Premium dog gear brand Ruffwear is anticipating a boost in demand across Europe for its cooling gear which is designed to keep dogs cool while not missing out on being outdoors.

With more and more people keen to take their dogs with them wherever they go and record summer temperatures, by August last year, Ruffwear had completely sold out of cooling products.

And with temperatures across Europe soaring, they are anticipating a similar uplift this year.

Ruffwear’s advice to keep your dog cool and active may sound counter intuitive but the science behind it makes sense.

“It only takes a small increase in temperatures for dogs to overheat so keeping your dog cool and hydrated when out and about in the sun is so important” said Accapi Group Managing Director, Rob Hughes.

“Our cooling jackets - the Swamp Cooler, our original cooling vest, and Jet Stream Cooling Vest - use the process of evaporative cooling as a fast and effective way of keeping your dog cool.

"Because of the way dogs regulate their body temperature, both jackets provide your dog with welcome shelter from the sun while keeping them cool. To activate all the owner needs to do is soak the jackets in water, wring out, zip up and go.

“Dogs also need water, and lots of it, especially in the hot weather so we encourage all dog owners to take a bowl with them everywhere they go. Accessories like the Ruffwear Quencher Clinch Top or Trail Runner Bowl can make it easy to ensure your dog is getting a good, regular drink.”

Veterinary nurse Ami Sawran, whose dog Remy is a big fan of the Ruffwear Float Coat, has witnessed many incidents of overheating in dogs and encourages owners to be vigilant when it comes to pet sun safety, she said: “We have to be sensible about keeping our dogs safe in the heat, so make sure to plan in advance.

It’s extremely important for dog owners to understand the severity of dogs overheating and recognise the signs in order to prevent this from happening. All dog breeds are vulnerable to the heat, so it’s also vital to be educated in knowing what to do in the instance and what course of action to take.”

A dog ball launcher called The Stomper has won a major garden industry award.

The Smart Choice Dog Ball Launcher from RSW International Ltd, picked up the Best Pet Care, Aquatics and Wild Bird Care honour at the prestigious GIMA Awards held at Celtic Manor, Newport, last Thursday.

The Stomper promotes an active and healthy lifestyle for pets while keeping them entertained. It’s especially good for pet owners with shoulder or arm injuries.

The Smart Choice Ball launcher differs to other ball products on the market in many ways – it's easily (foot) activated, and has a durable design.

The judges said: “A great fun product that will really sell.”

Lee Kennerley (Head of Garden & Leisure) said: “It’s very humbling to see that the hard work of our Buying and Design Teams is paying off. I would like to say a special thank you to our loyal customers, and many new ones recently opened that have been investing more into our collection, recognising that we are the go-to company for great value quality products”.

After their recent investment in the company’s Pet collections RSW International Limited are now looking forward to exhibiting new products next at PATS in Telford (22^nd & 23rd September)

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Finalists: Marriages Specialist Foods (Heavy Duty Feeders), Smart Garden Products (Peacock Glass Birdbath).

Preston-based OSCAR Pet Foods wins a coveted Silver ‘Franchisor of the Year’ accolade at the nationally recognised 2019 bfa HSBC Franchise Awards.

The thrill of winning Silver in its 25th Anniversary year surpasses OSCAR’s excitement at being shortlisted for two categories. This special Silver Award shines a light of sparkling achievement on its hard working and highly respected network of franchisees. Achieving such success would not have been possible without their enthusiasm to pursue fact-based knowledge combined with the dedicated support of their Head Office Team working tirelessly to sustain such high standards.

Successful strategies to enhance business development within an ever-expanding industry remain one of the company’s greatest strengths – ensuring its business moves forwards with inspiring new agendas. Using education as a primary tool for progress by promoting the importance of animal welfare through a uniquely recognised qualification focussing on health, disease, and animal behaviour is paving the way to both franchisee and customer confidence.

The silver key to OSCAR's complete pet care service (alongside its range of high-quality products) unlocks the professionalism that every caring pet owner deserves by ensuring its franchisees deliver the highest standards of pet care in the industry.

Managing Director, Richard Martin explains: “We are constantly evolving and listening to ensure that OSCAR is so much more than pet food, and this accolade demonstrates external recognition of these efforts. The future of OSCAR Pet Foods rests in the hands of our talented network of franchisees and allowing them to thrive is essential to our business.”

