PetQuip Awards 2023 Winners' Special

Winners’ Special Celebrating the pet industry’s achievements in 2023

All the winners & FINALISTS listed inside

PETQUIP AWARDS 2023

welcome to 2023 The PetQuip Awards hosted a record number of guests as the pet industry convened to recognise excellence and celebrate achievement.

Held alongside and in association with PATS Telford, the PetQuip Awards cover Supplier, Retailer, Product, Export and Lifetime Achievement categories, with Gold, Silver and Highly Commended prizes for most categories.

The event, presented by Susan Fairley, PetQuip Trade Federation Manager, and Amanda Sizer Barrett MBE, Director General of the PetQuip association, included 12 Gold and 10 Silver awards, plus nine Highly Commended awards, Also presented was a special Lifetime Achievement Award for John Burns MBE, the founder of the UK’s first natural and chemicalfree pet food company, Burns Pet Nutrition.

As John accepted his award from Amanda Sizer Barrett, he said “I’m overwhelmed. It’s such an honour to receive this accolade from PetQuip.”

To recognise the innovative companies exhibiting in the PATS Telford New Starter Zone, created in association with PetQuip trade association, the PetQuip Awards introduced a new category for this year, the New Starter Award. With so many creative and innovative entrepreneurs coming through into the pet industry, the competition was tight.

The Gold winner was Trinkety Paws, an accessories range whose hallmark is an array of beautiful colours, designed and made by the owner. The judges praised the business, which really stands out at shows with a lovely product.

Nadine Berger, Director of Trinkety Paws said: “I’m shocked and surprised to have won the New Starter Award. To be recognised in this prestigious way means a lot, and feels like all our hard work has paid off.”

The Silver award went to pet memorial rainbow bridge maker The British Glass Lady and Highly Commended to Oh So Precious, who create pet keepsakes.

At the close of the event, Amanda Sizer Barrett commented: “The enjoyment evident on the faces of so many people from the industry at our event has made it all worthwhile. PetQuip is proud to recognise the hard work, innovation and teamwork demonstrated by our industry with these prestigious awards and it was great to celebrate with them at what was a sell-out occasion.

“In addition to seeing so many happy winners, it was really rewarding to witness everyone enjoying the fruits of their labours and the positive networking that took place between suppliers and buyers during the evening.”

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PETQUIP AWARDS 2023 SUPPLIER OF THE YEAR

SPONSORED BY NOBLE FUTURES

PEDIGREE WHOLESALE & WE.PET The Supplier of the Year category was hotly contested and presented a very difficult decision for the judges. After much deliberation, they decided to award two Gold awards and two Silver awards, along with one Highly Commended.

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The judges said Pedigree Wholesale reached consistently gold standards and that customers loved dealing with the company. Managing director Gerard O’Mahony said: “We are absolutely delighted to win this award. This win serves as another motivation to advance our efforts, to keep raising the bar and delivering for our partners in everything we do. We will continue to improve and strengthen our relationships with our suppliers and customers.”

The second Gold winner – We.Pet – exists to support the independent pet sector, working in partnership with its customers to provide a wide range of unique and sustainable products. Dan Vander, of We.Pet, commented: “We were really surprised and delighted. We are still a fairly new kid on the block so we were very flattered. It’s something to shout about and will hopefully give us increased recognition in the trade. Everyone likes a bit of kudos!”

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PETQUIP AWARDS 2023 BUSINESS SERVICE OF THE YEAR SPONSORED BY WHISTL

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The Gold award for Business Service of the Year went to a stand-out business amongst the dog groomer pack, one of a few in Scotland and England offering an organic dog spa and boutique with a dog styling service using only its own range of award-winning organic dog grooming products.

Arlene Millar, of Henry & Co, said: “We are thrilled and incredibly proud to have achieved the prestigious Gold Award. Being recognised within the pet industry is a true honour, and we greatly appreciate the outstanding support from PetQuip. Bringing these accolades back to Scotland is truly delightful.”

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Trinkety Paws The judges loved the beautiful colours of the range that the Gold winner Trinkety Paws designs and makes. They thought that this is a great business, which really stands out at shows with a lovely product.

Nadine Berger, Director of Trinkety Paws said: “I’m shocked and surprised to have won the New Starter Award. To be recognised in this prestigious way means a lot, and feels like all our hard work has paid off.”

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CELEBRATING GREEN AND ORGANIC SPONSORED BY CIPS

MR BUG The Gold winner in this category ticked all the boxes for the judges – UK-based, produced from a farm in Devon. The owners of this business are totally committed to sustainability with everything in their company being thought through with sustainability at the forefront.

