Petcare
Petcare is the core of the UK pet industry, encompassing everything from nutrition and grooming to health, hygiene, and wellness products. Pet Gazette’s coverage of the petcare sector focuses on new product development, brand strategies, retail performance, and wholesale trends across multiple categories. We report on innovations in supplements, dental care, flea and worming treatments, grooming lines, and wellness-focused SKUs — along with insights into consumer preferences, compliance, and stockist relationships. Whether you’re a retailer, distributor, or supplier, this tag delivers commercial intelligence on the evolving petcare marketplace.
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Nov- 2022 -2 NovemberIndustry News
Mars Petcare to acquire Champion Petfoods
Mars Petcare has announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Champion Petfoods, a global pet food maker, from an investor group led by Bedford Capital and Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan. Mars Petcare’s associates will support Champion Petfoods’ team in driving further growth, innovation, and success. Together,…
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Aug- 2022 -16 AugustAppointment
Royal Canin UK&I names new general manager
Royal Canin has appointed Nick Foster as its new general manager, and his new role will involve leading the UK division of Royal Canin. Foster replaces Jimmy Park who is stepping down from the role and returning to Korea after navigating Royal Canin through transformations, including its approach to Covid-19…
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Jul- 2022 -28 JulyIndustry News
PetQuip unveils finalists for Industry Awards 2022
The PetQuip trade association has announced the list of finalists for this year’s PetQuip Industry Awards. A record number of entries were received, and following preliminary judging, these have now been whittled down to a list of finalists. Two new categories – ‘Celebrating Green and Organic’ and the ‘Sustainability Award’…
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20 JulyFeatures
Assisi Pet Care relaunches Hollings Dog Treats
Hollings have been at the fore-front of natural dog treats for over 40 years, with an ethos of working with nature, minimising waste and doing what is best for the nation’s dogs – providing great tasting, natural dog treats. Increasing numbers of dog owners are looking to feed their dogs…
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13 JulyFeatures
The changing nature of pet ownership
The pet industry has transformed in the last decade and trends like premiumisation and anthropomorphism show no sign of slowing down. The pandemic saw 3.2 million animals purchased during lockdown alone, and much to The Pope’s frustration, more young people are choosing to parent pets, rather than children. But have…
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6 JulyRetailers
Mars Petcare latest to halt supplies to Tesco amid price dispute
Mars Petcare has halted supplies to Tesco as the supermarket faces its second dispute amid rising costs, as inflation continues to impact supplier and retailer relations. Mars Petcare, which produces brands such as Whiskas, Dreamies, Pedigree and Cesar, has paused supplies to Tesco until an agreement can be reached on…
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Jun- 2022 -22 JuneManufacturers
Mars Petcare’s Dreamies marks Pride for second year running
Mars Petcare has continued its support for the LGBTQ+ community through its Dreamies and ongoing partnership with LGBT Foundation. Dreamies has brought back its partnership with LGBT Foundation for a second year, featuring the charity’s helpline number on seven million packs during Pride month, as well as the LGBT Foundation…
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17 JuneIndustry News
Mars Inc announces new global president
Mars Inc has announced that Ikdeep Singh has been named as the new global president for its Pet Nutrition business. The role also sees Singh become a member of Mars Petcare’s global leadership team. Singh will be responsible for some of the world’s largest pet food brands including Pedigree, Whiskas,…
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8 JuneManufacturers
Mars Petcare hits 100% sustainably sourced fish target in Europe
Mars Pet Nutrition has announced that it has hit its target to sustainably source 100% of its fish used in its European business. Its sustainably sourced fish supply is reportedly endorsed by “credible” third parties and from fisheries that maintain “the diversity of the fish ecosystem”. The group said the…
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Apr- 2022 -13 AprilEvents
Petcare Innovation Summit Best in Show Spotlight finalists announced
The finalists of the Petcare Innovation Summit Best in Show Spotlight were announced last week ahead of the event taking place in London, 17-18 May 2022. The Spotlight provides the opportunity to hear from the most exciting companies in the petcare space currently looking for investment or partnership across pet…
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