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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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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12 NovemberEvents
Webbox unveils #DogsDinner Christmas campaign
UK pet food brand Webbox has pledged to offer hundreds of dogs a special Christmas treat. As part of its new festive campaign, animal-loving members of the British public have been asked to name their favourite dog shelters via Twitter and Facebook, using the #DogsDinner hashtag. The manufacturer will deliver up to 1,000…
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5 NovemberIndustry News
Nutriment is short listed for three major awards
Pet food provider, Nutriment, has been short listed for three business awards. The company reached the final stages of this November’s UK start-ups and PIF awards. Nutriment’s founder Suzanne Brock was also short listed as a finalist for this December’s NatWest everywoman Artemis Award. The winner will be announced on December 2 at The…
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3 NovemberTrade Organisations
Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association reveals mobile website
The Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association (PFMA) has updated its website to ensure an optimal experience for the users of mobile devices. Around 30 percent of the PFMA’s visitors currently access pfma.org.uk from a phone or tablet. In addition to a ‘Pet Care’ section providing detailed information on all pet types (dogs and cats to…
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