In This Issue
Freeze-dried specialist IFD Group Ltd acquires COYA Pet
Renowned novelist JK Rowling joins in the fun of successful Bring Your Dog to Work Day
Petbuddy Group acquires Thrive Pet Foods
Prestigious PIF Awards now open for entries
Natural alternative to traditional chemical flea control
Fast-growing Jollyes set to open its 103rd new store
Mars Petcare introduces new Sheba Kitten range
Natures Menu launches Pet Pantry concept
Furr Boost nominated for an Enterprise Vision Award
Scoff Paper launches edible wedding cards for dogs
Kennelpak celebrates Yakers award win
Danish Design donates beds to Dog Trust
Paleo Ridge introduces new single protein products
Dorwest Herbs supports 100 & First Foundation
Range extension to Doodle’s Deli pre-packed lines
Pointer’s Dog Treasure Hunt coming to park near you
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Pedigree Wholesale appoints Julian Grindey as new Managing Director
Woof and Brew appoints new Managing Director
Birmingham Dogs Home appoints new Head Vet
Today is final day for PetQuip Award entries
Fettle introduces Ground Seed Milk Thistle Powder
Doggy Doggy Yum Yum raises funds for assistance dog charity
Dog owners warned to be vigilant during heatwave
Quirkiest dog friendly pubs in the UK revealed
The best of last edition of Pet Trade Xtra
Cornish pet business wins prestigious wholesale contracts
More than just a Store: National Pet Shop Day to celebrate services and solutions on the high street
UK pet firms would benefit from more part-time working
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Freeze-dried specialist IFD Group Ltd acquires COYA Pet

Norfolk-based IFD (International Freeze Dried), which specialises in own label freeze-dried pet innovation for dogs and cats with treats, toppers, foods and kibble plus products, has acquired freeze-dried raw only brand COYA Pet Foods in a move to accelerate the category growth and demand for freeze-dried products...

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Renowned novelist JK Rowling joins in the fun of successful Bring Your Dog to Work Day

The nation’s pet owners, including Harry Potter novelist JK Rowling, ensured that the 11th annual Bring Your Dog to Work Day on Friday was a huge success, as thousands shared pictures of the big day on social media...

JK Rowling posted pictures of her dogs on Bring Your Dog to Work Day.

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Petbuddy Group acquires Thrive Pet Foods

Petbuddy Group (PBG), a leading consortium of super-premium pet food brands, has announced theacquisition of Thrive Pet Foods. Founded in 2018 with its flagship brand Buddy Pet Foods, PBG has rapidly grown to become a major player in the pet food industry, now boasting a portfolio of eight premium brands...

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Prestigious PIF Awards now open for entries

Entries are now open for the Pet Industry Federation Awards, sponsored by leading pet wholesaler Su-Bridge Pet Supplies...

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Natural alternative to traditional chemical flea control
 

The Holistic Hound, a leader in natural pet care, was thrilled when it won the coveted Pet Industry Federation Innovation Award 2024 for its new product Don't Bug Me – a herbal monthly spot-on alternative designed to repel ticks and fleas in pets...

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Fast-growing Jollyes set to open its 103rd new store

Fast-growing pet retail group Jollyes will open its 103rd retail outlet when it unveils a new superstore in Nuneaton tomorrow (Friday) before re-opening revamped premises in Newcastle on Saturday...

Jollyes chief executive officer Joe Wykes with NFRSA founder The Countess Bathurst after announcing the retail group with fundraise for the charity.

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Mars Petcare introduces new Sheba Kitten range
 

Mars Petcare is expanding its portfolio of meals with the launch of its new Sheba Kitten range for the first time. Recognising the opportunity to future-proof the petcare category by recruiting owners into the brand from day one of cat ownership, Sheba is providing an accessible yet premium proposition for retailers to tap into this opportunity. 

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Natures Menu launches Pet Pantry concept

Natures Menu Pet Food is launching a groundbreaking partnership programme with garden centres across the UK. Bringing its Pet Pantry concept to market, this non-seasonal pet food solution is a growth-building opportunity that will drive footfall...

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Furr Boost nominated for an Enterprise Vision Award
 

Furr Boost, the healthy hydration smoothie drink that scooped the Best Product Innovation Awards at both PetQuip and the PIF Awards in 2022 is now adding to its success in 2024 by finding two major retail and wholesale stockists in The Range and Copdock Mill. It has also been nominated in the Best Retail Category at the Enterprise Vision Awards...

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Scoff Paper launches edible wedding cards for dogs

With around 12 million dogs now playing an important role in families across the UK, it's no surprise that pet friendly weddings are on the rise. Due to popular demand, Scoff Paper has launched a range of wedding celebration cards in chicken and bacon flavours, to ensure well-loved pooches are included in the big day.

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Kennelpak celebrates Yakers award win
 

Kennelpak is celebrating winning the 'Pet Wellbeing Product of the Year’ award with its YAKERS Superfoods occupier chews in the Pet Product Marketing Awards 2024...

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Danish Design donates beds to Dog Trust

Danish Design has donated pet beds to Dogs Trust in Leeds, which will help raise funds for the shelter...

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Paleo Ridge introduces new single protein products
 

Paleo Ridge, a leading provider of premium raw pet food, has added two new single protein products to its Classic raw dog food range – Classic Chicken and Classic Duck, both available in 500g packs...

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Dorwest Herbs supports 100 & First Foundation

Dorwest directors Jo and Ben Boughton-White are supporting the 100 & First Foundation, whose mission is to reduce prisoners re-offending...

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Range extension to Doodle’s Deli pre-packed lines
 

Doodle’s Deli has expanded its pre-packed range with three new treats. The new lines are Veal Ribs, Smoked Venison Shank Skin, and Venison Tendons...

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Pointer’s Dog Treasure Hunt coming to park near you

Dog biscuit expert Pointer is launching Dog Treasure Hunts across the country which are set to arrive at several UK locations in the coming weeks. Dogs of all breeds and their humans are invited to join this two-week event starting on 6th July 2024, for a day of tricks, treats, and tail-wagging excitement...

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