Newsletter - Pet Trade Xtra

After over 40 years in the gardening and leisure industry (over 33 years of which have been as director general of Gardenex and PetQuip), Amanda Sizer Barrett will be retiring from the Federation on Monday (31 March). The new director general will be Joe Denham, managing director of DogDoov, who will take over on Tuesday (1 April).

Amanda, pictured above, handing over a Lifetime Achievement Award to John Burns at the PetQuip Awards in 2023.

Pet retailer secures £300k funding to drive expansion

Manchester-based premium pet products retailer OurPetsLife (OPL) has secured £300,000 in funding, led by GC Angels alongside private investment from crowdfunding platform, Seedrs. The investment will fuel OPL’s ambitious plans to expand internationally, develop exclusive brands, and reach more pet owners worldwide...

Henry Wag expands into American pet market

3P Enterprise has announced a major milestone in the expansion of Henry Wag. In partnership with Jolly Pets, the premium pet care brand is officially launching in the US at Global Pet Expo this week...

Mother and daughter go head-to-head for business award

Pet shop owner Katie Parker will go up against her mother Pam in a prestigious Business Leader Award next week...

Nova marks 20 years with Golden Ticket Giveaway

Nova Dog Chews, a leading supplier of high-quality, natural dog treats, is celebrating its 20th anniversary this April and to mark the milestone the brand is launching an exclusive Golden Ticket Giveaway for trade customers...

New VETOpure Collars extend Beaphar’s plant-based flea repellent range

Pet care expert Beaphar has extended its popular VETOpure range of plant-based flea repellent products with new VETOpure Collars for dogs and cats...

YDOLO guides owners on transitioning puppies to adult nutrition

YDOLO UK & Ireland is helping dog owners make informed decisions about their puppy’s nutrition with expert guidance on when and how to transition from puppy food to adult food...

New TropiClean Chew Stop Behaviour Aid available through Pedigree Wholesale

TropiClean has just launched its newest innovation, available exclusively through Pedigree Wholesale. The Chew Stop Behaviour Aid is available in three distinctive formulas for use in the home, for dogs, and a gentler option for puppies...

Support fertility and hormones with Dorwest Herbs

Dorwest Herbs is raising awareness for how to support fertility and hormones with natural supplements, as whether choosing to breed or not, entire females can be subject to some very specific issues including false pregnancy...

Roolo partners with Canine Principles to help more dogs nationwide

Three Sussex friends who created a unique dog enrichment toy have partnered with an ethical canine training course provider to help dogs all over the country...

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Raw dog food supermarket to open in York

A new raw dog food supermarket is opening in York and will cater to the “growing demand for biologically appropriate pet diets”, according to the York Press...

Retailers association says Spring Statement fails to address high street crisis

A leading retailers' association has said the Chancellor's Spring Statement delivered yesterday failed to address the 'perfect storm' of cost pressures facing independent retailers across the UK.

Vital appoints Business Development Manager

Vital Pet Group has appointed Hannah Green as Business Development Manager...

Heroic emergency services save beloved cat from burning house

Whiskey, a one-year-old beloved domestic short-hair cat from Hatfield, has defied the odds and survived a house fire...

The best of last edition of Pet Trade Xtra

The top-read stories from last week's Pet Trade Xtra can be seen below, if you missed them...

Brambles Pet and Wildlife under new ownership

Brambles Pet and Wildlife owners David and Gail Tracey, pictured receiving a Highly Commended in the Supplier of the Year category at the 2023 PetQuip Awards, have sold their shares to pet food manufacturer Fold Hill Foods...

PIF launches initiative to celebrate UK pet retailers

The Pet Industry Federation has launched a nationwide spring-themed pet window display competition – Paws in Spring – celebrating the creativity and dedication of UK pet retailers...

AI fund makes six-figure investment into pet health startup

Manchester-based EHE Ventures has made a ‘significant’ six-figure investment via its AI Growth Fund into London AI-powered startup Scooch...

First pictures from Jollyes two new store openings

Award-winning pet retailer Jollyes has opened its two newest superstores in Chichester and Pontefract. The stores at Portfield Trade Centre, Chichester, and South Baileygate Retail Park, Pontefract, were officially opened by special guests...

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