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Pet food company stars in BBC Three documentary

The 20-year-old boss of a growing pet food business has featured in an episode of ‘Young, Welsh & Pretty Minted’ shown on BBC Three...

Pet firm to appear in new series of Dragons’ Den

The owners of innovative pet product company Groomi, which supplies a unique grooming tool for dogs, cats and horses, are set to appear in the new series of Dragons’ Den when the hit TV programme returns to BBC2 next month...

Two young entrepreneurs set out ambitious pet plans

Two young entrepreneurs from Devon have set out ambitious plans for the growth of their budding pet treat company, Aniimal Industries Ltd...

Major vet business in ‘real’ living wage pledge

Vets Now is pledging to pay all of its staff more than the 'real' living wage. It’s understood they are the first major veterinary business in the UK to make this promise. Animal care assistant, Jody Reynolds (pictured) said the decision will make a real difference to her life...

Su-Bridge secures wholesale exclusive for Hot Dog

Su-Bridge Pet Supplies has expanded its dog bed range by partnering with Yorkshire-based company Hot Dog Pet Products, with a deal that gives the wholesaler exclusive distribution rights...

Pet firm rewarded for being a great place to work

Online pet retailer Tails.com has been judged to be one of the best places to work in the UK...

PDSA among 100 Best Not-for-Profit Organisations in UK

PDSA has been named as one of the best companies to work for in the country. The UK’s leading veterinary charity, which provides free and low-cost treatment to poorly and injured pets, was included in the Sunday Times Top 100 Best Not-for-Profit Companies to Work for in the UK.

Exciting new opportunity to stock Own Label Raw

Wilsons Pet Food has launched its new service model which will provide stockists, large and small, with the opportunity to stock their very own range of raw frozen dog food in their own brand...

Royal Canin focuses on start of life

Royal Canin is putting its focus on Start of Life Puppy and Kitten foods from March to June, backed with a variety of activities designed to engage with pet owners and drive footfall in to the specialist pet trade, and encourage them to keep coming back...

Bestpets produces new brochure called Destination Frozen

Bestpets has produced a new 32-page brochure called Destination Frozen, which showcases the full range of frozen products available from the company. The brochure is packed with category and product information from top suppliers along with Freezer Deals...

Superpaw model fashion brunch in aid of charity

London Dog Week has brought back its much-loved runway fashion show, although for the first time, dogs will get to impress a panel of judges in a competition at this year’s SuperPaw Model Fashion Brunch...

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Broadreach Nature back at Crufts for third year

Following the success of the last two years Broadreach Nature is back at Crufts for a third year.

Scruffs confirms double space at Crufts

Manchester-based luxury pet bedding and accessory suppliers Scruffs has confirmed it will have two stands at Crufts next month...

Giving dogs the best in show treatment

When Crufts airs on our televisions this year (5th-8th March), some of the best-groomed pooches in the nation will be gracing our screens. Dr Jessica May, in-house vet at video vet app, FirstVet (www.firstvet.co.uk), has all the advice needed to keep petst at peak performance.

Disability employer wins product awards at two of UK’s top trade shows

Norwich-based disability employer, Norfolk Industries for Disabled People, has had a run of success during February, receiving awards for its products at two of the UK’s major trade shows...

Prestigious prize for new Quick Wash product

A revolutionary new way of freshening up dogs without water called Quick Wash has become an instant hit, winning the Best New Grooming Product at PATS Sandown for Wilshire-based company Aqueos...

Another successful trade show for Josera

Josera experienced another great reception at this year’s PATS Sandown. A fantastic start to 2020, Josera had many visitors gathering at the stand, attracted by their carbon neutral manufacturing and high quality DLG certified ingredients...

Weather couldn’t stop CSJ-sponsored English final

Atrocious weather still couldn’t stop competitors in the CSJ-sponsored English Nursery Final from enjoying a thrilling trial...

The best of last weeks Pet Trade Xtra

The top-read stories from last week's Pet Trade Xtra can be seen below, if you missed them...

Successful and lucrative pet store for sale

A ‘successful and lucrative’ pet store has been put up for sale with a guide price of £235,000 as the owners wish to pursue new business interests...

A popular Lancashire pet store is closing down at the end of the month after failing to get its lease renewed...

Pet firm recognised for its fast-growing international sales

Natures Menu has been named in the top 100 companies in The Sunday Times HSBC International Track 200, a league table that ranks Britain’s mid-market private companies with the fastest-growing international sales.

Travel and behaviour categories are top dogs, says Vital

Marketing and analysis experts at Vital Pet Group have revealed that both the behaviour and travel categories are currently in growth, with pet owners looking for a range of solutions in these areas...