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Pets at Home reveals new ‘store of the future’ format as part of a million-pound makeover

Pets at Home has unveiled its new ‘store of the future’ concept in the retail chain’s Stockport and Chesterfield centres with the aim of offering customers a “fully immersive experience”...

Making a real difference to dogs’ quality of life
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Innovative pet food company Different Dog is committed to changing dogs’ lives through real food, with every recipe designed by the company's own vet and nutritionist and then carefully hand-prepared using fresh, natural, locally sourced ingredients....

Pet products are winners on new BBC1 TV programme

Innovative UK pet products from Pet Rebellion and Henry Wag have been judged winners on a new day-time BBC1 TV series called ‘The Customer Is Always Right’...

Natures Menu ranked one of UK's fastest growing international firms

Natures Menu has received an award from the Sunday Times HSBC International Track 200 after being placed at 95 out of 200 of the league table...

Pet firm invests in renewable energy at Norfolk factory

Natures Menu has made a significant investment at its factory in Snetterton, Norfolk, resulting in over 20% of the building’s power will now come from renewable solar PV panels...

Busy Zoomark for large number of UK exhibitors

A large number of UK pet product suppliers and manufacturers have been experiencing a busy Zoomark in Bologna, Italy, this week, while exhibiting as part of the British group organised by the PetQuip...

Barking Bakery goes international with popular dog cakes

With sales of its highly popular cakes for dogs more than doubling in the past year, The Barking Bakery is now aiming to go international. Managing director Michelle Turnbull is meeting prospective distributors whilst visiting Zoomark in Bologna, Italy, this week...

Pet Brands launches new Cath Kidston range to trade

Pet Brands has announced it is the latest licensee to partner with the British brand Cath Kidston. The new collection of pet products combines pet specialist knowledge and two distinctive prints to create a range of beds, blankets, collars and leads and ceramics that puts the fun into functional...

Frozzys announces new flavour launch for Spring/Summer

Frozzys has announced the launch of a fresh new flavour in its frozen yoghurt portfolio. Rich in nutrients and antioxidants, the new flavour – peach – is available from this month to coincide with the upcoming warmer months...

Fish4Dogs leads the way on dog-friendly workplaces

Fish4Dogs - which has one canine colleague to every four of its human workers - is supporting other workplaces in how to become dog-friendly with a free downloadable booklet to guide them through the process...

June 21st: Save the date for Britain's favourite dog day out

Bring Your Dog To Work Day returns on Friday 21st June so it’s time to start planning for this fun event, which raises much-needed funds for animal welfare charities...

Beaphar to increase pet-owner knowledge and footfall with new ‘worming made easy’ campaign

Beaphar UK is again highlighting the importance of worm awareness, with this year’s consumer campaign focussing on how easy it is for cat and dog owners to get effective worming treatments from the pet shop...

Award-winning pet care brand launches Fragrance Range

Multi award-winning pet care brand Animology is entering the dog fragrance spray market with the introduction of three new ‘alcohol-free’ body mists for dogs...

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Tesco offers discounted 'Clubcard Prices’ on pet food

Tesco is offering its 19 million Clubcard holders discounts of between 15% and 50% on selected products, including pet food, as part of its centenary celebrations...

Dog food company targets sustainability

Award-winning dog food, treats and herbs company CSJ says it is working hard towards sustainability...

Scruffs strikes gold in LUX Awards 2019

Manchester-based pet bedding and accessory specialists Scruffs has won two awards this month – for Best Luxury Pet Bedding Providers (North West) and Best Luxury Pet Bedding Systems (U)' at LUX Magazine’s annual 'Pet Products & Services Awards'...

World’s best-selling performance canister filter redefined and redesigned

The all-new 07 series marks the seventh incarnation in nearly four decades of Fluval’s top selling canister filter family worldwide.

Ruffwear launches 'passpawt' to support local businesses in Lake District

Premium dog gear brand Ruffwear has launched an exciting initiative - the Ruffwear Passpawt - to help support local businesses, in one of the most dog friendly places of all – Keswick, Lake District...

Ultimate product in aquarium plant care

Fluval is launching the ultimate product in aquarium plant care, Plant Gro Plus. This all-in-one micro-nutrient formula is optimised for strong roots and lush plant growth with added iron for rich colour and health...

Companion Consultancy launches new training division for retail sector

Following the recent appointment of Emma Sharp, Companion Consultancy, PR and marketing agency, has announced the launch of a new training and development service...

FourFriends Pet Food sets up holiday promotion with Toad Hall Cottages

The UK distributor of Swedish premium pet food brand, FourFriends Pet Foods, has struck a promotional deal with Toad Hall Cottages based in Devon. This deal will help to introduce the brand to the ever-increasing dog friendly hotel/holiday cottage market...

Make treat time fun with help of Catit Play’s Treat Puzzle

The Catit Play Treat Puzzle is a slow feeder with 6 fun activities to encourage your cat to work for their food! Place treats or kibble in the different puzzle parts and let the fun begin...

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...

Specially-installed ‘mega’ freezer boosts business at award-winning pet store

An award-winning pet store has installed a specially-designed ‘mega’ freezer called the ‘Beast’ to cope with the growing demand for raw food. And Devon-based Redpaw Products is already reaping the benefits with increased sales...

Owner claims dog ‘almost died’ after visit to Pets at Home store

A dog owner from Cornwall is still in shock after her beloved Cavalier King Charles Spaniel “almost died” after a visit to her local Pets at Home store...

How have pet products fared on the show so far? Find out on BBC iplayer

There has been at least one winning pet product on the new BBC1 day-time hit show 'The Customer Is Always Right'. Find out by tuning into BBC iplayer...

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Say no to prize goldfish at fairs, says OATA

The Ornamental Aquatic Trade Association is urging people to refuse to accept prize live fish at fairs and is calling on local authorities to support its position that fish should not be given away in this way at places like fairgrounds...