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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Apr- 2023 -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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3 AprilManufacturers
Pure Pet Food launches first renal recipe range
Pure Pet Food has launched two new recipes to its pet food range aimed at dogs with renal and kidney issues. These recipes are formulated by an in-house nutritionist and aimed at helping the hundreds and thousands of dogs that are affected by these conditions. Customers can try the range…
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3 AprilFeatures
Bursting the bubble: the decline in the pet sector
“I think breeders are cautious. Given everything you read in the news about the cost of living crisis, etc and for breeders the worst situation is when you can’t find buyers for all of the puppies in the litter,” says Axel Lagercrantz, CEO of Pet Media Group, which owns Pets4Homes.…
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3 AprilRetailers
Hug Pet Food launches new lamb and mint ready meals
Hug Pet Food is set to launch its new lamb with mint ready meals for dogs and just lamb for cats, this Easter. Each frozen prepared meal needs to be microwaved for a few minutes, left to cool slightly, and then given to your cat or dog. According to Hug…
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