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Pedigree Wholesale to streamline distribution network

David Rees — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:13:43 +0000

Pedigree Wholesale is to rebalance capacity across its distribution network following an operational review. Activity at the wholesaler’s northern depot in Leeds will be transitioned into the company’s wider national network, and it will no longer operate as a standalone site. The company says the decision to consolidate and streamline its distribution network will enable [...]

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Pets at Home signs e-commerce dropship partnership

David Rees — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:51:30 +0000

Pets at Home has announced a new strategic partnership with e-commerce specialist Rithum to deliver a dropship programme. The agreement will allow the retailer to widen its online product range more quickly and cost-effectively without necessarily holding more stock in its warehouse. The retailer said the arrangement will enable it to “rapidly expand its online assortment [...]

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UK pet food industry urged to support surplus food initiative

David Rees — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:49:51 +0000

The UK pet food industry is being called on to get behind an ongoing initiative to support pet owners struggling to afford everyday essentials by donating their surplus food. The ‘No Empty Bowls’ programme, a collaborative initiative led by Battersea and FareShare (joining forces with the Felix Project) and backed by trade association UK Pet Food, [...]

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PATS 2026 creates Hosted Buyer Programme

David Rees — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:41:31 +0000

The PATS trade show has announced the launch of a new Hosted Buyer Programme, to enable senior retail buyers and exhibitors to create a strategic framework for discussions through pre-scheduled meetings. PATS returns to the NEC Birmingham on September 27–29, 2026, and the new initiative is designed in part to capitalise on growing international interest [...]

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Programme announced for 2026 Business of Pets Conference

David Rees — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:39:42 +0000

The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) released details of its 2026 Business of Pets Conference. The two-day programme is themed on ‘Building Resilience’ and will take place on Thursday and Friday, June 3-4, at the Cranfield University Management Development Centre near Milton Keynes, Bedfordshire. Sponsored by Worldpay the event will aim to address the financial, operational [...]

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Tails.com reformulates wet food range

David Rees — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:38:29 +0000

Subscription dog food brand Tails.com has overhauled its wet food portfolio, including a complete reformulation of its Classic range of recipes. The savoury meals range includes options such as Cottage Pie with Beef and Carrots, Fisherman’s Pie with Salmon, Potato and Peas, and Garden Terrine with Chicken and Green Beans, and is designed to accommodate [...]

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Pet flea and tick treatments under review amid water pollution concerns

David Rees — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:25:59 +0000

The government has ordered a new review into over-the-counter flea and tick treatments amid concerns that the chemical ingredients, specifically fipronil and imidacloprid, are poisoning waterways. Recent research funded by the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) maintained that the application of certain flea and tick treatments by pet owners is contributing to these chemicals being detected [...]

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The Innocent Hound transitions from tubs to large pouches

David Rees — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:24:20 +0000

The Innocent Hound is transitioning its 600g air-dried treat range from tubs to pouches. The move brings the larger format of the brand in line with its 70g packs, creating a more consistent look across the range. The fully recyclable pouches use at least 70% less plastic than the former tubs, can be merchandised on [...]

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Fold Hill invests £9m in new manufacturing facility

David Rees — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:43:00 +0000

Fold Hill Foods has announced a £9 million investment in a new facility at its site in Boston, Lincolnshire. The new facility introduces advanced automation alongside a best-in-class oven, as well as introducing the ability to pack biscuits directly on the production line at Boston for the first time. The investment consolidates production into a [...]

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Small animal specialist Kavee creates new brand identity

David Rees — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:41:34 +0000

Small pet welfare and habitat specialist Kavee has unveiled a new brand identity and a range of new products with an enhanced focus on modern design. The change is described as a transition from a purely welfare-focused specialist to a welfare-led lifestyle brand within the small pet industry. The new visual system features a “more [...]

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