new products. Show organiser Annie Foord said: “I’m happy to report that the UK’s major exhibitors are again heading for Telford and…

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Bromley pet shop wins retailer of the year award

A Bromley based pet shop has been named as Independent Retailer of the Year at Bromley Business Awards. Waggles Pet Emporium, a family-run business, competed against four other finalists to take home the prize. The company started trading in 2001, offering home delivery and selling pet food and accessories at Bromley…

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PIF reveals 2016 award winners

Companies throughout the pet industry are celebrating after scooping up awards. The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) named its 2016 winners on November 1, at Wokefield Park Hotel near Reading. Actor and comedian, Chris Barrie, presented the event which was organised by the PIF. Hundreds of pet industry professionals attended. The…

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Pet Industry Federation Awards 2016 receive record entries

The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) has revealed the finalists for this year’s PIF Awards.   The Pet Industry Federation Awards celebrate those pet businesses that have made outstanding achievements throughout the year. It also provides an opportunity for the whole industry to come together, socialise and network over a three-course…

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Manufacturer launches new dropship service

An East Midlands-based manufacturer and importer is expanding its operation with the launch of a dropship service. Charles Bentley & Son hopes to enable retailers to easily expand their online home, garden and leisure product ranges without major upfront investment. The company has chosen garden trade event Glee at NEC Birmingham to unveil…

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Your last chance to enter the Pet Industry Federation Awards

It’s time to showcase your pet business. Entering your company into the 2016 Pet Industry Federation Awards is quick, easy and absolutely free. Simply outline, in no more than 500 words, why you think your business should receive the award.  The winners will be announced at the 2016 Pet Industry Federation Awards…

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