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Years recalls fresh meals over buckwheat fears

David Rees — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:56:19 +0000

Fresh pet food supplier Years has recalled all of its fresh meals (excluding the Chef’s Collection range) over fears that contaminated buckwheat may be causing eye irritation in dogs. As of 9pm yesterday (August 18), 192 customers have reported potential, although as yet unverified, eye issues to the company, with symptoms including excessive blinking or [...]

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Pets at Home launches own insurance product

David Rees — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:54:03 +0000

Retailer Pets at Home has launched its long-awaited insurance product, initially on the Compare the Market platform. Pets Insurance is designed to offer “simple, easy to understand cover, removing the complexity owners may face when selecting the right insurance for their pet”, says the retailer. The brand has launched initially on Compare the Market before becoming available via the Pets at Home website and app in September. Pets Insurance will offer three [...]

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Vital Pet Group sold to new owners

David Rees — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 21:42:44 +0000

Paramount Retail Group has completed the sale of pet trade distributor Vital Pet Group (VPG) to SPL Group. Following completion, VPG will operate independently of Paramount Retail Group, under its new ownership at SPL, led by Tom Wang and joint managing director Richard Long, who will be responsible for the future strategy, investment and operation [...]

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Henry Bell launches small bird feeding haven

David Rees — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 23:07:20 +0000

Henry Bell has created a new in-store merchandising solution for feeds and feeding equipment designed to encourage smaller birds into the garden while deterring squirrels and larger birds such as crows, pigeons and jackdaws. The new display units, which feature smart POS and a choice of feed and non-feeding options, also include the brand’s new [...]

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Marine-themed toys expand Animal Instincts range

David Rees — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 23:05:57 +0000

The Animal Instincts toy range has been expanded with new collection of marine-themed items, exclusively available through Pedigree Wholesale. The Animal Instincts Sustainables: Sea Life collection features a selection of designs inspired by ocean creatures, with all toys in the range made from recycled bottles. To celebrate the launch, every independent pet retailer purchasing from [...]

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Skinner’s makes debut in Tesco

David Rees — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 23:04:53 +0000

The Skinner’s Field & Trial range of dog food is now available in Tesco. The move marks the first time that the company’s products have been available in a mainstream supermarket chain in its 50-year history of producing dog food. Products will be available in more than 300 Tesco stores and online at Tesco.com, including [...]

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PATS 2026 to include new Animal Encounters feature

David Rees — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:46:16 +0000

This year’s PATS trade show will include a new feature highlighting expert knowledge and practical advice for looking after live animals. Staged in partnership with educational workshop provider Animal Teach, the Animal Encounters feature will give visitors the opportunity to view animals such as snakes, lizards and invertebrates under the care of expert handlers, with [...]

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Burgess Excel supports 20 rabbit rescues

David Rees — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:43:47 +0000

Burgess Excel is marking 20 years of Rabbit Awareness Week by donating food to 20 rabbit rescues across the UK. Rescues to receive support include Beech Tree Bunnies in Leicestershire, Beloved Rabbits in Glasgow, Ivy Dene Rabbit Rescue in West Yorkshire, Rabbit Residence Rescue in Bedfordshire and Woodgreen Pets Charity in Cambridgeshire. The initiative will [...]

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Happy Pet to launch national ‘Happy Pet Day’ at PATS 2026

David Rees — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 00:05:22 +0000

Pet toy and accessories company Happy Pet is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year with the launch of a Happy Pet Day – a new national day dedicated to recognising and returning the joy that pets bring. Happy Pet Day will officially launch on September 27 at this year’s PATS trade exhibition, with celebrations, exclusive [...]

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PIF calls for more education and responsible retailing of parasite medications

David Rees — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 00:04:08 +0000

The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) has backed independent pet businesses to play a greater role in communicating responsible-use messages to owners about pet parasite medications (PPMs). The Federation was responding to the recent report from the House of Lords Environment and Climate Change Committee on the environmental impact of (PPMs), which included a recommendation that [...]

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