Achieving this silver success adds to OSCAR's renowned credibility. Offering a franchise package based on personal choice of financial investment with bespoke business requirements means OSCAR fulfils every individual’s dream of self-employment.

The British Franchise Association (bfa) is the voice of ethical franchising in the UK and has been running its flagship franchising awards for nearly 30 years.

Following on from their very successful 20th anniversary photo competition, Arden Grange are back with a brand-new prize packed customer photo competition.

The super-premium pet food company are encouraging customers to share pictures of their cherished canines or favourite feline making the most of the great outdoors for the chance of them being featured in the official Arden Grange 2020 calendar.

The top prize entry will be featured on the front cover of the calendar, whilst the 12 runners up will also be featured within the calendar. 

This latest competition is running from 8^th July until 30^th August and Arden Grange are encouraging all customers to get involved. 

Point of sale packs are available, which include; posters, shelf barkers and leaflets. To receive a competition point of sale pack simply email marketing@ardengrange.com, phone 01273 833390 or request a pack from your Arden Grange Area Manager.

With some great prizes available, including; £500 and £100 in John Lewis vouchers and a year’s supply of pet food and Arden Grange goody bags, and an advertising campaign to promote the competition it will be a fun competition for customers to get involved in.

For your chance to win some great prizes simply upload photos of your cats and dogs to http://bit.ly/PTXcalendar.

Denzel’s are launching three new revolutionary recipes of their on-the-go snacks for dogs. After receiving international acclaim for their healthy chews, ‘Brunch’, ‘Tropical’ and ‘Pure Paleo’ versions are set to hit the shelves and give your pooch a taste sensation.

In 2018 owners James and Nathan, in tow with their cheeky chocolate cocker spaniel Denzel, developed the UK’s first range of hand-baked chews to be made from 100% natural ingredients and nothing artificial. Their three variants; High Protein, Superfood and Nut Butter dog chews reached global success with international listings spanning over five countries and prestigious listings such as Ocado and Cotswold Fayre. Their premium snacks are available through supermarket chains Spinneys and Waitrose in the UAE and Maxi Zoo in Ireland.

Revolutionising pet snacking with their healthy on the go chews, Denzel’s three wholesome new flavours pack a whole lotta punch. Their brunch recipe features natural ingredients such as Avocado, Honey & Salmon, a meal to make every pet parent jealous! Made using locally sourced honey which works wonders for dogs with sensitive tums.

These delicious chews reflect the boom in popularity of human health snacks such as protein bars, superfoods and natural spreads. Parents are becoming increasingly concerned with high sugar and calorie snacks are now looking to low calorie alternatives for the whole family. Denzel’s offers a low sugar, grain-free snack for dogs which are under 50 cals per chew. Now available in the following flavours...

Pure Paleo - Orange, Almond & Duck

We add linseed, sunflower chips and almonds to make the ultimate paleo chew for your dog. The Paleo diet is based on foods eaten in Palaeolithic times. Consisting of unprocessed, whole foods with no refined sugar, your dog will get a steady release of energy from dawn to dusk.

Tropical - Coconut, Mango & White Fish

We blend mango, coconut and ginger to pack this chew full of vitamins and minerals, providing a perfect snack with a tasty tropical twist. Seaweed is rich in iron, zinc and fatty acids which are is great for your dogs health and wellbeing.

Brunch - Avocado, Honey & Salmon

We use avocado, eggs & salmon to pack this chew with healthy fats which keep your pooch full until dinner. Did you know that honey (especially locally sourced) is a wonder for dogs with sensitive tummies, making it the perfect mid-morning snack.

Denzel’s pack of 3 chews (RRP: £2.50), are available in a number of independent pet and health stores with further exciting launches to be announced.

For further information about becoming a stockist, Nathan (nathan@denzels.co.uk) and James (james@denzels.co.uk) would love to hear from you.

The Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association held an event at the House of Commons to raise awareness of pet obesity and launch the third edition of its Pet Obesity Report: Pet Obesity – Ten Years On (2009-2019).

The event was hosted by Giles Watling MP on behalf of the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Animal Welfare (APGAW).

Canine guests at the event included representatives from Pets As Therapy (PAT), Therapaws (ran by Mayhew), Hounds for Heroes (who provide dogs to help war heroes with their rehabilitation and the Met Police dogs that do the security around Westminster.

