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- 2020 -11 SeptemberManufacturers
Edgard & Cooper announces further expansion
Edgard and Cooper has announced a further expansion for the group after it secured a major listing with Fressnapf, a leading pet supplies retailer across Europe. The natural pet food brand first launched in 2016 and continues to “grow rapidly” across Europe. Growth last year exceeded 145%, while the group…
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11 SeptemberCharities
John Burns Foundation HQ opens its doors
The John Burns Foundation HQ has officially opened its doors, after the charity moved to a new flagship building following the completion of a construction phase. To mark its opening, the new site was visited by Plaid Cymru leader Adam Price and Helen Mary Jones, minister for Mid and West…
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10 SeptemberSponsored
Pet treats boom as Brits bid to beat lockdown blues
Britain’s cats and dogs have emerged from lockdown licking their lips as pet treats sales boom, the first annual petcare market report, released by market leader Mars Petcare, reveals. Across the board, treats value sales surged year on year from the week of the UK’s first Covid-19 case in February…
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10 SeptemberFeatures
How pet brands can best utilise social media
During lockdown there was a surge in sales for pet related products with new puppies, kittens, and everything else in between joining happy households right across the UK. Sales and demand for pet food and accessories have been strong, but for many brands (especially more niche ones) that poses a…
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7 SeptemberBusiness
Paul O’Grady’s dog food range to be stocked in B&M
National pet food manufacturer, Burgess Pet Care, has announced that Paul O’Grady’s No Nasties dog food will now be stocked in B&M. The new product is available in chicken flavour and is suitable for puppies aged between six weeks to one year of age. In addition to vitamins and minerals…
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4 SeptemberManufacturers
Applaws Natural Pet Food launches new product
Applaws Natural Pet Food has announced the global product launch of Applaws Taste Toppers, a new range of complementary pet food that is designed to be served on top of dry dog food. Every recipe is 100% natural with no additives, and comes in a variety of different tastes including:…
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2 SeptemberManufacturers
PFMA welcomes six new members
The Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association (PFMA) has welcomed six new companies to its membership. Amongst the new members are two raw dog food manufacturers, which brings the total raw pet food sector members up to 14 companies, and two new suppliers. New members include: Natural Dog Food Direct are independent,…
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1 SeptemberManufacturers
Forthglade acquired by IK Investment Partners
IK Investment Partners (IK) has announced it has acquired a majority stake in Forthglade Foods Limited, marking the first investment by IK’s newly established UK team. Forthglade is a UK based natural pet food brand that produces premium wet and dry dog food and treats. It was founded in 1971…
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Aug- 2020 -28 AugustFeatures
Why your dog may have behavioural problems and how you can resolve them
As any dog lover will tell you, every dog is unique, with its own set of peculiarities, delights, and challenges to discover. However, it can often be a challenge in itself to identify why your beloved pet pooch might be acting in a particular way, and what you can do…
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26 AugustCharities
StreetVet partners with Webbox
StreetVet has partnered with Webbox in a bid to secure food donations for animals during the coronavirus pandemic. The animal welfare charity, which offers food and veterinary aid to homeless people and their pets, said that without support from pet food manufacturer Webbox, it would have “struggled to continue” after…
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