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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Jul- 2020 -15 JulyManufacturers
Rùn launches new cold-pressed dog food
Eco-pet food brand Rùn has launched its complete, cold-pressed dry dog food. The premium UK-made brand is available to stock in 7.5kg and 15kg as well as a 25kg eco-friendly bag exclusive to trade customers. Offering a big point of difference for potential stockists who would like to embrace the…
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15 JulyFeatures
How is Covid-19 changing the way pet care retailers sell?
The pet industry is facing an unprecedented challenge as retailers look for ways to meet demand for essential items during the lockdown period. With store closures putting further pressure on online operations, how can pet care retailers manage to service customers safely and responsibly? Optimising stock deployment The latest official…
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14 JulyManufacturers
TV vet Joe Inglis launches VetChef
TV Vet Joe Inglis has launched his own homemade dog food platform, VetChef. VetChef is to help owners feed their pets a diet of all-fresh, natural produce through a “bespoke recipe” plan tailored to each individual animal’s needs. Inglis said he believes home-prepared foods are “best for your pets”, after…
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10 JulyTrade Organisations
PFMA launches nutrition guide for kittens
In celebration of National Kitten Day (10 July), the PFMA has released a new factsheet featuring the guidance needed to ensure that kittens are given a healthy, balanced diet. According to the association, getting a cat’s diet right from kittenhood” helps way beyond the first few years of life”. The…
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7 JulyEvents
PetQuip readies for Interzoo 2021
PetQuip is urging UK pet care companies to sign up for Interzoo 2021. The rescheduled event, which has just opened for bookings, will now take place in Nuremberg, Germany, between 1 June and 4 June 2021. The international pet trade exhibition was due to take place between 19 May and…
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7 JulyVeterinary
Vet Partners launches food export service
A new nationwide service for the food export industry has been launched by UK veterinary group, Vet Partners. Exports By Vets is a dedicated veterinary service providing export health certification for the global distribution of food and products of animal origin. Vet Partners has over 130 veterinary practices operating in…
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3 JulyFeatures
Gourmet pet food on the up in lockdown
If there’s one good thing about this pandemic, it’s that most of us are getting to spend more time with our homes, families and pets. Dogs everywhere are probably very happy about this. My cat isn’t. Albie still hasn’t adapted to me being around all the time. He’s on edge,…
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2 JulyIndustry News
Wilsons Pet Food looks to expand
Wilsons Pet Food is reportedly set up to sign several deals with “major retailers” in a bid that would fuel the company’s growth. Craig Wallace purchased the pet food brand in 2017, and has since facilitated the opening of its first purpose-built production facility. It now produces cold-pressed dog food…
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1 JulyEvents
PFMA launches webinar promotion
The Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association (PFMA) is encouraging those who work in the veterinary profession, pet welfare, and rehoming charities to sign up to its upcoming online webinars. In a bid to make the training courses more accessible to these professionals, the PFMA is now offering an exclusive 20% discount…
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Jun- 2020 -30 JuneBusiness
Pet food products reach £20bn turnover, says FEDIAF
The European Pet Food Federation (FEDIAF) has unveiled its annual overview of the pet population and pet market in Europe, with results that show growth across the sector. The report found that the annual turnover of pet food products was €21bn (£19.2bn), while the annual sale of pet food products…
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