Henrietta Morrison, managing director and founder of Lily's Kitchen, has defended the company's decision to launch a new range called Lily's exclusively in Tesco following criticism from independent pet retailers. "It’s about time we stood up for ourselves and stopped apologising here at Lily’s Kitchen," Henrietta told Pet Trade Xtra.
Pet shop owners have expressed dismay and disappointment at an exclusive deal reached between Lily's Kitchen and Tesco for a new range of pet food. Many retailers who contacted Pet Trade Xtra didn't want to be named but Pets Corner boss Dean Richmond (pictured) said: "This industry needs to wake up and support products which remain loyal to the trade."
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Henrietta Morrison, managing director and founder of Lily's Kitchen, has defended the company's decision to launch a new range called Lily's exclusively in Tesco following criticism from independent pet retailers. "It’s about time we stood up for ourselves and stopped apologising here at Lily’s Kitchen," Henrietta told Pet Trade Xtra.
