Newsletter - Pet Trade Xtra

The organisers of PATS have today announced that the exhibition will move to the NEC Birmingham in 2025. PATS 2025 – the Pet & Aquatics Trade Show – will take place in Hall 1 of the NEC from Sunday, 28th September to Tuesday, 30th September.

Watch the video of this year's PATS

You can find out what people are saying about this year's PATS by watching this video produced on the second day of the show...

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Biggest-ever PATS ends on a high as pet industry looks forward to NEC move

The biggest-ever PATS closed on a high with exhibitors and visitors delighted by the huge volume of business being done across all three days of the show. The new three-day format proved a huge hit, with the final day continuing in the same busy vein as pet retailers and industry professionals arrived at Telford International Centre to see the array of innovations coming to market.

Pets Choice surpasses £100m turnover during record year
Growth driven by brand acquisitions and investment in innovation

Pets Choice has announced a record financial year, surpassing the £100 million turnover milestone for 2023. The North-West based company, which is behind brands including Webbox, Bob Martin, Felight and TastyBone, reported a revenue increase from £95 million to £109.7 million for the year ending 31st December 2023.

Record-breaking awards celebrate industry excellence

The PetQuip Awards dinner saw awards presented across 15 categories at a buzzing evening with 300 guests representing suppliers, retailers, wholesalers, distributors and industry trade exhibition organisers...

Frozzys was a big winner, picking up two golds.

Dobbies to close 17 stores as part of restructuring plan

Dobbies Garden Centres has initiated a restructuring plan to address historically uneconomical rent costs and ensure a return to sustainable profitability. The plan includes the closure of 11 unprofitable sites plus six unprofitable little dobbies sites, and impacts 465 colleagues, of which 82 are full-time...

Could these new products be the bestsellers of tomorrow?

The PATS New Product Award winners have been celebrating their success and Pet Trade Xtra got their reaction to their success...

Aquatics Zone New Product Awards announced

The winners of the first-ever Aquatics Zone New Product Awards at PATS were revealed on the first day of the show...

Company of Animals launches new training treats

Company of Animals has launched a new range of Coachi Natural Training Treatsacross the UK and Europe. Designed to provide a premium, healthy, and functional reward for puppies and dogs, these treats are formulated with high-quality natural ingredients, ensuring a nutritious and delicious training experience...

Detection dogs and military horse win animal 'OBE'

Two specialist detection dogs, who spent over a decade searching for illegal cigarettes and tobacco and a military horse from The King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery, who led Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral procession, have all been awarded a PDSA Order of Merit Medal, known as known as the animals’ OBE.

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PIF launches new membership tier for small businesses

The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) launched a new membership tier for small businesses at PATS...

Bira calls for urgent support as major retailers announce store closures

The British Independent Retailers Association has expressed deep concern over the recent announcements of significant store closures by major retailers Boots and Dobbies, highlighting the urgent need for government support for high streets and independent retailers..

CSJ elated for Kat…again!

CSJ’s Ceri Rundle says: “We’re always delighted to hear about the successes of dogs fuelled by our products, and Kat Copley-Holland’s Malamutes are winning again and again and again!"

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...

Wilsons invest £300k in rebrand and new product launches

Wilsons Pet Food has rolled out a full rebrand across its range of natural meals and treats for dogs. The Scottish manufacturer will fully unveil the brand new look at PATS, where it will also announce over 30 new products launching over the coming months...

Nutriment launches new Gently Steamed range

Nutriment, a leader in the development of high-quality raw recipes and feeding solutions, has announced the launch of its latest portfolio – Gently Steamed – which looks to cater to a wider group of nutrition-conscious pet owners...

New fresh pet food firm enjoys rapid growth

New fresh pet food company, BOOST Pet, has enjoyed fast expansion since launching to market earlier this year. Since the company started selling online in May 2023, the brand has grown from claiming no freezer space in stores to having over 200 freezers in major retailers...

Nestlé Purina unveils £150m upgrade at Wisbech site

Nestlé is investing more than £150 million to upgrade its Nestlé Purina PetCare factory in Wisbech...

Jollyes new pet store now open in York – picture special

Award-winning pet retailer Jollyes opened its first York store on Friday and was greeted by hundreds of customers and their pets, including a therapy bunny...

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Vital Pet Group to distribute full Frozzys range

Frozzys Ltd, the naturally nutritious pet food brand renowned for its innovative range of Gut Goodness frozen and ambient treats, has announced that Vital Pet Group will now be distributing its full product range...