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Pets Choice today announced the acquisition of the Spike’s World group of brands, including Spike’s, Wildthings and Feathers & Beaky. Chief Executive Tony Raeburn said: “We are very excited to add yet more great brands to the Pets Choice family and believe that the Spike’s World group is the perfect fit to increase our proposition to the pet industry.”

Small independents fear new Pets at Home store on Guernsey threatens their future

A new Pets at Home superstore which opens on Guernsey next week threatens the future of much smaller retailers. That's the view of owners of independent pet shops on the island, who fear the impact of the UK chain store will cause “incredible economic hardship”.

Natures Menu named as inspiring British company

Natures Menu has been named as one of London Stock Exchange’s Top 1,000 Companies to Inspire Britain. The annual report identifies the fastest growing and most dynamic small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the UK and the Norfolk-based company was the only raw pet food brand to feature...

Managing director Craig Taylor said: “We are at an exciting time in the business as we look to open a new factory this year to help meet the growing demand for quality, balanced raw pet food."

Independent pet shop celebrates 25 years of business

Northumbria Pets in Alnwick is celebrating 25 years of successful business today (June 1). Owned by Keith and Luann Nichols, the store employs three members of staff with more than 75 years’ combined experience in the pet trade...

Pet shop owner fined for trading without a licence

A Coventry pet shop owner has been fined for trading without a licence. Amanda Evans ran Godiva Reptiles and Exotics and magistrates were told she failed to apply for a new licence for 2017, despite continuing to trade as a pet shop.

Serious about stocking pet products – only PATS has all the brands

The biggest-ever PATS show being held at Telford International Centre on September 24-25 will be the only place this Autumn to see all the new pet products to be launched in the UK...

Pet food products influenced by human trends

Pet food products are becoming ever more influenced by human food and drink trends, and at a much faster rate than seen previously. That's the view of Law Print & Packaging Management, one of the leading pet food packaging companies in the UK...

Premium dog food brand launches treats range

Ultra premium dog food brand, AATU, has launched its first-ever treat range featuring five flavours – Puppy (Chicken & Salmon), Duck, Turkey, Chicken and Salmon & Sardine...

Trust Pet Products show attracts over 75 suppliers

Over 75 suppliers exhibited at Trust Pet Products' fourth trade show at the British Motor Museum, near Warwick...

Dog Treat Company joins forces with holiday chain

Devon-based Dog Treat Company has announced a dog-friendly alliance with fellow countryside fanatics Forest Holidays, who offer nine idyllic luxury cabin sites situated throughout our isle’s finest woodland settings...

Owners given chance to have their pets star in video

Royal Canin has launched an interactive social video that allows pet owners to instantly personalise scenes with their dog or cat. The video is part of a new educational awareness initiative, which aims to help owners better understand their animals' needs...

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Skinner’s Pet Food sponsors Dog Arena at BBC Countryfile Live

Skinner’s Pet Foods will be sponsoring the Dog Arena for the second year at Countryfile Live in the picturesque grounds of Blenheim Palace from August 3-6...

New from Exo Terra! Easy to set up Monsoon Misting systems!

The Exo Terra Monsoon Solo and Multi are new programmable misting systems suitable for all types of terrariums and greenhouses...

Shires Equestrian sponsors BETA's New Product Gallery for a fifth year

BETA International is set to welcome Shires Equestrian back as sponsor of the New Product Gallery in 2018 – for a fifth consecutive year...

Guide Dogs helped to calm the nerves of students

Around 350 students at Exeter University cuddled a guide dog between exams and managed to raise over £1,200 for Guide Dogs...

Pet Food Seminar focusses on pet health and wellbeing.

Nordic Pet Food Events is inviting pet food professionals to attend its third Nordic Pet Food Seminar on the topic of pet health and wellbeing...

Yea-Sacc gives Roger a new lease of life

When David Anderson’s horse Roger lacked energy out hunting he couldn’t quite get to the root of the problem...

YAKERS dog chews prove to be a big hit

Kennelpak has been overwhelmed with the response from wholesalers, retailers and consumers alike to its new YAKERS dog chews, which were launched at PATS Sandown in March...

Peregrine Livefoods secures exclusive deal with Biopod

Biopod is a revolutionary complete micro-habitat set to launch globally on July 17. If you’re looking for the next big thing, you need to read this...

IAMS launches new campaign to educate pet owners

As the gap between pet food and human food trends continues to narrow, consumers are scrutinising the ingredients in the nutrition they feed their pets more than ever. With this in mind IAMS campaign to highlight why its food is packed with high quality animal proteins to support healthy, active lives for pets...

ROGZ launches new treat puzzle at international show

South African accessories brand ROGZ launched a novel new product at Zoomark. Described as a 'treat puzzle', this slow feeder/treat dispenser is one with a marked difference...

Put feline welfare on election agenda, urges cat charity

Charity Cats Protection is calling for Britain’s next Parliament to legislate for air gun licensing in England and Wales as more than 200 pets suffered pellet wounds last year...