Emily Fowler

Pet food companies succeed after being on ‘Dragon Den’

The BBC’s version of ‘Shark Tank’ has hosted a number of thriving U.K. pet food businesses.

November 10, 2019

Emily Fowler

The BBC’s version of ‘Shark Tank,’ Dragon Den,' has hosted a number of now-thriving U.K. pet food businesses.

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The importance of sustainable pet food packaging in Europe

Europe data backs global trend calling for brands to deliver environmentally friendly packaging solutions.

October 14, 2019

Emily Fowler

Europe data backs global trend calling for brands to deliver environmentally friendly packaging solutions.

BVA urges pet owners to move to insect-based food

More insects, fewer traditional proteins in pet food could be the future for the UK’s cats and dogs

September 18, 2019

Emily Fowler

In the ongoing battle against climate change and with environmental concerns becoming greater, the British Veterinary Association (BVA) has urged the public to consider insect-based pet food for their cats and dogs.

Salmonella raw pet food recall: Homeland By Products

Three batches of Homeland’s frozen raw food have been recalled after the discovery of Salmonella; research highlights importance of hygiene in handling

July 25, 2019

Emily Fowler

U.K.-based Homeland By Products recalled its frozen raw pet food due to the presence of the Salmonella bacterium.

Cat care program may emphasize lifestage pet food

With more focus on their pets’ specific lifestages, are owners more likely to select lifestage-specific food?

July 25, 2019

Emily Fowler

A new program launched by International Cat Care aims to help pet owners better understand their cat's specific lifestage and nutritional needs.

UK fresh dog food delivery set to expand into Europe

With £15 million of new funding raised, Butternut Box looks to grow its customer base and diversify into overall pet wellness.

May 20, 2019

Emily Fowler

With £15 million (USD19 million) of new funding raised, Butternut Box looks to grow its pet-owner customer base and diversify into overall pet wellness.

UK pet food industry: Consider AEO status ahead of Brexit

The Authorized Economic Operator quality mark will make for a smoother Brexit for pet food manufacturers in the U.K.

May 16, 2019

Emily Fowler

U.K. pet food manufacturers with the internationally recognized Authorized Economic Operator quality mark will likely have a smoother Brexit transition.

UK CBD-based pet food market hindered by VMD decision

The official Veterinary Medicines Directorate stance on CBD-based pet products as veterinary medicines means they require a marketing authorization to be sold.

April 5, 2019

Emily Fowler

CBD is becoming a hot ingredient in the pet food space, but regulations in different areas of the world present unique challenges to its acceptance and use.