Michael Bellingham, PFMA Chief Executive, advised: “We held this important event to raise awareness of pet obesity, which is a life-limiting condition. Research has highlighted that dogs kept in lean body condition can live up to two years longer – surely that is the most persuasive fact of all time.”

To read the latest report which includes research from 300 vets and 8,000 UK pet owning households, please visit:https://www.pfma.org.uk/pfma-white-papers

Pictured: Tan Dhesi, MP for Slough, with Met Dog and handler.

The Pet Industry Federation has moved into new premises in Olney, Buckinghamshire, after nearly 25 years of occupying its existing office in Bedford.

Since PIF’s re-branding and emergence as a distinct trade association in 2014, following its split from the Pet Care Trust, its membership has almost doubled, and its range of educational courses and qualifications has increased to offer training for every type of pet business.

In addition, PIF has enhanced its policy work, occupying a seat on the All Party Parliamentary Group for Animal Welfare (APGAW) and the steering committee for the Canine and Feline Sector Group (CFSG); launched its Petindex trade show for April 2020; and has just implemented a new membership platform making it easier for businesses to join and for existing members to engage with PIF.

Nigel Baker, PIF CEO, said: "The move to new offices in Olney marks the beginning of an exciting next phase for PIF and brings together our team into an improved working environment better suited to the projects that we are looking to launch over the coming months.

"Our new offices are more in keeping with what PIF has become, namely a trade association owned by its members, where all the activities we undertake are for the benefit of our members."

PIF’s new address is:

Pet Industry Federation
1 Cobbs Court
High Street
Olney
Buckinghamshire
MK46 5QN

For more information about the Pet Industry Federation go to www.petfederation.co.uk

Trespaws, the pet accessory arm of leading Glasgow-based international sportswear brand Trespass, will be launching a range of new products at PATS Telford in September.

Amongst the many items on their stand will be the new Einstein Reward Ball Dog Toy. As the name suggests, this ingenious toy helps to develop a dog’s mental stimulation and IQ dispensing treats as it is played with. Fill the toy with a dog’s favourite snacks and watch it spend dog years (or minutes depending on how peckish it is) prising prizes from the non-toxic reward ball.

The toy is suitable for Large and Medium breeds of dog, is extremely durable, has an auto activated quack squeaker, treats dispenser and is made from non toxic plastic.

Trespaws also produce a range of dog clothing accessories, car accessories, harnesses, leads, equipment, dog grooming products and toys all to reflect the enjoyment of the great outdoors.

Marihah Khushi the manager of the Trespaws brand who is from a veterinary background says: “Trespaws is a dog lifestyle brand born out of our love for pups and a stubborn need to elevate their adventures and excite their everyday. Our carefully designed products protect and comfort our four-legged friends, while we aim to build a community that'll enrich the lives of dogs and their owners.

"At Trespaws we are passionate about the outdoors and believe that our beloved pooches should be part of every adventure their human goes on. Our carefully designed range of technical performance dog coats and accessories enable just that, ensuring no matter where your next adventure takes you, your dog can go too.”

The Einstein Reward Ball Dog Toy is one of the products entered into the New Products Showcase at PATS Telford.

Interested in becoming a stockist? Then visit: www.trespass.com/trespaws or email trespaws@trespass.co.uk.

Leading Yorkshire-based pet accessory company, Collared Creatures has introduced the Deluxe Cocoon Dog Bed to its range of pet accessories. The new bed is an exclusive design that you will not find anywhere else on the market.

Known for its thick tubular bolster pillow that creates a ring of supported comfort, the dog bed is also made from the highest quality handpicked fabrics. The outer shell made up of luxury Oxford fabric that creates a soft and practical hood.

Oxford fabric is a very closely-knit fibre which creates a hair repellent like surface, making it suitable for wiping with a damp cloth The internal of the cocoon dog bed is lined with a luxury faux fur fabric, that is soft to touch, but made to last.

Another addition to the Deluxe Cocoon Dog Bed is its removable 10 cm solid foam pillow, which essentially can act as a separate bed and can be easily removed. The Deluxe Cocoon comes with a removable tube, which is intended to be used as an aid for familiarising a pet owner’s dog with entering.

For further information visit: www.collaredcreatures.com  If you are interested in becoming a stockist email: info@collaredcreatures.com

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Nisa, the award-winning group that helps retailers flourish by distributing quality and competitive food at scale, has launched a pet promotion.

