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Pet probiotic market to be worth $7.1bn by 2031

The global market for pet probiotics is set to be worth up to $7.1bn (£6.3bn) by 2031, according to data from Nestle Purina. Alongside this, the data from Nestle Purina found that the market was worth $4.4bn (£3.6bn) in 2023. Pet probiotics are supplements containing live beneficial bacteria that promote…

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The rise in demand for customised pet food in the UK

As people adjust their own diets to influence their health, pet owners want to do the same for their pets. A 2022 FMCG Guruz report stated that 40% of pet owners worldwide turn to pet products to support their pets’ wellness. Another report by FMCG Guruz found that 63% of…

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Tuggs secures £1.1m funding

UK insect-based dog food brand Tuggs has secured £1.1m funding from a range of institutional investors after tripling its revenues in the last nine months. The pre-seed of £1.1m secured earlier this year has contributed to key business developments over the last five months including team hiring, product development and…

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Tuggs launches new mealworm treat with added probiotics

Pet food startup Tuggs has launched a new mealworm treat, Tuggs for Tummies, with added probiotics. Tuggs for Tummies is manufactured using a freeze-dried process, with each bite containing added pre and probiotics to build up the microbiome and support overall digestive health. Tuggs founder Harry Bremner developed Tuggs in…

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Tuggs launches insect-based pet food pouches

Tuggs, the UK’s first fresh, insect-based dog food producer, has launched insect-based pet food pouches. The Tuggs food pouches contain a blend of fresh insects such as the black soldier fly larvae, human-grade meat and vegetables. These insect meals are available in beef, turkey and cod flavours. These food pouches…

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