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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Jun- 2021 -18 JuneAppointment
Mars Pet Nutrition appoints chief growth officer
Mars Pet Nutrition Europe has announced the appointment of Helen Warren-Piper as its new chief growth officer for Pet Nutrition Europe, effective immediately. In her new role, Warren-Piper will continue to sit on the European leadership team and will lead the demand strategy for Pet Nutrition Europe. She has been…
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May- 2021 -10 MayManufacturers
Mars Petcare shows LGBT+ support with new packaging
Mars Petcare has unveiled a new pack design across its Dreamies range to celebrate its support for the LGBT Foundation. As part of its commitment to the LGBT+ community and their mental health, the group has made a donation to the charity to go towards funding its helpline. To mark…
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Apr- 2021 -23 AprilManufacturers
Sheba welcomes ‘strong year’ for Fine Flakes in Gravy range
Mars Petcare has welcomed its premium cat food brand Sheba’s performance after a “strong” first year for its latest product launch, the Sheba Fine Flakes in Gravy range. The three-strong Sheba Fine Flakes in Gravy range – Succulent, Poultry and Fish Selection – delivered £2.5m retail sales value in 2020.…
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6 AprilFeatures
Paws for thought – trends that have impacted the pet care industry
Even before the Coronavirus pandemic upended everything, the pet care industry tended to mirror the trends of the human world, influenced by factors such as where we live, what we eat and our attitude towards health and wellness. It’s no surprise then that major shifts in pet care shopping habits…
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Feb- 2021 -17 FebruaryRetailing
Pet dietary supplements to see ‘impressive’ growth in 2021
With pet ownership becoming more widespread amid the pandemic, an ESOMAR-certified market research firm has projected the pet dietary supplements market to record “impressive growth” in 2021. According to a report by Future Market Insights, the market will reach a valuation of $3.78bn (£2.73bn) this year. Its study has also…
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3 FebruaryManufacturers
Mars Petcare launches ‘Dream Sixteen’ range to support convenience stores
Mars Petcare has announced the launch of Dream Sixteen, a “reinvigorated range of must-stocks” that is set to help convenience retailers capitalise on the recent growth in petcare, as well as the increased footfall the convenience sector has seen during the pandemic. The range will include three new price-marked packs…
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Jan- 2021 -29 JanuaryManufacturers
Naturaw expands into new premises amid growth
Naturaw, a fast-growing producer of raw dog food, has expanded into a major new headquarters and production kitchen at Thorp Arch Estate near Wetherby. The move comes as part of a six-figure investment that is set to create new jobs, after outgrowing its previous premises twice in six years. The…
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28 JanuaryTrade Organisations
The Kennel Club expands online academy
The Kennel Club Academy announced it has expanded its online learning through the launch of three additional breed films, the latest in a growing series of resources to be added to the online facility. Led by The Kennel Club’s Training Board, The Kennel Club Academy is an online learning resource…
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18 JanuaryManufacturers
Mars Pet Care recalls dog food products
Mars Pet Care has recalled a range of UK dog food products after it was discovered they contain high levels of vitamin D. The products which have been recalled include its Chappie Complete Chicken and Wholegrain Dry Dog Food, Pedigree Mixer Adult Dry Dog Original and its Adult Complete Dry…
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Dec- 2020 -16 DecemberAppointment
Interpet appoints international sales manager
UK pet and aquatics business Interpet has appointed Lester Bunce as its international sales manager to help meet “ongoing demand” for its product. Bunce, who will be working on sales outside the UK, has more than 28 years of experience in the pet industry, historically with Interpet and most recently…
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