The promotion, which started yesterday (Wednesday) and will run until August 6, is supported with themed marketing materials and POS including shelf talkers, hanging signs, posters and gondola ends to help retailers create in-store theatre and draw attention to the category.

For £1, shoppers will be able to buy a variety of bagged treats including Felix Crisipes Beef & Chicken 45g, Dreamies Cheese 60g, Go Cat Crunchy & Tender Beef 325g and Dentalife Cat Dental Salmon Treats 60g.

A range of dry food, including the Bakers Small Dog Food Beef & Vegetables 1.1kg and Go Cat Turkey & Vegetable 825g, will be available at £2 a box and a variety of 12pk Felix food pouches on 2 for £6.

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Brambles Pet and Wildlife are continuing to run Facebook giveaways where members of the public nominate their favourite wildlife rescue centre to be in with a chance of the rescue winning food and other essential supplies.

David Tracey commented: “Our last Giveaway at the end of June was for Brambles Meaty Hedgehog Food and generated over 1,200 comments and reached 48,000 people which shows how passionate members of the public are about wildlife and their local rescue centre.

"We are delighted to announce the winners as Chorley Hedgehog Rescue (Lancashire) and Holderness Hedgehog Hospital (Hull) who were both delighted with the outcome.

"We will be continuing with these Giveaways as it’s a great way to help these amazing people who are often self-funded and rely on donations.”

Brambles Wildlife foods are available from pet wholesalers and we’re proud to be suppliers to the RSPB and Woodland Trust.

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Monika Kleyenstuber, clinical director at St George’s Vets in Halesowen, has shaved her head and helped raise over £1,100 for Macmillan Cancer Support.

During St George’s open day there was a raffle with prizes donated by local businesses, a fun dog show and goodie bags but, the event of the day was brave Monika taking the clippers to her hair with staff and clients cheering her on.

They had set a fundraising target of £500 but have more than doubled that with more donations still coming in. Monika said,

“Cancer darkens so many people’s lives. Several people in our team have had to face it. This is our way of giving something back, thanking Macmillan Cancer Support, helping them continue their essential work.”

Pet experts Paws provide the definitive guide on where to travel with your dog this summer, along with tips on how to keep them safe.

With summer in full swing, many Brits will be looking at how they can get away and enjoy the sunshine. With 12 million Brits estimated to be owning pets, many of these will be wondering how they can take their furry friends on holiday with them. 

Travelling with man's best friend is on the rise. In 2017, it was found that 287,000 dogs travelled abroad with their owners, a figure which has doubled since 2012. However, travelling with pets is no simple task. Another study found that 76% of dogs returning to the UK were carrying ticks.

Pet specialists, Paws, provide insight into the best places for your pooch to holiday with you:

1. Dalmatia - Where best to start than the place that gave its name to the dalmatian. The Croatian region has plenty of dog-friendly accommodation and there are a variety of walks and beaches to let your pooch loose on.
2. Paris - Why not take your dog to the famous city of love? There are plenty of parks to take your dogs for walks on and the capital has more than 1000 dog friendly hotels, establishments and apartments.
3. Cornwall - You don't have to go abroad to go on holiday. Why not get in the car and take your dog to England's idyllic coast. Cornwall is packed with beautiful scenery and is full of beaches and forests for your dog to explore.
4. Wallonia - In Belgium's Wallonia, you can find over 1300 pet friendly hotels and some beautiful medieval sites for you and your furry friend to explore.
5. The Lake District - The beautiful national park is a great place to go exploring with your dog. Hike around the hills, take in the beautiful sites and enjoy the views whilst throwing sticks for your dog to catch.

Dog expert and Vet at pet specialists Paws, Steph Wenban, provides the following six tips for when travelling with your dog. 

1. Keep your dog cool - Dogs cool themselves by panting and evaporation. In high humidity this is less effective making your dog susceptible to heat stroke. In these conditions, shade is not enough so try and seek out somewhere with ample air conditioning. 
2. Read up on local parasites before you travel - For example, The Lake District will have high numbers of of ticks between March and November which can cause Lyme disease. European countries such as Spain and Portugal have sandflies, which can spread Leishmania, a blood borne parasite. Check with your vet if you need to alter your regular worm or flea prevention methods.
3. Keep as much routine as possible - New places and long journeys can be unsettling for dogs. Try to keep some routine like usual walk times and pack some home comforts such as your dog's bedding.
4. Print out your pet's most recent medical history - This is especially needed if your pet has any ongoing medications or illnesses. This information should never be needed, but it is useful to have to hand in an emergency.
5. Take lots of breaks on long journeys - Give your dog plenty of opportunities to go to the toilet and stretch their legs. If stopping at a service station, make sure that your dog is on a short lead as there is usually a lot of fast moving traffic.
6. Pack suncream - If your pet has any white fur and pink skin, for example on their nose or the tip of their ears then use suncream to prevent burning. Normal suncream will work as long as it doesn't contain zinc oxide (which can be poisonous to dogs if eaten), but you can also buy dog specific suncream.

