Tom Watts

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Symrise says its pet food division is growing again after a weak first half

Trade news · 29 October 2026

German ingredients group Symrise reported low single-digit organic growth in its Pet Food division for the third quarter of 2026, after declines earlier in the year.

Pet Sustainability Coalition appoints former Mars sourcing lead Heather Pfahl as chief executive

Trade news · 28 October 2026

The US-based Pet Sustainability Coalition has named Heather Pfahl as its CEO and executive director from 2 November 2026, ahead of its Impact Unleashed conference.

Thai pet food maker i-Tail completes its $160 million purchase of Phelps Pet Products

Trade news · 28 October 2026

i-Tail Corporation has completed its acquisition of US treat and specialty pet nutrition co-manufacturer Phelps Pet Products for an enterprise value of USD 160 million.

Swedencare brings NaturVet supplements to 185 Pets at Home stores

Trade news · 27 October 2026

Swedencare launched 11 NaturVet by Swedencare supplement products in 185 Pets at Home stores on 26 October 2026, alongside a new ProDen PlaqueOff cat dental crème.

Dog grooming courses and qualifications in the UK

Guides · 26 October 2026

The routes into dog grooming, from college and apprenticeships to salon academies, the qualifications employers recognise, and what to ask a school.

Buying dog treats wholesale for a UK pet business

Guides · 26 October 2026

How to buy dog treats wholesale, with published trade terms from UK suppliers, the rules on making and labelling treats, and a supplier checklist.

What insurance does a UK pet business need?

Guides · 26 October 2026

The insurance a pet business must have by law, the covers groomers, walkers, kennels and pet shops usually choose, and how to compare quotes.

Animal activity licences in England for boarding, day care and pet shops

Guides · 26 October 2026

Which pet businesses need an animal activity licence in England, what inspectors check for kennels, home boarding and day care, and how star ratings work.

How to start a cattery in England that meets the licensing standards

Guides · 26 October 2026

Plan a boarding cattery around the Defra licensing standards, with minimum cattery pen and run sizes, layout rules, heating and a supplier brief.