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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Nov- 2022 -14 NovemberEvents
Percuro to hold roundtable talk at London Vet Show
Percuro is set to hold an event titled, ‘Insect protein; positive impact to patients and planet’ on 17 November at the ‘Food for thought Stream’ theatre at London Vet Show, ExCel. The speakers will include presentations by Percuro’s chief marketing officer, Iwan Tamm and resident R&D entomologist and conservationist at…
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10 NovemberManufacturers
Vet’s Kitchen launches Senior Dog Club
Pet food brand, Vet’s Kitchen, has announced the launch of its Senior Dog Club in response to the growing population of senior dogs and a rise in avoidable age-related issues. Members of the Vet’s Kitchen Senior Dog Club will receive a Senior Dog Pass, a bag of senior dog food,…
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8 NovemberTrade Organisations
PFMA rebrands as UK Pet Food
The Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association (PFMA) has unveiled its new identity, UK Pet Food, to “better” reflect the remit of the organisation. The trade association has over 100 members and represents 90% of UK manufacturers. The UK Pet Food branding focuses on a strong yellow core logo, which the association…
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2 NovemberIndustry News
Mars Petcare to acquire Champion Petfoods
Mars Petcare has announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Champion Petfoods, a global pet food maker, from an investor group led by Bedford Capital and Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan. Mars Petcare’s associates will support Champion Petfoods’ team in driving further growth, innovation, and success. Together,…
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Oct- 2022 -19 OctoberManufacturers
United Petfood acquires Gold Line Feeds
International pet food producer, United Petfood, has announced its acquisition of Gold Line Feeds in the UK, with the group set to take over the brands and customer base of the factory. United Petfood said the acquisition strengthens its position as a full-service pet food producer and its position within…
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12 OctoberAppointment
Healthy Pet Store welcomes regional dog trainer
Healthy Pet Store, a Southampton based pet food and accessory retailer, has welcomed a local dog trainer, Anita Takacs, to its customer advisor team in a bid to improve knowledge and expertise across Hampshire. Anita Takacs is a professional dog trainer and body language instructor who focuses on care, compassion…
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4 OctoberCharities
RSPCA appoints McAdams as official pet food partner
The RSPCA has appointed McAdams, an ultra-premium pet food made using ethically sourced whole free-range meats, as its official pet food partner. Available exclusively to the independent pet trade, the McAdams partnership will see dogs and cats within the care of the RSPCA’s UK rehoming centres, being fed the McAdams…
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Sep- 2022 -27 SeptemberManufacturers
Sniffers Pet Care secures £1.75m funding amid growth plans
Halifax-based Sniffers Pet Care has secured a £1.75m investment from Yorkshire-based Private Equity House, Traditum. The funding will allow Sniffers to build on its relationships, support the rollout of new brands and product ranges, and will enable the company to invest in new manufacturing and distribution roles at its Halifax…
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23 SeptemberTrade Organisations
PIF Awards announces finalists
The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) has announced the finalists for the PIF Awards 2022, following a “record” number of entries. PIF said the judges were impressed by the standard of submissions this year and congratulated all those businesses shortlisted as finalists. The winners will be announced at the awards ceremony…
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21 SeptemberLatest News
Little BigPaw acquired by Sweden’s Petbuddy Group
Petbuddy Group (PBG), a Swedish-based group of sustainable pet care brands, has acquired British premium pet food brand Little BigPaw. This marks the second acquisition by PBG in 2022, following the acquisition of British MediPaws in February, and is the group’s fourth acquisition in 18 months. Little BigPaw offers natural…
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