Pet Industry Federation

First For Pets seeks new owner

Lichfield-based pet care business, First For Pets, has announced that it is now available for acquisition. The business has been operating since 2019 and is now on the market for £84,995 or nearest offer. First For Pets generates an annual turnover of £176,675 and an annual gross profit of £80,474,…

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Doggy Doggy Yum Yum secures distribution deal with Hunt’s Food

Dorset-based artisan ice cream maker, Baboo Gelato’s Doggy Doggy Yum Yum ice cream and frozen yoghurt do treat has secured a major distribution deal with Hunt’s Food Group based in Sherborne. Hunt’s is one of the UK’s distributors delivering products to over 6,000 customers across the South, in food and…

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PIF launches new customer service course for pet businesses

The Pet Industry Federation has announced the launch of its new Customer Service Excellence course, designed specifically for professionals in the UK pet industry. The course aims to equip businesses with the skills to enhance customer relationships and handle complaints effectively. The course covers everything from communication strategies to upselling…

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PIF urges government action on pet business licensing data gaps

The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) has formally raised concerns with Baroness Hayman of Ullock, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State at DEFRA, regarding the lack of accurate and consistent animal licensing data across England. Following a detailed analysis of DEFRA licensing data, required by The Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals)…

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PIF launches business toolkit

The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) has launched the first phase of its business toolkit designed to help small and medium-sized pet businesses across the UK ‘plan and operate more effectively’. The initial release of the toolkit includes financial planning tools and a business plan template, both tailored to the unique…

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Doggy Doggy Yum Yum wins Best Pet Treat at PIF Awards

Dorset-based artisan ice cream maker, Baboo Gelato, the manufacturers of frozen dog treat, Doggy Doggy Yum Yum have been awarded the Best Pet Treat for 2024 at the Pet Industry Federation (PIF) Awards. Made with 100% peanut butter, with no xylitol, and bananas. the frozen treat uses coconut milk instead…

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UK pet industry writes to chancellor over budget concerns

The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) has written to the chancellor of the exchequer, Rachel Reeves, this week to express significant concerns about the recent Budget and its potential negative effects on the pet industry and pet ownership. The UK pet industry, a £7bn sector, supports millions of pet owners and…

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76% of UK pet SMEs ‘concerned’ over effect of Autumn budget, PIF finds

A substantial 76% of small businesses within the pet industry have stated that the budget is detrimental to the UK economy, with 68% expressing fears that it could lead to job reductions, according to a recent survey conducted by The Pet Industry Federation (PIF). Additionally, 70% of those surveyed indicated…

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PIF launches new job board

The Pet Industry Federation has launched a new job board feature for companies looking for top talent. The PIF Job Board connects individuals who are specifically interested in careers within the pet industry with employers, making it easier for companies to find the “perfect” candidate for vacant positions. PIF members…

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The Holistic Hound wins PIF Innovation Award for tick repellant

The Pet Industry Federation, the trade association for pet businesses, has announced that Don’t Bug Me by The Holistic Hound is the winner of its Innovation of the Year Award. The announcement was made during the Business of Pets conference held at the Cranfield Management Development Centre from 5-6 June…

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