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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May- 2023 -4 MayRetailers
Lidl relaunches summer pet line
Lidl has announced that it is relaunching its popular summer pet products on 4 May. The products include a dog bed with sunshade which retails for £19.99 and a dog pool which retails for £29.99. Lastly, the supermarket will be selling a Nerf dog toy for £7.99 which is a…
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Apr- 2023 -26 AprilRetailers
Benyfit Natural becomes UK Pet Food certified
Benyfit Natural has announced that it has become fully certified by UK Pet Food and has received the Raw Pet Food Certification Scheme award. Benyfit Natural is one of just three organisations nationally to be recognised with the award. The scheme is the first and only independently audited certified raw…
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21 AprilRetailers
Tuggs launches insect-based pet food pouches
Tuggs, the UK’s first fresh, insect-based dog food producer, has launched insect-based pet food pouches. The Tuggs food pouches contain a blend of fresh insects such as the black soldier fly larvae, human-grade meat and vegetables. These insect meals are available in beef, turkey and cod flavours. These food pouches…
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19 AprilRetailers
Jollyes to open new store in Christchurch
Jollyes has announced that it will open a new store in Christchurch, its second Dorset site, on 29 April. The store, at the new Christchurch Trade Park on Somerford Road comes just months after Jollyes’ highly successful opening in Poole. Jollyes Christchurch store will have a community pet clinic each…
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19 AprilBusiness
Butternut Box acquires Polish pet food company PsiBufet
Butternut Box, the UK-based dog food company has announced the acquisition of PsiBufet, Poland’s fresh dog food company, expanding its European presence. Butternut Box has already established its brand in other European countries including Ireland, Netherlands, Belgium and now Poland. It claimed that since its inception in 2016, the company…
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14 AprilVeterinary
CVS Group Alnorthumbria Vets moves to new larger practice
CVS’ Alnorthumbria Vets in Ponteland has moved into a new larger practice within Dobbies at Street House Farm. The practice now occupies a new 3,313 sq ft building which is double the size of its old Meadowfield Industrial Estate surgery. CVS has invested over £1m to relocate and upgrade the…
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13 AprilManufacturers
Natural Cornish launches coffee wood chews
Pet food treat and accessory specialist Natural Cornish has unveiled a new coffee wood chew. The new chew has zero calories and a tough texture and is aimed at cleaning teeth and gums. Coffee wood breaks down into manageable and digestible fibres, so a dog will have no problem chewing…
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12 AprilBusiness
Consumers spending more on animal healthcare products
Consumers in the UK are spending increasing amounts on healthcare products for their pets according to data from Research And Markets. According to its report on the UK veterinary market consumers spent nearly £4bn on veterinary and other pet services in 2020. The report believes that the trend of pet…
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12 AprilRetailers
Hug Pet Food launches new Coronation Chicken dish
Hug Pet Food has launched a limited-edition Coronation Chicken dish for dogs. The new meal is made with British chicken and outdoor-reared pork, sprinkled with dried apricots. Each portion contains supplements like Antarctic krill, which delivers omega-3 and choline. Hug Pet Care said that these nutrients help support pets’ brains…
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11 AprilRetailers
Mars Petcare extends Pedigree Ranchos range
Mars Petcare has expanded its portfolio of treats with the launch of Pedigree Ranchos Lastin’ Layers and Reward Centres this month. The pet food company claims that these treats are designed to be long-lasting to keep dogs entertained and occupied for longer. It also said that the treats provide a…
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