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Pets Choice to take over Pettex Aqautic brand

David Rees — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 11:31:44 +0000

Pets Choice has announced it will take-over the goodwill and pond food branding from Pettex Aquatic Ltd, following the closure of the latter business. With effect from October 1, 2026, the Pettex Aquatic range will become part of the Pets Choice family, joining a portfolio of brands that includes Webbox, Bob Martin, Felight, TastyBone, Vet’s [...]

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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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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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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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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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VAFO Group acquires Pets Deli

David Rees — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 00:02:30 +0000

European pet food firm VAFO Group has acquired German direct-to-consumer (D2C) brand Pets Deli. Based in Berlin, Pets Deli offers nutrition products for dogs and cats – including wet food, dry food, raw feeding, snacks and supplements – sold directly to pet owners through its digital platform. The acquisition adds more than €40 million to [...]

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HIG Capital becomes new majority owner of Outward Hound

David Rees — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:09:27 +0000

Investment firm HIG Capital has become new majority owner of American pet care supplier Outward Hound. Headquartered in in Centennial, Colorado, the company is a manufacturer and distributor of toys, games, gear, feeders, beds, and treats for dogs and cats, with brands including Outward Hound, Best Friends by Sheri, Catstages, Wholesome Pride Pet Treats, Nina [...]

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Private equity firm acquires Animalcare Group

David Rees — Sun, 02 Aug 2026 23:07:57 +0000

Pet healthcare company Animalcare Group has been acquired by private equity firm Charterhouse Capital Partners. Headquartered in York, United Kingdom, Animalcare specialises in the development and commercialisation of products for companion animals, equine and production animals. The Group holds around 150 animal health pharma brands, with core franchises in dental, equine and pain products with [...]

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American firm to acquire majority stake in Trixie

David Rees — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 16:04:10 +0000

US-based Central Garden & Pet Company has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire a majority interest in European pet accessories and snack supplier Trixie. Central, based in Walnut Creek, California, owns a wide portfolio of brands in the pet care, gardening and pest control sectors, including aquatic, wild bird and small animal lines, plus [...]

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