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 -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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24 AugustManufacturers
Inspired Pet Nutrition secures plant investment
Inspired Pet Nutrition has secured a £500K investment towards its new broth and stock plant in North Wales, which is set to begin production at the end of this month. The nutrition group hopes its new venture will enable the brand to tailor the fat and nutrient content of its…
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21 AugustManufacturers
Hexafly launches range for UK
Hexafly has announced it is launching its Grubs range in the UK, having successfully traded its line of exotic pet food in Ireland. It comes as the group has developed “ground-breaking” technology that enables it to breed black soldier flies to produce natural, sustainable products. The resulting grubs are high…
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20 AugustManufacturers
Bella & Duke reports ‘record’ subscription growth
Bella and Duke has been recognised as one of the fastest growing dog food brands in the UK, reporting a 163% month-on-month increase in subscriptions during the pandemic. In addition, the Perthshire-based firm raised £3.5m at the start of 2020, and despite the pandemic, has seen “impressive growth” so far…
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19 AugustFeatures
Championing plastic-free pet care
Britain has always been a nation of animal lovers. Now, we’re an island of truly pampered furry friends – with animals no longer regarded as pets, but one of the family. Even in turbulent economic times, Brits are continuing to invest in their pets, with the UK pet care market…
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18 AugustRegulation
PetQuip publishes updated A-Z guide on exporting
PetQuip and Gardenex have published the latest edition of their ‘A-Z Guide to Exporting’, which is now available exclusively for their members. The newly published 95-page guide is a comprehensive resource of exporting information, advice and practical tips, containing over 400 links to websites which provide detailed information on all…
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18 AugustManufacturers
Natural Instinct introduces new packaging
Natural Instinct has unveiled its latest packaging this week, reflecting its premium range of “nutritious, tasty, high-quality” frozen meals and treats for dogs and cats. The raw pet food brand’s “vibrant” and colourful packaging features photographs of “happy, healthy, and active pets”, with a design that represents the brand’s support…
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17 AugustManufacturers
Mackle Petfoods invests £5.7m amid ‘major’ expansion plans
Dungannon-based pet food manufacturer, Mackle Petfoods has invested £5.7m and created 31 new jobs in a major expansion plan to “double its turnover”. The SME is known across Europe for its Naturo range. To support this new project, Invest NI, which has an established relationship with the manufacturer, has offered…
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