Morrisons
This coverage focuses on Morrisons and its activity within the UK petcare market, particularly through its grocery retail channels. Pet Gazette reports on Morrisons’ pet product strategy, own-label development, supplier relationships, and shelf-space allocation within stores. Coverage includes insights into pricing trends, consumer buying behaviour, and the supermarket’s competitive position in pet food, accessories, and health products — supporting manufacturers, distributors, and category managers tracking petcare performance in the grocery sector.
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Apr- 2017 -21 AprilCurrent Affairs
Warning as ‘metal wire’ found in supermarket dog treats
A pet owner is warning others after finding “metal wire” in a pack of supermarket dog treats. Amy Taylor, took to facebook to share her concerns about Gravy Bones biscuits sold in Morrisons supermarket. She claims that almost every single biscuit was affected and contained small pieces of wire. Commenting…
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Jun- 2016 -2 JuneCurrent Affairs
Pooch & Mutt shortlisted for award
Pet health company Pooch & Mutt has been shortlisted for the ‘Start-Up of the Year’ award, which recognises businesses that have demonstrated fast growth in the last 12 months. Pooch & Mutt has chosen to sell its range of 75 percent meat treats through a number of large chains. The products are stocked…
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Aug- 2014 -1 AugustIndustry News
Supermarkets Support Bob Martin Removing Permethrin On-animal Treatments From General Sale
Bob Martin has been working with leading retailers on the decision to remove on-animal flea medicinal products containing Permethrin from sale in grocery stores to reduce the risk of misuse and misunderstanding around the active ingredient. Permethrin poisoning is one of the most commonly reported poisonings in cats worldwide. These…
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May- 2013 -29 MayRetailers
New leads for the Dog Walker
With Yorkshire households owning more dogs per household than the UK average, the Dog Walker is expanding throughout the region to meet owner demand. Former logistics director Mark Whitaker has established a new franchise in Queensbury with this award-winning business. Mark made the decision to pursue a career around his…
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Feb- 2013 -13 FebruaryTrade Organisations
BVA reacts to the ASA’s Morrisons ad ruling
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has decided not to uphold complaints against Morrisons Christmas TV advertisement. Back in December, the British Veterinary Association (BVA) issued a statement requesting the supermarket withdraw its Christmas TV commercial, which featured a child feeding festive pudding to a dog. “This ruling is disappointing but…
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