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Pet shop owner prosecuted by RSPCA
A Hull pet shop owner's been disqualified from keeping caged exotics, rabbits, reptiles, guinea pigs and caged birds for life, after a prosecution brought by the RSPCA...
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PIF restructures event portfolio to include new dog grooming contest
The Pet Industry Federation has announced details of two of its key events for 2019, part of a dynamic re-structuring of its event portfolio to better reflect the evolving needs and expectations of PIF membership and the UK pet industry as a whole...
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School pupils create plastic-free pet products
A team of pupils at a Suffolk School have been getting to grips with the world of business by creating their own pet brand DOG...
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New floating shape toys from Mighty Mutts brand
Mighty Mutts has added a new range of floating shape chew toys to its product offering...
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Bestpets ‘takes two’ at the Bestway Performance Awards
Specialist pet wholesaler, Bestpets, scooped two awards at the Bestway Performance Awards – the annual showcase where the company celebrates and rewards outstanding achievements seen across all its divisions, during the company’s last financial year...
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Skinner’s sponsor Suffolk Dog Day’s first Woofers Winter Walk
Skinner’s sponsored the first Woofers Winter Walk which took place on Sunday in the stunning grounds of Helmingham Hall...
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New and improved FURminator premium grooming range
FURminator has announced a relaunch which includes a new and enhanced range of products and improved packaging to cement its expert and premium positioning...
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Tetra launches Pond FilterStart Bacteria to restore biological balance
Tetra has launched Pond FilterStart Bacteria, a water conditioner which combines two types of natural, highly active bacteria to ensure optimal pond care...
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Let's use Brexit to ban cruel animal exports, says MEP John Flack
Campaigning MEP John Flack is backing a parliamentary move to use the opportunity of Brexit to end the cruel exportation of livestock...
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Nine in 10 Brits shop on Amazon, says Mintel
More Amazon shoppers have increased their shopping (21%) with the retailer than decreased it (13%) over the past year, according to Mintel...
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Still time to book for international trade event
Delegates at the one-day The Future for International Trade conference on 12th March will benefit from hearing top level presentations covering every aspect of exporting, from mega trends in retailing worldwide to finding new and developing export markets and how to ease the path of exporting in the post-Brexit era...
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The best of the previous Pet Trade Xtra
The top-read stories from last week's Pet Trade Xtra can be seen below, if you missed them...
Leading pet food firm buys rival company
Leading pet food manufacturer, Pets Choice, has made its first acquisition of 2019, expanding its brand portfolio with the addition of Rufus Foods. The sale, which completed 25th February 2019, saw Pets Choice acquire the Rufus Foods brand, boosting Pets Choice’s brand portfolio to a total of 10...
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Pet shop owner left 'heartbroken after break-in
Raiders broke into a Somerset pet shop overnight using a medieval looking object, according to the 'heartbroken' owner...
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Roger Mugford stepping down as CEO of Company of Animals
Company of Animals founder Dr Roger Mugford is stepping down as CEO of the business this spring to grow a new venture, Animal Insights Limited.
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Change dogs' llves. Stock real food!
The pet food market is evolving rapidly. At Different Dog, we’re committed to changing dogs’ lives through real food, and working with retailers to deliver even greater choice...
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