Since launching over 10 years ago, PATS exhibitions have helped hundreds of companies to launch new products, meet new customers and grow their business.

Pet Munchies is one company that has grown impressively during this time and founder Suzanne Rothman admits that PATS has played a huge part in her successful business.

And now Suzanne is looking forward to the next chapter in the success story at PATS Telford on 22-23 September.

Here she explains what visitors to the UK’s number one pet industry exhibition can expect.

Will you be launching new products at PATS Telford?

Pet Munchies will be launching our new Wild Salmon Strips at PATS, which are a perfect complement to our premium jerky range of treats. This high quality treat is rich in vitamins and minerals and due to the high levels of Omega 3 helps promote joint mobility and a healthy skin and coat. Single source fish protein will make this product a wonderful new addition to our core range.

What do you hope to achieve at this year’s show?

I’m looking forward to seeing all of our loyal customers and bringing on board new ones and giving all a chance to look at our exciting range of products. We take on board feedback and what is working so well. It is a perfect opportunity to ensure we are getting it right.

Would you say that PATS has helped you to grow as a business?

Definitely. So many retailers have expanded their Pet Munchies range after seeing us at PATS and trying out new varieties. It has helped our company to grow and to give us the confidence to offer over 40 different varieties of treats. Once it works for them they come back to try more. 

What do you particularly like about the shows at Sandown and Telford?

It is a perfect network opportunity for us. We are able to see such an amazing variety of customers and showcase our new product development and full range at first hand. The diversity of visitors is fantastic from small to large retailers, vet practices, groomers, garden centres and online retailers, all in a couple of days – it makes this such a great trade show. 

Will you be hoping to speak to international buyers?

Each year we have been at PATS we have had the opportunity to speak to international buyers so I am confident this year will be the same.

What makes PATS shows so special?

It has become a must-go-to event for all in the pet trade. 

To find a full list of exhibitors at PATS Telford and details on how to register for free entry visit www.patshow.co.uk