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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Oct- 2023 -5 OctoberRetailers
Bone Idol Academy launches canine nutrition FE courses
Bone Idol Academy has announced it will now offer two professional courses, a Canine Nutrition Pro course, and an iPET Network Level 3 Diploma in Canine Nutrition. The Canine Nutrition PRO course is aimed at those in the pet food industry, such as retail, to help understand the expanding options…
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4 OctoberCharities
SSPCA launch Pet Aid appeal to aid under pressure owners
SSPCA has been appealing for donations from members of the public for its Pet Aid service as supplies of vital pet food for owners in need are running low. The initiative covers 52 food banks across Scotland in 18 local authorities and supplies food and other items to struggling pet…
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3 OctoberBusiness
Voff Premium Pet Food acquires Carnibest
Voff Premium Pet Food has announced the acquisition of Dutch manufacturer of natural raw dog and cat food Carnibest. The acquisition is the second Voff has done in the Netherlands this year with Energique being the first. As part of the acquisition, previous owner Corine Bunschoten has chosen to leave…
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2 OctoberRetailers
Walker and Drake launches new wet food
Barnsley-based premium dog food manufacturer Walker and Drake has launched its new wet food at PATS Telford. Walker and Drake wet food contains a high 65% meat content. It is “easily” digestible, grain and gluten free. It is U- made and contains all natural ingredients. Pet owners can use it…
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Sep- 2023 -29 SeptemberAppointment
Vafo Praha appoints new marketing director
European pet food producer Vafo Praha has appointed Jan Brejcha as its new marketing director. Brejcha is an experienced marketing leader, who throughout his career at both the local and international levels has helped boost the equity, market share, and financial results of a number of important brands in FMCG.…
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28 SeptemberFeatures
Orijen Small Breed Dog Food – Nourishing Your Small Breed for Big Adventures
It may come as no surprise that the small breed dog population has seen huge growth in recent years*. In response to this, Bern Pet Foods is pleased to bring two new ORIJEN small breed dog recipes to the UK, ORIJEN Small Breed Puppy and ORIJEN Small Breed Marine Fish. …
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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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