PET PRODUCTS & SERVICES
Helping bring new products and ideas to the pet trade
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he Brits are a nation of animal lovers: a recent study by the PDSA showed that 53% of UK adults have a pet. This includes 29% dog and 24% cat owners. Many towns and cities have become increasingly more pet-friendly, following successive lockdowns. The COVID Staycation, welcomed dogs, often for the first time to hotels, Airbnb’s and campsites across the country. Pet Trade Innovations has been at the forefront of leading pet and vet supplies since 2016. Established by Managing Director, Steve Driver, the company is focused on bringing exciting new innovations and products to market. Steve has over forty years’ individual experience working in the pet and vet sectors and has grown the business over the last seven years, as he outlines, “We bring new quality products and innovation to the pet and vet markets. Some of these we have developed
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ourselves and some are from new product designers who want help and support launching their products. We have product and packaging designers, a marketing department, sales team and a full logistical operation, to help our customers optimise their products. We are a master distributor for the UK and have a sister company called MDC offering sales to the vet market. Finally, we offer expert coaching and mentoring for companies or designers: helping and supporting them with their sales and marketing.” The leading pet company supplies sectors from pet, vet, charities, animal welfare, to pet-friendly hospitality, with a popular portfolio of products ranging from dog chewing toys, smart collar, dog parking facility, to cat carrier and bed. Based in Camberley, Surrey, with warehouses in Alton,
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Hampshire the products are supplied to businesses all over the country. “Bamboodles have been our Number One selling brand for some time now and the range continues to grow with exciting new shapes and designs. Its unique shape means the dog can hold it between its paws, keeping them occupied and happy for hours. The super strong material is robust for all dogs that like to chew. These are the perfect distraction for anyone wanting to keep their dogs quiet, while they enjoy their food or a drink with friends or family,” explains Steve. The T-Bone and Y-Bone Bamboodles are designed for longevity, due to its winning bamboo and nylon design properties. The super-robust material is suitable for all dog breeds and personalities, even aggressive chewers. The bamboo prevents snapping or sharding, leaving owners reassured that their dogs have a safe toy. The design has a twofold
