Mars
Mars Petcare is one of the most influential players in the global and UK pet industry, with a portfolio that includes major brands such as Pedigree, Whiskas, Royal Canin, and James Wellbeloved. Pet Gazette reports on Mars’ product launches, supply chain strategies, pricing shifts, and retail partnerships across pet food and health categories. We also cover its investment in research, sustainability initiatives, and market influence on independent retailers, wholesalers, and distributors. This tag helps pet sector professionals track developments from a key manufacturer shaping pet nutrition and brand standards in the UK.
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Nov- 2013 -4 NovemberCurrent Affairs
Pet owners warned about dangers of anti-freeze poisoning
The Animal Health Trust (AHT) is urging pet owners to familiarise themselves with the signs of anti-freeze poisoning in their pets to avoid unnecessary deaths. As winter approaches, more people will be topping up the anti-freeze coolant levels in their vehicles, and just a few spilt drops can cause serious…
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Jun- 2013 -18 JuneTrade Organisations
Pets prove to be a child’s best friend
Dogs have notoriously been considered man’s best friend, but a new study, released today by Mars Petcare, shows that the attachment between people and their pets begins at a much earlier age. The study of 1,000 children aged between nine and 10 years old, conducted in conjunction with the Waltham…
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7 JuneManufacturers
Cesar launches biggest ever brand campaign
Leading dog food brand Cesar today announced its biggest ever advertising campaign. Created by AMV BBDO, the concept encourages dog owners to ‘love them back’. Launched on 2 June 2013, a 60 second TV spot will be the first new advert to hit the screens in five years. Using…
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5 JuneRetailers
Lynne Hopwood joins Lovejoys as key account manager
The Lovejoys range of premium dog food continues its rapid expansion with the appointment of a new dedicated key account manager. Lynne Hopwood joins the fast-growing brand to provide support for regional wholesalers and stockists including samples, merchandising and training. The announcement follows the news last month of Lovejoys reaching…
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Feb- 2013 -28 FebruaryEvents
Mars Fishcare manager to undertake ‘end to end’ bike ride for charity
Mars Fishcare’s Lester Bunce will cycle from Land’s End to John o’Groats in June to raise funds for Macmillan Cancer Support. Bunce, field sales manager at Mars Fishcare, aims to complete the self-funded 834-mile ride in seven days. To do so, he will have to cycle an average of nearly…
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Jan- 2013 -25 JanuaryEvents
PATS Sandown visitors offered CPD points
Visitors to PATS Sandown will be able to earn Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points if they attend a special seminar by animal healthcare specialist Merial. The CPD points will go towards the on-going development of Suitably Qualified People (SQP) working in the pet industry. An SQP is registered with the…
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Dec- 2012 -20 DecemberEvents
PATS Sandown now officially biggest ever
Organisers have announced that with three months to go before PATS Sandown opens its doors, all exhibitor stand space has been sold. Having attracted a record number of 141 exhibitors, more space has been allocated at Sandown Park – making it the biggest show ever, as was expected earlier in…
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18 DecemberScience
Cats naturally pick and mix their food, research says
Has Felix ever turned its nose up at your latest offering of cat food? Well there could be good reason, according to research that says cats are naturally tuned to be fussy eaters. The research was conducted by scientists from the Waltham Centre for Pet Nutrition – the science centre…
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12 DecemberFunny
Merial launches ‘Share the Joy’ Christmas animal welfare campaign
Animal health company Merial has launched its first ever ‘Share the Joy’ campaign to highlight and provide some of Britain’s favourite animal charities with much needed funds. Christmas time often sees a rise in animal donations and pet health issues – and the manufacturer of Frontline combo and Frontline Spot-on,…
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7 DecemberManufacturers
Mars Petcare advises owners to monitor pets’ diets over Christmas
When snacking on a mince pie this Christmas, it may seem a little cold-hearted to leave the dog out of the festive gluttony, but a leading pet food manufacturer is urging owners think before sneaking Fido a Christmas treat. Mars Petcare has compiled a list of yuletide ‘dos and don’ts’…
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