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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Dec- 2018 -3 DecemberCharities
Webbox provides help to homeless dogs in Manchester
Pet food brand, Webbox, has partnered with local Manchester homelessness charity, Barnabus, providing a donation of Webbox Naturals dog food. The donation which included a selection of Webbox Naturals’ wet and dry food, will help the charity to feed dogs who come in with their owners. Adam Williams, office manager…
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Nov- 2018 -30 NovemberManufacturers
Nutriment undergoes brand expansion for new year
Canine and feline pet food manufacturer, Nutriment, has announced an expansion of its portfolio and brand over 2018 and 2019. This investment comes in response to consumer demands for further high quality, uncompromising raw feeding solutions for dogs and cats. The Nutriment portfolio consists of Core – expertly formulated recipes…
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30 NovemberManufacturers
Mars Petcare UK partners with TerraCycle for recycling scheme
Mars Petcare UK and recycling firm TerraCycle have launched a nationwide pet food packaging recycling programme, led by brands Whiskas and James Wellbeloved. The Pet Food Recycling Programme – which claims to be the first of its kind in both the UK and Europe – will offer pet owners a…
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29 NovemberBusiness
Fish4Dogs partners with Greek distributor
Pet food manufacturer Fish4Dogs has announced it has signed a new contract with Mediterranean distributor Ikaros Accessories and Nutrition. The companies joined together after meeting at the Interzoo exhibition in Nuremburg, Germany, earlier this year. The expanding Greek business, which was founded in 1980, initially sold luxury pet accessories. Following…
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28 NovemberManufacturers
Forthglade opens £8m factory in Devon
Natural pet food manufacturer, Forthglade, opened its new 70,000 sq ft factory in Devon at the Okehampton East Business Park, next to Dartmoor National park. The new opening is set to increase the 130-strong local production team to 150 staff over the next few years. Established in 1971 and previously…
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22 NovemberManufacturers
Pet food manufacturer recalls raw pet food products containing salmonella
Raw pet food manufacturer, The Raw Factory Ltd, is recalling various products containing tripe and pork as they have been found to contain salmonella. The Food Standards Agency (FSA) said in a statement: “The presence of salmonella in the products listed. [sic] Salmonella is a bacterium that can cause food…
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21 NovemberAwards
Burns Pet Nutrition owner named as finalist in national business awards
Welsh pet food entrepreneur John Burns, of Burns Pet Nutrition, has been shortlisted for a national business award. The veterinary surgeon, who founded the renowned natural pet food company, has been announced as a finalist for the 2018 Natwest Great British Entrepreneur Awards. He will compete against businessmen and women…
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16 NovemberBusiness
GPS dog collar brand Mishiko signs distribution deal with Exertis
Mishiko, GPS and fitness tracker brand, has announced it has signed a distribution agreement with technology distributor Exertis. The firm which deals with technology products for the B2B, mobile and retail markets will be distributing the Mishiko GPS and fitness tracker for pets to designated resellers in the UK. Mishiko…
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15 NovemberCurrent Affairs
Pet firm to install chimney to tackle factory odour
Two planning applications submitted by The Real Petfood Company to build a chimney and office extension have received approval from the planning committee at Denbighshire County Council. The business – which is based at Kinmel Park in Bodelwyddan – was a recent cause of concern for residents of Bodelwyddan who…
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13 NovemberBusiness
Scrumbles secures £150,000 investment
Independent pet food manufacturer, Scrumbles has raised more than £150,000 in equity funding through the SEIS scheme, aimed at supporting small businesses. Founded by husband and wife, Jack Walker and Aneisha Soobroyen, Scrumbles’ range of dog and cat food is already stocked in Ocado and Fetch.co.uk. It is hoped that…
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