Pet Food
Pet food is a cornerstone of the UK pet retail industry, driving both in-store footfall and long-term customer loyalty. Our coverage tracks the latest product launches across dog, cat, small animal, avian, and aquatic nutrition — from premium kibble and wet food to raw, freeze-dried, and functional formulations. We report on wholesale and distributor trends, pricing dynamics, supply chain issues, shifting consumer demand (including grain-free, insect-based, and plant-led diets), and regulatory developments impacting importers and stockists. Whether you’re a local pet shop, a multi-site retailer, or a petcare wholesaler, this tag delivers commercial insight into the fast-moving pet food category.
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Jan- 2016 -13 JanuaryIndustry News
Sneyd’s Wonderfeeds works with Broomhall Feeds to increase Scottish distribution
Sneyd’s Wonderfeeds’ range of dry dog and working dog foods is becoming increasingly available in Scotland. The company has joined forces with premier wholesaler, Perthshire-based Broomhall Feeds. The new association means Broomhall Feeds will supply horse feed and pet food to shops, agricultural merchants and country stores right across the region. Sneyd’s…
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11 JanuaryManufacturers
Bob Martin acquires Care business from Nestlé Purina in Europe
Family-run pet healthcare business, Bob Martin, has reached an agreement with Nestlé Purina. Bob Martin purchased the Nestlé Purina PetCare business, which manufactures and sells a range of small animal pet food and pet accessories. The sale was completed on January 1 2016. Bob Martin acquires manufacturing, distribution and salesforce capabilities…
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6 JanuaryProducts
M’Hearties: The latest product from Lily’s Kitchen
Lily’s Kitchen has introduced M’Hearties, a new heart-shaped, premium treat for dogs (and cats) made from 100 percent Icelandic pressed cod fillets. The product arrives in an attractive keepsake tin and aims to provide new treating and gifting opportunities for dog owning customers for Valentine’s Day and beyond. The palm-sized practical…
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Dec- 2015 -11 DecemberEvents
Sneyd’s Wonderdog enjoys success at I.G.L Retriever Championships
Sneyd’s Wonderdog has announced gundog success in the 2015 I.G.L Retriever Championships. The pet food company sponsored John Halsted who recently won the Championships, held at the Queensberry Estate, Dumfries & Galloway, after qualifying a total of five dogs for the finals. Dave Latham, also sponsored by Sneyd’s Wonderdog, qualified two dogs…
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11 DecemberEditorial
7% spend more on pets than children at Christmas
Animal lovers within the UK may spend up to £250 million on pets’ presents this Christmas, claims a recent survey from the RSPCA. Nine out of ten pet owners polled by the charity said they would be buying their pet a festive gift. 43 percent also aimed to purchase presents for others on…
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10 DecemberIndustry News
Natures Menu partners with Agrolimen
Natures Menu is planning a new joint venture with Spanish consumer goods specialist, Agrolimen. The move should support the development of Natures Menu’s brand within Europe. Craig Taylor, CEO of Natures Menu, announced that “Natures Menu is delighted to be joining in a partnership with Spanish pet foods experts Agrolimen being a perfect partner business completely aligned with the…
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8 DecemberCurrent Affairs
Nutriment’s founder wins The Artemis Award
Suzanne Brock, the owner of Nutriment pet food, has been named the winner of The Artemis Award. The category was sponsored by Crystal Clear Skincare and open to inspirational women who had been trading from between 18 months and three years. The businesswoman received the plaudit as part of the thirteen annual NatWest everywoman…
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2 DecemberManufacturers
Forthglade will partner with Guide Dogs for 2016
Natural pet food company, Forthglade, has named its leading charity for 2016. The Devon-based business will partner with Guide Dogs and aims to launch a ‘Name a Puppy’ campaign commencing in January. Forthglade will raise funds for the charity by adding a Just Giving page to its website and aims…
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Nov- 2015 -25 NovemberCurrent Affairs
Major pet companies book their stands at PATS Sandown
PATS Sandown is gaining popularity already as the industry’s leading companies show their commitment to the exhibition on 22-23 March 2016. More than 100 firms have already secured their stand space for the Sandown event. Previous exhibitors have made sure they have re-booked early with top brands like Barking and Meowing Heads,…
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23 NovemberProducts
Introducing a NEW dog food brand
New pet food brand, McAdams, has announced the launch of a dry pet food made using whole British free range chicken. The product is grain-free and meat meal-free. The chickens are sourced from ethical farms across the UK. The entire birds, minus head, feet and offal, are used in the making of McAdams.…
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