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Finalists revealed for PIF’s Innovation Award 2026
Ex-RSPCA chief vet launches Pet Lighthouse to help owners navigate the fog of modern pet care
Pet wellness brand scales up with international ambitions 
Doodlebone adds Lilac Quilt to Dinky Dog Collection
LitPet introduces new variety to Meaty Mix range
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Summit to spotlight how human-animal bond is shaping vet medicine
Renters finally bring pets home after rules change
Pet store under new ownership
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Award-winning pet retailer closes its four stores
Jollyes launches new pet travel range
PAWD DRINKS becomes a Certified B Corporation
Burgess donates £24,000 worth of food to rescue centres
PIF launches member consultation on proposed flea treatment changes
Zooomy wins prestigious Branding Award
Pedigree Wholesale MD Julian Grindey leaves business
Royal seal of approval for Pet Remedy
Pet owners urged to support independents
Firm secures £700k to improve pet dental care
PIF set to showcase UK pet industry at Interzoo
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Finalists revealed for PIF’s Innovation Award 2026

The Pet Industry Federation has announced the 14 finalists for its Innovation Award 2026, showcasing a diverse range of products, services and technologies shaping the future of the UK pet sector...

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Pedigree Wholesale MD Julian Grindey leaves business

The Specialist Pet Group has announced that Pedigree Wholesale managing director Julian Grindey is leaving the business. Meanwhile, Paul Lewis has been appointed as group managing director, with responsibility across both Pedigree Wholesale and PSR Trading...

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Royal seal of approval for Pet Remedy
Devon pet brand lands rare King’s Award for Innovation

Torquay-based Pet Remedy has achieved what few businesses in the animal sector ever do, winning a prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise for Innovation.

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Pet owners urged to support independents
 

New research from Johnson's Veterinary Products has revealed that 67% of pet owners think local shops are important to their community, yet only 12% name an independent as their main source of pet products. It is that worrying gap between sentiment and shopping behaviour that this year's National Pet Shop Day is setting out to challenge...

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Firm secures £700k to improve pet dental care

Luna Pet Healthcare, a dental-only veterinary business, has secured £700,000 funding to support growing demand from customers seeking to improve the dental care of their pets...

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PIF set to showcase UK pet industry at Interzoo

With less than one week to go until Interzoo 2026, the Pet Industry Federation is finalising preparations to support UK pet businesses at the world’s leading pet trade event...

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Ex-RSPCA chief vet launches Pet Lighthouse to help owners navigate the fog of modern pet care
 

Former RSPCA Chief Veterinary Officer Dr Caroline Allen has launched Pet Lighthouse, an independent ‘second opinion’ consultancy that moves beyond the clinical diagnosis to put animal welfare and family needs back at the heart of the conversation.

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Pet wellness brand scales up with international ambitions 

One year after launching, pet wellness brand WellPaws is moving quickly from challenger to established player, with strong subscription uptake, national distribution, and international expansion firmly underway...

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Doodlebone adds Lilac Quilt to Dinky Dog Collection

Doodlebone has unveiled Lilac Quilt, a fresh new colourway joining its much‑loved Dinky Dog Collection. Designed specifically for small breeds and puppies, the launch brings a soft, seasonal update to one of the brand’s best‑selling materials...

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LitPet introduces new variety to Meaty Mix range

Award-winning pet supplement company LitPet has added a Shine & Coat variety to its successful range of Meaty Mix pastes based on herbal Traditional Chinese Medicine. The brand has also developed new packaging to give the products enhanced shelf appeal...

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