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Group55 announces expansion with move to new premises
Group55, whose brands include animology, has announced plans to move to an eight-acre site in Chorley and the creation of 50 new jobs to the region. Founder and chairman Stephen Turner commented: “This move marks a transformative milestone for Group55..."
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Dog food firm Different Dog raises £10m investment
Different Dog, a premium fresh dog food subscription service, has announced that it has raised £10m, from new and existing investors, to accelerate its mission to change dogs’ lives with real food.
Different Dog was founded in 2017 by husband-and-wife duo Charlie & Alex Thurstan,
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Multiple brands on show at PATS 2025
Major companies are taking advantage of the opportunity to increase their stand space at PATS 2025 following the decision to move the exhibition to the NEC Birmingham, and as a result they will be showcasing multiple brands during the show in September...
Donald Cooke won two New Product Awards at PATS 2024 and can’t wait to return with popular brands K9 Chew Co, Tick Twister and No More Plaque.
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Pet retailer approaches £100k fundraising target
PetPlace – which has stores in Llangefni, Ruthin, Mold, Abergele and Gledrid, Oswestry, and a HQ in Kinmel Bay – has collected a staggering £94,789 for Hope House and Ty Gobaith children’s hospices...
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Vital expands into raw feeding category with leading brands
Leading wholesaler Vital Pet Group is expanding into the raw feeding category, partnering with some of the most recognised names in the sector, including Natures Menu, Nutriment, Cotswold Raw, Paleo Ridge, Pet Natura and Fur Baby Nutrition...
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Pets at Home share price recovers after profits update
Shares in Pets at Home recovered slightly after the retail group published a pre-close update in respect of its financial performance in the past year...
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Pet firms cause a stir with April Fools hoaxes
Pet companies have been causing a stir this week with April Fools hoaxes, including HayPigs! launching Aqua Wheeker, the world’s first premium bottled water for guinea pigs...
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Pet bakery launches innovative Treatings Cards
Shropshire-based artisan pet bakery Life of Riley has announced the launch of Treatings Cards, a range of greetings cards featuring edible dog treats directly attached to the front.
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British companies get set for Zoomark exhibition
PetQuip trade association reports strong contingent of innovative UK firms at Zoomark, Bologna, Italy, taking place on 5-7 May...
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New insecticidal shampoo for dogs from Beaphar
Pet care specialist Beaphar UK has introduced a new Insecticidal Shampoo for Dogs that kills fleas fast and helps prevent reinfestation...
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Global summit to explore future of pet nutrition
The Purina Institute Global Summit 2025 will feature presentations from 20 global thought leaders exploring the future of pet nutrition and veterinary care...
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Baboo Gelato to launch new variety of Doggy Doggy Yum Yum
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Henry Wag unveils sustainable dog collars and leads
Henry Wag has introduced its latest collection of sustainable dog collars and leads. Designed with eco-conscious pet owners in mind, these new products combine premium materials, durability, and safety to provide a comfortable and secure walking experience for dogs of all sizes...
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New Doodle’s Deli Meaty Ice Cream now available
Pedigree Wholesale has introduced three new meaty ice creams to the Doodle’s Deli Treats range. Now available in Vanilla, Chicken and Beef, these frozen treats offer a flavour to suit every dog, making them the perfect summer treat.
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WildWash unveils 5-in-1 natural treatment for dogs and cats
WildWash, has launched Magic Mud for Dogs and Cats, a 5-in-1 natural mud treatment formulated to de-shed, promote hair growth, ease muscle and joint discomfort, exfoliate, and detoxify...
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Marketing agency adds international brand to client line-up
Independent, integrated marketing communications agency, Leopard Co, has won a contract to launch the Compawnion dog training app in the UK and beyond...
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New data reveals how much Brits spoil their pets
A new survey by UK Pet Food reveals that nearly half (48%) of British pet owners go above and beyond to treat their furry friends like family – kissing them, singing them to sleep, and even taking them on date nights...
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Independent retailers association warns of 'Atrocious April'
The British Independent Retailers Association has voiced serious concerns over the latest figures from the BRC-NIQ Shop Price Index for March 2025...
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Dorwest Herbs supports hospice through ‘Stampede by the Sea’
Award-winning herbal pet care company Dorwest Herbs has announced its sponsorship and support for Weldmar Hospice through local initiative ‘Stampede by the Sea’; bringing together Dorset communities, schools and artists this spring.
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CSJ TurmerDog! Perfect for senior and active dogs
CSJ has launched yet another superior nutritional feed supplement for dogs – TurmerDog! – and the rich golden coloured ‘creamy’ liquid is simply mixed in with daily food...
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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...
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...
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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...
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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...
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PetQuip’s director general Amanda Sizer Barrett retires with Joe Denham taking over
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 has retired from the Federation. The new director general will be Joe Denham, managing director of DogDoov.
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Vital appoints Business Development Manager
Vital Pet Group has appointed Hannah Green as Business Development Manager...
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