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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Sep- 2023 -27 SeptemberManufacturers
Kormotech acquires new UK venture arm
Ukrainian pet food manufacturer Kormotech has established Kormotech Ventures, headquartered in London to combine investment and innovation strategies in international markets. The venture arm of Kormotech, as a stand-alone company, will focus on innovative pet care companies in Europe and the US seeking early-stage investment. In addition, the company will…
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25 SeptemberEconomy
Private labels increase European market share to 34%
Private pet food labels now have a market share of 34% in the six biggest markets in Europe, according to data from Circana. Data collected from France, Italy, Germany, Spain, UK, and Netherlands showed value sales of pet food have grown across Europe by 5.4% over the last four years…
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22 SeptemberRetailers
Happy Hounds director prosecuted for supplying unsafe pet food
Neath Port Talbot raw pet food manufacturing business Happy Hounds has been prosecuted by Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council for supplying unsafe pet food and operating in unhygienic conditions. Following the prosecution, the company has now entered liquidation. The pet food business caters to dog owners and breeders across…
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20 SeptemberRetailers
Harrison Family Vets opens new site in Doncaster
Independent and family-owned Harrison Family Vets has invested £350,000 in a new practice in Armthorpe, Doncaster, and has created six new jobs. Harrison Family Vets launched in the UK in 2021 with a practice in Woodley, near Reading, and then opened a practice in Kingswinford in the West Midlands, Didsbury…
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15 SeptemberSponsored
Iris Ventures and Five Seasons co-lead Mammaly’s Series-A funding round
Mammaly, the leading pet supplement brand in DACH, has just closed a series A growth round of ∼€14M. The international growth equity fund Iris Ventures, which specialises in identifying disruptive next-generation consumer brands, co-led the transaction with food tech specialist Five Seasons Ventures and with participation of pet food industry…
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15 SeptemberRetailers
Pedigree Wholesale launches Cooper and Co’s Adult Turkey recipe
Pedigree Wholesale has launched Cooper and Co’s new dry dog food range extension, the Adult Turkey recipe. A complete pet food for dogs, the Adult range extension is formulated to support everyday health and well-being and includes fresh turkey, with sweet potato and carrots. The range is available in a…
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14 SeptemberRetailers
Omni launches meat-like vegan wet food range
British Vegan pet food brand Omni has launched its first meat-like vegan dog food product. The vet-formulated wet food range has been a year in the making with a patent pending, and currently consists of beef and chicken-style options, all supplemented with healthy vegetables. Each flavour is available as a…
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13 SeptemberManufacturers
Scrumbles launches in Asda
Gut friendly pet food brand Scrumbles has announced that it has launched its products in Asda. The company has announced that its range of pet food and treats will be launched in 330 Asda stores. This adds another way for customers to purchase Scrumbles with the brand already available across…
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8 SeptemberCharities
Scottish SPCA teams up with Tesco to run a series of Pet Aid roadshows
Scottish SPCA has expanded its services in the community by partnering with Tesco to run a series of Pet Aid roadshows, the first of their kind, across Scotland. Taking place at eight Tesco stores throughout September and October, Scottish SPCA will host events at stores in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Thurso, Ayr,…
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8 SeptemberRetailers
60% of UK pet food buyers prioritise health, says Mintel
New research from Mintel has found that 60% of pet food buyers in the UK prioritise health when choosing what product to buy. The study also found that health and wellness concerns outweigh taste or price considerations for both cat and dog owners when switching pet food. Mintel stated that…
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