Poppy’s Picnic launches its new TASTY Pheasant Bites, the latest addition to its air-dried TASTY Treats range. The 100% pure protein bites are perfect for all dogs, including those with grain intolerances and sensitive stomachs, and are a good source of B vitamins, iron and other essential minerals and amino acids.

Poppy’s Picnic Pheasant Bites are naturally low-fat and made in the UK. The new dog treats are tasty little morsels of air-dried pheasant breast fillet, and weigh in at 60g per pack. They are gluten free and hypoallergenic, making them suitable for dogs with food intolerances.

Dylan Watkins, founder of Poppy’s Picnic, discusses the new bites: “Many dog owners face the issue of feeding their dog a selective diet due to food intolerances. These can often be triggered by the fillers and grains that are unnecessarily added to many processed pet foods and treats. Our new bites are 100% pure air-dried pheasant breast with no hidden nasties. They provide a high protein treat and a natural source of collagen, whilst being low in calories.”

Treats should always be accounted for as part of a dog’s daily food allowance and should only amount to approximately 15% of their diet. The size of the bites can be adjusted based on the size of the dog. If the dog is smaller in size, the treats can be modified by being cut into smaller pieces so they are easier to consume.

The TASTY Pheasant Bites join the wider TASTY range of air-dried treats which also includes: Dried Ox Heart Bites, Dried Venison Bites, Dried Liver Bites, Dragon Skin Bites and more. Each of these treats are made from 100% dried meat, and contain no added preservatives or fillers of any kind.

Poppy’s Picnic aims to make feeding a raw food diet easier. Its ranges of fresh, raw Mince and exclusive Meatballs are easy-to-feed to dogs of all breeds and sizes, whether you want to make a complete switch to raw feeding or add an occasional boost of freshness to wet or dry food. The all-natural meals contain ingredients such as fresh raw meat, garden-fresh vegetables and ground bone. No weird ingredients you don’t recognise, no chemical flavourings, no grains,fillers, or artificial additives – just natural dog food, freshly prepared for your convenience.

Poppy’s Picnic TASTY treats fit perfectly into the diet and are prepared in the most natural way possible. The all-new Poppy’s Picnic Pheasant Bites are simply 100% dried breast fillet slices and nothing else.

Homeland By Products Ltd is recalling three batches of frozen raw pet food because salmonella has been found in the products.

The affected products were: Frozen Raw Beef, Frozen Raw Turkey and Frozen Raw Tripe.

The Food Standards Agency announced the recall on its website. In its risk statement the FSA said:

“Salmonella is a bacterium that can cause illness in humans and animals. The product could therefore carry a potential risk, because of the presence of salmonella, either through direct handling of the pet food, or indirectly, for example from pet feeding bowls, utensils or contact with the faeces of animals.

“In humans, symptoms caused by salmonella usually include fever, diarrhoea and abdominal cramps. Infected animals may not necessarily display signs of illness, but symptoms can include diarrhoea.”

And in its advice to customers, the agency added: “If you have bought any of the above products do not use them. Instead, return them to the store from where they were bought for a full refund.

“When handling and serving raw pet food it is always advised to clean utensils and feeding bowls thoroughly after use. Consumers should wash hands thoroughly after handling raw pet food, bowls, utensils or after contact with the faeces of infected animals.

“Raw pet food should be stored separately from any food (especially ready to eat foods). Care should be taken when defrosting to avoid cross contamination of foods and surfaces.”

The full Food Alert can be viewed here

https://www.food.gov.uk/news-alerts/alert/fsa-prin-29-2019

Actress Gemma Atkinson was just one of the celebrities who visited the Billy + Margot stand during the Dogfest shows at Knebworth, Tatton Park and Ashton Court, Bristol.

