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Scorching sales for cooling vests as Europe hots up

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...

Dog ball launcher wins major industry award

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

‘Franchisor of the Year’ accolade for pet food firm

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

Arden Grange encourage customers to participate in 2020 photo calendar competition

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

Denzel's launch three new on-the-go dog snacks

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...

PFMA raise pet obesity awareness in House of Commons

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)...

Pet Industry Federation on the move after 25 years

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

Trespaws set to launch new toy at PATS Telford

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...

Collared Creatures launch new Deluxe Cocoon Dog Bed

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...

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Nisa launches pet promotion for its retailers

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

Brambles PAW helping wildlife rescue centres

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...

Vet braves the shave for Macmillan

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...

Scruffs completes new-look Summer collection

Pet bed manufacturers Scruffs have revealed another new range of luxury pet bedding, designed with a Mediterranean theme and vibrant colourways...

Pet experts issue guidelines on hoildaying with a hound

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...

Poppy’s Picnic adds new Pheasant BITES to TASTY Treats Range

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...

The best of the previous Pet Trade Xtra

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

Raw pet food recalled after salmonella found in products

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

Actress Gemma Atkinson visits pet brands at Dogfest

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...

Forthglade increases sales by 21% with new factory set to drive further growth and local employment

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...

Pedigree Wholesale secures exclusive distribution of pet grooming and hygiene brand TropiClean

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