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The Pet Industry Federation has launched a nationwide spring-themed pet window display competition – Paws in Spring – celebrating the creativity and dedication of UK pet retailers...

AI fund makes six-figure investment into pet health startup

Manchester-based EHE Ventures has made a ‘significant’ six-figure investment via its AI Growth Fund into London AI-powered startup Scooch...

Scooch, which describes itself as an all-in-one subscription service designed to take the hassle out of pet healthcare, was founded by Baris Ozaydinli (pictured).

Brambles Pet and Wildlife under new ownership

Brambles Pet and Wildlife owners David and Gail Tracey, pictured receiving a Highly Commended in the Supplier of the Year category at the 2023 PetQuip Awards, have sold their shares to pet food manufacturer Fold Hill Foods...

First pictures from Jollyes two new store openings

Award-winning pet retailer Jollyes has opened its two newest superstores in Chichester and Pontefract. The stores at Portfield Trade Centre, Chichester, and South Baileygate Retail Park, Pontefract, were officially opened by special guests...

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PAWD DRINKS enters major retail deal with Pets Corner

PAWD DRINKS has reached agreement with Pets Corner that will see its full range of functional liquid supplement drinks on the shelves of the retail group’s 160 stores across the UK...

PATS 2025 – the Pet & Aquatics Trade Show – will stage its biggest ever show as it moves to its new home of Hall 1 of the NEC Birmingham. The three-day event will take place from Sunday, 28th September to Tuesday, 30th September 2025, with pet & aquatics retailers and garden centres being invited to register for free entry...

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Mars appoints two regional presidents for pet division

Mars Incorporated has appointed two regional presidents for its Pet Nutrition division. Deri Watkins becomes Regional President, Pet Nutrition Developed Asia Pacific (APAC), and Paolo Rigamonti takes on the role of Regional President, Pet Nutrition Europe...

Pet firm recalls cat products over bird flu fears

A Californian pet company has recalled a number of cat products over fears they could contain bird flu..

Christina Almtun appointed as European head at Agria

Agria Pet Insurance has welcomed Christina Almtun as the new head of the European business area, tasked with leading and developing the business in line with the company's goal of becoming the leading pet insurance company in Europe...

Four Nations Nursery Final 2025 proves challenging

Ceri Rundle, founder and owner of CSJ, who again sponsored the annual event said: “The sheep were difficult but everyone enjoyed the challenge on a super course at Griffe Walk Farm..."

Pet crematorium given the go-ahead

Despite more than 30 objections, a new pet crematorium has been given the go-ahead to open in South Devon...

The best of last edition of Pet Trade Xtra

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

4th acquisition of 2025 for The Nutriment Company

The Nutriment Company (TNC), Europe’s leader in premium natural pet food, has announced its fourth acquisition of the year – BAF Petfood, the ‘first raw factory’ in Europe...

Inside Pets at Home’s new superstore in Manchester

Pets at Home has opened its new Pet Care Centre at Manchester Fort shopping centre. Spanning an impressive 10,500 sq ft, the new superstore is designed to meet every need of pet owners and their animals...

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PATS attracts growing number of new exhibitors

PATS 2025 is attracting an increasing number of new companies eager to showcase their product ranges to a bigger and wider audience of UK and international buyers...