It has been a great start to the year for Billy + Margot the Premium pet treat and food brand based in Hampshire with record volumes across the board and every product enjoying significant growth in sales.

This was undoubtedly aided by the appointment in January of Vital Pet Products as their first wholesaler, making it even easier for retailers to stock Billy + Margot products. The company has now announced that they have also appointed Pedigree Wholesale starting in July.

Export markets have also boomed and Billy + Margot is now selling across the UAE after winning a large contract from a pet distributor based in Dubai. 

Manging director and founder Marie Sawle comments: 'This is our first venture into the Middle East and the initial consignment has just arrived in Dubai. The distributor is so pleased with our products that they have already committed to a bigger order. European markets are expanding too and we have just won an order for iced treats from Belgium’s largest retail group, Tom & Co.'

The company is definitely not standing still and is planning the launch of three new products later this year.

Marie says: "It is a very exciting time for us. We only began trading in 2012 and the first three years are the hardest for any fledging businesses. 

"But with the valuable support of our investor and mentor Deborah Meaden we have shown the pet industry that we are more than just a one hit wonder.

"Our range includes innovative and healthy products that appeal to customers for their authenticity.

"We care immensely about the ingredients we use and of course all our products are made in Britain to the highest standards.

"We do not need to use any marketing gimmicks as, quite simply, with Billy+Margot, what you see is exactly what you get."

The future for this fast growing business is exciting and many people are waiting with interest to read the next chapter in the Billy + Margot story. They don't have long to wait.

Pictured: Billy + Margot founder Marie Sawle takes time out from her busy schedule to relax with pet dog Margot.