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Dog toy set to take the market by storm in 2018
Revealed: Secrets of UK's Pet Retailer of the Year
The new Yak Snack is a stand out winner for Antos
Natures Menu celebrates successful launch of True Instinct
Exciting times ahead for award-winning HayPigs
Super Premium bird food Goldenfeast is a big hit
Record-breaking attendance figures at PATS Telford
Picture round-up from the pet extravaganza
HOWND clinches double-gold at PetQuip Awards
Frozzys takes fresh approach to consumer shows
Pet firm secures €5m funding to fuel European expansion
PFMA appeals for safeguarding of pet food manufacture
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Improvements at Vital continue to offer better support for retailers
Lily's Kitchen receives outstanding ethical company score
British eco-business launches American-themed toys for dogs made from recycled plastic
Royal Seal of Approval for Fish4Dogs
New Product winners from Antos, Group 55, HayPigs!, Kong, Pedigree, Symply, The Innocent Hound and Versele-Laga at PATS
PetQuip Award winners revealed at glitzy event
Picture gallery from the PetQuip Awards
PIF Forum to reveal results into rabbit nutrition study
PetSafe Brand launches microchip cat flap
Enjoy the North Wales Sheepdog trials with CSJ
Launch of new wet dog food range with added 'vet know-how'
Burgess Pet Care launches Great British Rabbit Census
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New Product winners from Antos, Group 55, HayPigs!, Kong, Pedigree, Symply, The Innocent Hound and Versele-Laga at PATS



Antos, Group 55, HayPigs!, Kong, Pedigree, Symply, The Innocent Hound and Versele-Laga were the winners of the PATS Telford 2017 New Product Awards which were presented at the PetQuip Awards after the first day of a successful show.

 

The awards were chosen by a team of expert pet retail judges, who arrived at the show before 9.30am on Sunday, September 24, in order to make their choices from a record number of more than 250 new products entered.

 

Their decisions took into account a number of guideline criteria such as product innovation, design, quality, packaging and value for money.

 

The judges agreed that the New Product Showcase had produced a high calibre of entries with a tremendous amount of innovation. They were pleased to see such a wide range of products, and felt the majority of items on display showed some great innovation.

 

Here is a full list of the winners together with the judges’ comments:

 

CAT FOOD AND TREATS

Winner



Symply Pet Foods with Canagan Light Senior/Sterilised for Cat Food

 

The judges felt this product was an excellent addition to a successful range. With clear packaging and a good price point, this product encourages continuity for the cat owner to remain with the range as their pet gets older.

 

CAT ACCESSORY AND GIFT PRODUCT

Winner



KONG Company with the Cat Laser Teaser

 

The judges chose this winning product for being fun and interactive They believe they will prove popular with both the owner and the pet. It also has a great price point.

 

 

DOG FOOD AND TREATS

Winner



Antos with Yak Snack range

 

The judges felt this pet snack is different to anything that’s currently in the UK market. With a great price, good packing with strong labeling, this treat will also prove to be long lasting.

 


DOG ACCESSORY AND GIFT PRODUCT

Winner



Pedigree Wholesale with Chuckit Breathe Right Ball

 

The judges picked out a toy that will complement a very successful range. Keeping the strong branding of a well-known name, as well as its distinctive orange colour and design, this new product is set to fly off the shelves.

 


BIRD PRODUCT

Winner



Versele-Laga with Goldenfeast

 

The judges said this super premium bird food looks good enough to eat. The packaging has distinctive packaging with a grab handle, which makes handling and pouring easy. Versatile and reusable, it comes with refill packs.

 


SMALL ANIMAL PRODUCT

Winner



HayPigs! With their Piggy Weightlifter – Vegetable Kebab Maker

 

The judges were unanimous in their choice of this winning product. They felt a fun circus range for small animals was a great addition to the market. The winning product from the range was a novel idea and will provide hours of enjoyment.

 


PET CARE PRODUCT

Winner



The Innocent Hound with Vamoosh

 

The judges believe this product has fantastic market potential because it tackles a common problem. There is nothing like this currently in the market and it has an excellent price point.

 


GROOMING PRODUCT

Winner



Group 55 with Feline Fresh

 

The judges felt this product filled a gap for cat owners, adding a wipe specifically for cats. It is another great addition to a popular range. It also has a fantastic smell.

See all the winners at PATS Telford today.  The show is open until 4pm.  See you here.

www.patshow.co.uk/visiting

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