Billy + Margot were sponsors of the ‘Fun Dog Show’ at all three shows, and shared a show stand with Benyfit Natural for each event (as they now both sit under the ‘RPFC Group’).

Both Greg Van Praagh and Marie Jones were judges for the Fun Dog Show.

Greg Van Praagh, Lead UK Operations & Frozen R&D, Benyfit Natural, said: “Dogfest was a really successful show for both RPFC Group brands - Benyfit Natural, and Billy + Margot. We had a great presence across all three weekends of the whow, even taking part in the Fun Dog Show judging!

“We really valued meeting customers, receiving their feedback and talking to them about their dogs. It also gave us the opportunity to talk to new customers, and tell them about the range of products from both Benyfit Natural and Billy + Margot - from raw through to dry, wet and treats – and pointing them to their local retailers. It’s been a great way to connect with people.”

Forthglade, the award-winning natural pet food brand, has increased sales by 21% for the year ended 30 September 2018 in accounts soon to be filed at Companies House.

Established in 1971 and based in Okehampton, Devon, the company’s turnover rose to £16.8m (2017 13.9m), driven by further growth of the Forthglade brand, with increases in all sales channels and product ranges. Its three new ranges (gourmet wet meals, cold pressed natural dry food and grain-free treats) performed particularly well, contributing more than a quarter of sales growth. Last year, the company supplied more than 40 million tasty natural meals.

Forthglade’s Joint MDs Chris Brooking and Gerard Lovell, both with a background in food production, took over the once struggling business in 2011.

Together with specialist consumer brands investor Piper (which invested £6m into Forthglade in 2015), Santander Growth Capital (who funded £5m towards the new factory) and chairman Peter Farquhar, they have transformed the brand, increasing production fourfold and creating an additional 71 local jobs.

Today Forthglade’s 100% natural dog food can be found in all the main supermarkets, as well as UK pet shops and online. Forthglade is currently sold in 11 countries worldwide, with successful recent launches in Italy, Spain and Finland.

In September 2018, the brand relocated to a purpose-built 70,000 sq ft factory next to Dartmoor National Park. The new factory significantly increases production capacity and sales for the first six months of operations are already up by 24% on the same period last year. The brand is also set to increase its 130-strong local production team to 150 staff over the coming years.

Said Gerard Lovell, Joint MD of Forthglade: ‘We’re delighted by another strong year of growth and particularly excited for the future now that we’ve begun settling into our new Okehampton home. We’ve already had a fantastic start and look forward to continued and sustained growth as we bring Forthglade’s premium natural meals and treats to dogs and families in the UK and beyond.’

Pedigree Wholesale has become the exclusive distributor for TropiClean, a well-established pet grooming and hygiene brand into the specialist pet trade.

The relationship will include exclusive distribution for all TropiClean products including their current range of Flea and Tick Shampoo’s that repel unwanted pests for up to 7 days and their Dental Health products of gels, sticks, sprays and drops.

Steve Brown, Managing Director at Pedigree Wholesale, said: “I’ve grown up in the pet trade and the team at TropiClean are some of the most passionate people you’ll meet in the trade, they’re committed to meeting the needs of specialist retailers, consumers and their pets. It’s a brand that I strongly believe should be on the shelf of every pet shop in the country."

Gerard O’Mahony, Commercial Director at Pedigree Wholesale, said: “the TropiClean brand is the perfect addition to the Pedigree Wholesale portfolio which now includes exclusive brands for the specialist pet trade in a large range of product areas from Chuckit! a dog toys and play brand to Hurtta a range of quality dog harnesses."

TropiClean had the opportunity to meet and discuss their innovative grooming range with over 200 retailers on June 12^th at Pedigree Wholesale’s annual Trade Show held at Hangar 42 in Leicestershire.

Paul Mercer from Tropiclean said: “it was great to see existing customers who are committed to the brand and the sales it brings to their business as well as so many new faces who were impressed by our range and are considering becoming new stockists now we are exclusively available at Pedigree.”

Gerard continued: “We know that the TropiClean range fills many gaps in this market and that there is growing consumer demand for these natural and healthy products that really do enrich the lives of pets and looking to the future, there are great possibilities for innovation within this brand."

To celebrate the new partnership the team have announced a range of exclusive introductory deals as a further incentive for specialist pet retailers to recognise the benefits of this already successful brand.

The range is available from Pedigree now.