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With just over a week to go before PATS 2024 opens its doors, the final preparations are being made for what will be the biggest show so far in the event’s 15-year history. The Pet & Aquatics Trade Show takes place over three days for the first time from Sunday 29th September to Tuesday, 1st October and visitors can expect to find more new products than ever from a record number of over 340 exhibitors...

Over 100 exclusive show offers at PATS

PATS 2024 has produced its digital Red Book, highlighting some of the exclusive offers and fantastic new products to be showcased at the show...

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Pet shop recognised as inspiring start-up business

Leeds pet store Woof The Yorkshire Dog Shop (Woof), which sells a wide range of organic, grain-free and sustainable pet products, is among 14 businesses announced as Start Up Loans’ 2024 Ambassadors.

Innovative pet brand BAM! expands export market

BAM! cat toys, which are made by James & Steel at their premises in Gloucestershire, are continuing to open up more export markets for the company...

Natures Menu picks up Best of British award

Natures Menu won a prestigious Best of British Award at the recent Glee trade exhibition held at the NEC earlier this month. The company clinched the award with its Natures Menu Freeze Dried Dinners....

New look for Marriage’s Small Animal Range

Marriage’s has expanded its small animal range to cater for the individual nutritional needs of five additional species beyond rabbits and guinea pigs...

PIF reveals high-calibre of awards finalists

The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) has unveiled the line-up of 2024 finalists for the PIF Awards. Nigel Baker, CEO of PIF, commented: “The calibre and number of the entries received this year was very high..."

Full list of the PIF Awards finalists

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Vital selected as Wholesaler of the Year award finalist

Vital has been selected as a finalist for the prestigious Wholesaler of the Year award at the PIF Awards 2024. This recognition underscores the company’s commitment to delivering exceptional service, value, and support to its customers across the pet industry...

Arden Grange expands range with veggie dental sticks

Arden Grange has added to its canine treat range with Veggie dental sticks with mint and superfoods. These grain-free, naturally hypoallergenic plant-based sticks are expertly crafted to support daily dental hygiene while offering a nutritious and enriching reward for dogs...

Pet brand starts search for Britain’s Best Barking Baker

Pet product company, Pointer, is on the hunt for Britain’s Best Barking Baker, as Channel 4’s iconic Great British Bake Off returns to our screens this autumn. Helping dog lovers across the UK have some fun with their pooch, Pointer’s winner will be crowned at the beginning of December...

EzyDog returns to PATS with fantastic range

Leading dog accessory manufacturer, EzyDog, has revealed that it will be making a return to PATS from 29th September to 1st October on stand L14, to display its fantastic range of products for four legged friends...

Mikki launches super-absorbent Doodles Drying Robes

Mikki has launched a range of Doodles Drying Robes for Poodle crossbreeds (Doodles), specially crafted to speed up the drying process whilst minimising tangles and keeping the coat frizz free...

11 reasons to visit BETA International this Sunday and Monday

BETA International will be at NAEC Stoneleigh on 22nd and 23rd September. It’s free to enter, free to park, and as the UK’s premier trade event for the equestrian and country sector you won’t want to miss it. Here are 11 reasons to come and visit the show…

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The Lion crowned UK’s most dog-friendly pub

The Lion at Basford in Nottingham has earned the prestigious title of Britain’s Best Dog-Friendly Pub. That’s according to Rover.com, the world’s largest online marketplace for loving pet care and its expert Tavern Testers, who have meticulously inspected over 110 pubs up and down the country...

Asia-Pacific's premier aquatic trade show launches in Singapore

Aquamania 2025, a new trade show dedicated to the thriving Asia-Pacific ornamental fish and aquarium market, is set to make a splash in Singapore on 25-27 June 2025...

'Dogpool' to put pups in the spotlight this Halloween

New research suggests that Britain’s pets could be getting a Hollywood makeover this Halloween, as search interest grows for dog costumes inspired by major film characters...

73% of Brits believe older dogs can learn new tricks

A new survey reveals that while 73% of UK dog owners believe that “you can teach an old dog new tricks,” confidence in their ability to train their dog varies across the nation...

Dorwest Herbs launches new website

Herbal pet care experts at Dorwest Herbs have launched a new website – improving their customer and shopping experience as well as refreshing their design in line with the packaging rebrand earlier this year.

Bira says steady inflation at 2.2% provides stability

The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) has said the inflation rate holding steady at 2.2% in August provides some stability for the high street - but stresses the Bank of England needs to now reduce interest rates to boost consumer spending...

Finalists announced for the British Equestrian Trade Awards (BETAs) 2024

The British Equestrian Trade Association (BETA) has announced its final set of trade award finalists for the British Equestrian Trade Awards (BETAs) covering the highly competitive Zebra Products Retailer of the Year and Stubbs England Nutritional Helpline of the Year categories...

Welsh Dragon roars at international trials

The Welsh Team, sponsored by CSJ, were top team at the ISDS International Sheepdog Trial Supreme Championships 2024...

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...

Rail network sets tails wagging with snacks for dogs

Transport for Wales (TfW) has partnered with pet firm Dewkes to launch a new dog treat menu – a UK first for the rail network...

Raw pet food firm aims for major expansion

A Liverpool-based pet food company specialising in the raw diet, Mersey Raw, has announced plans to expand its operations in the retail sector. This comes on the back of the company’s founder Ben McIntyre becoming a finalist in the prestigious Entrepreneurs Awards.

Dog first-aid kit wins New Product Award

A dog first-aid kit has clinched a major New Product Award at this week’s Glee trade exhibition at the NEC Birmingham...

Design agency works on Pets at Home's lifestyle range

Design agency STORMBRANDS has continued its creative partnership with Pets at Home with the launch of Noble – the pet retail group's new premium yet affordable accessories brand...

Pet Remedy rebalanced – same effect but smells better

After taking on board long-standing feedback from pet owners and professionals alike, Pet Remedy has refined its blend of essential oils to deliver the same effective calming properties with a more pleasant smell...

Henry Wag now available at Stax

Henry Wag’s pet range of products, including high-quality products designed to keep pets clean, dry, and comfortable, are now available for purchase through Stax Trade Centres...