In This Issue
Shock over Channel 4 coverage of 'puppy cloning' competition! It trivialises the issue, says KC
Dogs Trust against cloning
Mars buys P&G's pet food brands in $2.9bn deal
Tetra’s AquaArt Explorer Line highlights stylish design
Councils fail to follow industry advice on pet shop licensing
Break the mould with Hill's Ideal Balance
Photographer uses Photoshop to help abandoned dogs find homes
British pet firms clinch impressive export orders in America
How a PetQuip Award can give a business an added boost
Global pet food brand set to take UK market by storm
100% mark-up on own pet food brand with no minimum order
New Chair for British Dog Groomers' Association
Whisker-friendly feeding bowl returns to pet stores
Lily’s Kitchen launches new game recipe ‘Wild Woodland Walk’
The best in-car comfort and safety for dogs
Record number of petcare product suppliers exhibiting in British group at Interzoo
Sneak preview of what will be showcased at Interzoo
New Jungle Green LED Lights from WhitePython
TopLife Formula sponsors Flyball puppy in training
Get your paws on discounted Crufts 2015 tickets
Call for a ban on electric shock collars reaches the House of Lords
Barley straw situation ‘still bonkers’ says industry body
Follow the Sleddog Championship action free online at CSJ
Trainee solicitor who left a dog to die is jailed
BVA supports campaign to keep dogs on lead near livestock
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Pet Trade Xtra – Circulation Report 2013
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Top 25 stories of 2013
Click on the headlines below to read the most read stories from Pet Trade Xtra 2013

1. Profitable Lincolnshire pet store is closing down
2. Finalists of new industry awards revealed
3. Telford pet shop closes down on the spot
4. Bespoke pet furniture firm seeks retail outlets
5. The Giant Pet Store in Norfolk goes into administration
6. RRPs should be protected, says pet shop
7. Poundstretcher expands its pet business
8. Leading vet responds to claims by dog behaviourist
9. Taking on the giants of the pet food industry
10. Small Irish firm is a big player in the dog treat market
11. Award-winning Just for Pets aims to open more stores
12. Pressure from retail giants and the internet force pet shop to close down
13. Hundreds of UK pet shops selling inadequate hutches
14. Secrets of success of an award-winning pet store
15. Sales grow for ‘natural pet store’ that refuses to stock food from major suppliers
16. Vets should share some of the blame for falling pet welfare standards
17. Dog Rocks stop supplying Amazon Retail
18. Seahorse Atlantic and Soopa share winning formula
19. Pet GPS device sets its sights on Europe
20. Pure Pet Food is an instant hit
21. Pet retailers react to Crown's distribution move
22. Divided opinion among some retailers
23. Lancashire pet shop to close down at the end of the month
24. Dragon's Den star backs Southampton pet firm
25. Mars Petcare looks to close Peterborough factory

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Sneak preview of what will be showcased at Interzoo

Forthglade, The Hatchwell Company, Igloo Pets, James and Steel, Natures Menu, Oskar & Hooch, Spike's World, and ALF Ltd are just a few of the companies exhibiting as part of the British contingent at Interzoo. Here's a sneak preview of what they'll be showcasing.



Forthglade (9-619
) is one of Europe’s leading natural wet pet food manufacturers that has experienced brand sales increasing 40% over the past year. A recently launched product is the Natural Lifestage Multicase, featuring three nutritionally balanced product variants, including chicken, duck and lamb. All three variants contain either brown rice or potato and vegetables, fortified with added vitamins and minerals, including seaweed, glucosamine and chondroitin. The Multicase is an excellent option for those consumers who like to feed a range of flavours but would prefer to buy this convenience in just one case.

The Hatchwell Company Limited (9-614) has been producing products for the pet trade for over 80 years. These include innovative, seasonal and everyday pet treats such as advent calendars, Easter eggs, Christmas puddings and functional health treats. The company’s toothpaste for pets is now part of its leading Dentifresh dental range. Hatchwell also produces healthcare products, nutritional products, flea treatments, and grooming products. Its range covers products for dogs, cats, small animals, birds and equines. 

Igloo Pets Ltd (9-618) is a manufacturer and designer of a 2-in-1 cat loo and carrier. The carriers are designed to enable the cats to easily circle and stand up in the loo, and can be converted easily to a carrier by removing the privacy plate and locking down the door.  The carriers are also suitable for most small animals.  The company also produces matching colour scoops, liners, filters and a ‘Snow litter’ that is ideal for use with Igloo’s carrier. Additional product launches at Interzoo include two sprays; the ‘Ice Fresh’ deodorizer and the ‘Crystal Clean’ cleaner. Both are ideal for all litter trays and hutches. 



James and Steel (7-364) will be displaying its ‘Enchanted Home’ pet furniture that is constructed by hand and is available in a range of stylish designs. Also displayed will be the ‘Tuffs’ range of super tough plush toys comprising cheeky fabric characters, some containing body squeakers. Other products include ‘Medi Pet’  cat and dog grooming products, flea treatments, supplements and household cleaning items and GreenCat’ eco-friendly clumping cat litter made from corn husks. GreenCat is dust free, odour eliminating and can be flushed away for easy cleaning. 

Natures Menu Ltd (9-453) will be showing its raw and natural pet foods, including a new Country Hunter range that has been created from traditional English country meats including venison, rabbit, duck and salmon. The ready-made raw meals and meaty 600gram size wholesome cans offer consumers something that is new and nourishing for their pets. There is also a new gently baked Oaty mixer that has been popular in UK pet stores during the past year. Oats have significant nutritional properties for dogs including calming.  B vitamins and magnesium, and they are also easy for dogs to digest and can be used to support a raw diet.

Oscar & Hooch (9-615) will exhibiting a new range of stylish and practical dog accessories. The Suedette fabric collars and leads are extremely hardwearing and are antibacterial and anti-dust mite protected. The range comprises twelve trend setting colours and uses the finest materials sourced and manufactured in the UK. All of the products are machine washable, stain repellent and scratch resistant. 

Spike’s World Ltd (9-614) is extending its poultry product range with the addition of a new ‘Feathers & Beaky’ top-fill drinker. The product will make life much easier for the increasing number of people keeping a few chickens in their back gardens. The high quality materials used plus the robust design complement the company’s award-winning feeder, vegetable holder and chicken gyms. The company will also be showing its full range of wildlife foods including ‘Spike’s Dinner’ for hedgehogs and ‘Wildthings’ for swans, ducks, badgers and foxes. 

Hugo Kamishi (9-610) is a new range of products from ALF Ltd, a major distributor to the trade of aquarium and pond products. The Hugo Kamishi range includes a wide selection of imitation plants made from a selection of materials, coloured and natural gravels, decorative stones and ornaments and .is exclusively for bricks and mortar shops. There are over 400 items with new products being added on a continuous basis. ALF is able to distribute over 100 brands to European markets.







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