Pet Industry Federation
This coverage reports on news, initiatives, and industry developments from the Pet Industry Federation (PIF), the UK’s leading trade association for pet businesses. Pet Gazette covers PIF’s role in representing retailers, groomers, suppliers, and service providers, including updates on training programmes, events, lobbying efforts, and industry standards. Coverage provides analysis of how PIF’s work influences commercial opportunities, best practices, and the growth of the UK petcare sector.
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Feb- 2024 -22 FebruaryTrade Organisations
PIF launches new directories of products and services
The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) has launched two new digital business directories on its website, showcasing members’ products and services. The directories are categorised into two distinct types: PIF MarketPlace, which is the product directory; and PIF B2B which is a directory of service benefits to pet businesses. These directories…
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20 FebruaryCharities
Pet’s Up makes Ukraine donation
Pet’s Up has answered the Pet Industry Federation’s appeal for donations to Ukraine with a sizable stock donation. The company has sent 160 boxes of Chewllagen chews to the country from its distribution centre in Oldenzaal, Netherlands. Chewllagen, the chewable collagen treats for dogs, made with beef or chicken protein,…
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9 FebruaryCharities
PIF calls for donations to support Ukrainian pets
The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) is calling on pet businesses to once again donate crucial pet supplies to the abandoned pets in Ukraine. As part of the ‘Save the Pets of Ukraine’ project. UK pet businesses are being asked if they can donate items. PIF is looking for items such…
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Nov- 2023 -16 NovemberRetailers
Johnson’s scoops Supplier of the Year Prize at 2023 PIF Awards
Johnson’s Veterinary Products has won Supplier of the Year at the annual Pet Industry Federation (PIF) Awards. The Midlands-based pet healthcare product manufacturer was commended for its “steadfast” commitment to maintaining strong relationships with its customers and improving its service offering. The PIF Awards aims to recognise and celebrate excellence…
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15 NovemberAwards
Walker and Drake wins Best New Food Product Award at PIF Awards
Walker and Drake has won Best New Food Product at the Pet Industry Federation (PIF) Awards. The Barnsley-based pet food manufacturer won the award for its cold pressed Puppy and Small Breed foods. The company was founded with the express intention of producing a British made dog food using the…
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Sep- 2023 -18 SeptemberRetailers
DotDotPet to launch on Amazon
New pet lifestyle and wellness brand DotDotPet is set to launch on Amazon on 20 September 2023. Its launch range includes; shampoos, wellness treats, accessories such as Bamboo Towels, Eco Towels and brushes. Additionally, one of DotDotPet’s launch products ‘Eco Towels’ has been nominated for ‘new product of the year’…
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4 SeptemberCharities
PIF organises major donation drive for U-Hearts Foundation in Ukraine
The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) has sent another lorry load of pet products, which included food and flea and tick treatments, to the U-Hearts Foundation in Ukraine. The U-Hearts project works to protect the thousands of animals abandoned and affected by the ongoing Russian invasion. Johnsons Veterinary Products, Mackle Pet…
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Jul- 2023 -24 JulyTrade Organisations
PIF introduces associate membership category
The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) has announced that it is introducing a new associate membership category. The new category is aimed at businesses that don’t directly make or provide products or services for pets but want to raise its profile in the pet sector. The associate membership has been designed…
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May- 2023 -19 MayRetailers
Furr Boost introduces new 400ml carton sizes
Furr Boost has announced that it is introducing a new 400ml carton size which is better for larger dogs. The company stated that the new size for the “healthy hydration smoothie drink” will be more cost effective and reduce environmental waste. Each of Furr Boost’s recipes contains a meat, fruit…
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Mar- 2023 -27 MarchRetailers
Little BigPaw donates pet food to Ukraine
Little BigPaw, the UK-based Pet Food brand in conjunction with Mackle Pet Foods have donated pet food to Ukraine in a bid to support The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) “Save the Pets of Ukraine” initiative. The Pet Industry Federation has chaired its first working party to identify ways in which…
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