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PDSA calls for end to private fireworks
Vets share tips for helping pets cope with fireworks
Protexin partners with Woodgreen Pets Charity this firework season
Water hyacinth ban proves costly, says trade body
Advice for keeping children safe around pets
DOUXO launches clinically proven skin health chews
Elanco takes canine dermatology on the road
The best of last edition of Pet Trade Xtra
New independent pet store opens in Warrington
Edition Dog Live to become Every Dog Live
Former pet shop goes under the hammer
Dog trainer who challenged the daily walk 'rule' releases follow-up
Alternative ingredients could diversify pet food supply and reduce environmental impacts
UK pet industry celebrates excellence at PIF Awards
Revealed: 29 winners of prestigious PIF Awards
Britain’s hero hounds honoured at Burns Bravery Awards hosted by Strictly’s Karen Hauer
Norfolk pet shop team uncovers family stories for fourth annual remembrance display
Jollyes Pets opens its 8th Scottish store in Dunfermline
Changes at the top of UK Pet Food as CEO steps down
Pedigree Wholesale achieves best-ever stock availability
Pet Remedy receives Kings Award at Torquay HQ
Entries to first Raw & Fresh Pet Food Awards now open
Special photoshoot for new DOG collection
Dog educator wins national leadership honour
The PetFellas brings award-winning US brand to UK
Britain's top dogs battle it out for dream job
Meatly moves into Imperial’s Grapht Works ahead of 2027 production facility opening
LitPet celebrates double finalist recognition
Henry Bell Wild Bird Care supplies Pets Corner
Trinkety Paws introduces Christmas range
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UK pet industry celebrates excellence at PIF Awards

The very best of the pet industry came together last night (Thursday) as the winners of the PIF Awards 2026 were revealed at a packed celebration at the DoubleTree by Hilton, Stoke-on-Trent. A sell-out audience of 330 guests gathered for the Pet Industry Federation’s annual black-tie Awards, celebrating the outstanding businesses, individuals, products and achievements helping to drive the pet sector forward...

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Revealed: 29 winners of prestigious PIF Awards

A total of 29 honours were handed out at the PIF Awards 2026. Click on the link below to view the full list of winners...

The Lifetime Achievement Award went to Peter Hornsby of Durham Animal Feeds, recognising his outstanding contribution to the pet industry over many years.

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Britain’s hero hounds honoured at Burns Bravery Awards hosted by Strictly’s Karen Hauer

Strictly Come Dancing star Karen Hauer celebrated Britain’s most extraordinary dogs at the inaugural Burns Bravery Awards, recognising the courage, loyalty and companionship of the nation's canine heroes...

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Norfolk pet shop team uncovers family stories for fourth annual remembrance display

Independent pet retail group Pettitt & Boo is marking its fourth year of remembrance displays by sharing the stories of people lost in the First and Second World Wars in its Norfolk shop windows throughout November...

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Jollyes Pets opens its 8th Scottish store in Dunfermline

Jollyes Pets opened the doors to its new store in Dunfermline yesterday, making it the company's ninth store in Scotland, with further openings planned for 2027, including a new Dundee location early in the year...

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Changes at the top of UK Pet Food as CEO steps down

UK Pet Food marks the end of one era and a transition to the next, as Michael Bellingham steps down as CEO after 22 years. Nicole Paley. previously Deputy CEO, who has been with the trade association since 2003, has taken up the role of CEO...

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Pedigree Wholesale achieves best-ever stock availability

Pedigree Wholesale has achieved its best-ever stock availability, following months of focused collaboration between its teams and supplier partners...

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Pet Remedy receives Kings Award at Torquay HQ

Pet Remedy has celebrated a landmark achievement after being formally presented with its King’s Award for Enterprise for Innovation by the Lord-Lieutenant in Torquay...

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Entries to first Raw & Fresh Pet Food Awards now open
 

The Natural Dog Expo is to host the R’AWARDS, the first awards dedicated exclusively to the raw and fresh pet food industry. The event will take place on Saturday 1st May 2027 at the St John’s Hotel, Solihull and entries are now open...

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Special photoshoot for new DOG collection

Some of the Cotswolds’ most loved dogs gathered at the Painswick Rococo Garden for a special photoshoot to celebrate the forthcoming launch of DOG × Painswick Rococo Garden, a new collection of handmade dog collars, leads and accessories...

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Dog educator wins national leadership honour

A dog educator who champions compassion for animals and the people who care for them has been recognised as one of Britain’s leading lights in kind leadership...

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The PetFellas brings award-winning US brand to UK
 

The PetFellas has announced an exclusive UK partnership with Cleverpup, the New York City dog accessories brand. The Cleverpup range lands in the UK this autumn, giving independent pet retailers a stylish, practical collection built for modern pet parents who take their dogs everywhere.

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Britain's top dogs battle it out for dream job

The search for the UK’s most qualified canine connoisseur has reached its next exciting stage, as Vintage Inns unveiled the shortlist for the ultimate dream job of Chief Doggie Treat Tester....

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Meatly moves into Imperial’s Grapht Works ahead of 2027 production facility opening

Cultivated meat pioneer Meatly has relocated to Grapht Works, Imperial College London’s pilot and advanced manufacturing site in North Acton. The move marks the next stage in scaling cultivated meat and preparing for the opening of Meatly’s first production runs in 2027. The move is supported by the company’s £10.4 million Series A funding round announced in May...

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LitPet celebrates double finalist recognition
 

LitPet, the award‑winning herbal pet supplement and wellness brand blending Traditional Chinese Medicine with modern veterinary science, is celebrating a major milestone after being named a finalist in two categories at the prestigious Quality Pet Food Awards UK 2026...

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Henry Bell Wild Bird Care supplies Pets Corner

Henry Bell Wild Bird Care products will now be stocked by Pets Corner in its extensive 160 retail operations across the UK. The arrangement will see a selection of premium-quality seed blends and hygiene essentials on sale in-store and online, in addition to a trial of the brand’s innovative Sterling 3-in-1 Squirrel Proof Feeder...

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Trinkety Paws introduces Christmas range
 

Tails will be wagging a bit brighter this Christmas with Trinkety Paws' new range of practical festive collars and leads which come in a range of attractive designs...

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