Conal Cunningham, Managing Director of Mr Bug, said: “Winning the Celebrating Green and Organic Award is marvellous and recognition for everything we’re trying to do with this brand.

“Awards are a great way for smaller start-ups like Mr Bug to explain to the wider pet food fraternity what we’re up to, so this prestigious accolade is important to us.”

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PETQUIP AWARDS 2023 PRODUCT OF THE YEAR (Accessories & Technical)

Poorly Paws Dog First Aid Kit

Dog-G8 Company modular & portable Dog-G8 Gate

The judges loved the Gold winner in this category – a compact kit which has everything you need to cover an emergency while out with your dog, along with support on how to use it via a QR code. The judges also praised the product’s packaging and price point.

Alex and Gabriella Surace, owners of Poorly Paws, said: “Wow! We couldn’t believe it when the name of our business was announced as the winner of the Product of the Year Award for accessories and tech. It feels like all the hard work has paid off. We’re extremely grateful.”

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PRODUCT OF THE YEAR (Food & Treats)

HOWND wellness treats

The Gold winner of the food and treats category stood out for the judges because of its packaging, its UK manufacture, its vegan credentials and because each treat type has a different function.

The Gold award for its range of wellness treats, went to HOWND.

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Jo Amit, Product Director of HOWND said: “The Product of the Year food and treats was such a big category that we really didn’t expect to win, so it was an unexpected and welcome surprise. These accolades act as a springboard for the product. To win again is fantastic.”

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PETQUIP AWARDS 2023 PRODUCT OF THE YEAR (Healthcare & Grooming)

Pedigree Wholesale TropiClean Essentials Collection

The Gold award goes to a product which the judges felt has terrific packaging, bringing the same type of dispensing pump mechanism as used in human shampoos and sprays to this category for the first time, which really adds to the products’ presentation and functionality.

The Gold award winner is the TropiClean Essentials range of shampoos and sprays from Pedigree Wholesale.

Paul Mercer, of TropiClean, said: “‘It was such an honour to be awarded the best new Healthcare/Grooming award for 2023. Our team worked round the clock to ensure this range met today’s growing needs from UK pet parents, so it was so pleasing the PetQuip judges also saw the high level of effort and detail we made. The PetQuip Dinner was yet again a great evening, and we are incredibly grateful for everything they do to make it a success.”

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PEDIGREE WHOLESALE TropiClean Enticers Dental Ball Kit

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HOME OF GREAT BRANDS supplier of the Year Gold AWARD

“We are absolutely delighted to win Supplier of the Year at the Petquip 2023 Awards. I know how hard the Pedigree team work every day to deliver on our “Wholesaler of Choice” mission, so I am really pleased to win this award as it is voted on by our customers and partners in the Specialist Pet market. This win serves as another motivation to advance our efforts, to keep raising the bar and delivering for our partners in everything we do. We will continue to improve and strengthen our We are also pleased to receive a Gold Award for the TropiClean relationships with our suppliers and our customers, improve Essentials range, a Silver the wellbeing of our team at Pedigree, and manage carefully award for the TropiClean Kong Dental Ball Kit and Highly the shadow we cast as we go about our business.”

Commended for the Gerard O'Mahony, Managing Director of Pedigree Wholesale

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PETQUIP AWARD WINNERS 2023 INTERNATIONAL RETAILER, WHOLESALER OR DISTRIBUTOR OF THE YEAR SPONSORED BY PATS TELFORD

TOM & CO (BELGIUM)

There were three retailers nominated as finalists in this category – from Belgium/France, Slovakia, Spain and Portugal.

The winner of this Gold award is a fast-growing retailer of pet products, largely through franchise.

The company currently has over 200 shops in Belgium, France and Luxembourg and is looking to expand further into France. This retailer stocks several UK brands.

The Gold award for international retailer was awarded to Tom & Co, Belgium.

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PETQUIP AWARD WINNERS 2023 Nature’s SAFE is PetQuip’s chosen charity, and founder Tullis Matson gave a talk on its work.

Nature’s SAFE is safeguarding the future of our natural world by preserving live cells of animals at risk of extinction. The charity is on a mission to Save Animals From Extinction by collecting, indefinitely storing and regenerating reproductive cells and cell lines from endangered species.

John James (above, second from right), who won a PetQuip Lifetime Achievement Award in 2018, was presented with a gift from PATS Telford’s Gordon Thomas, to mark 50 years in the pet industry.

John then made the Nature’s SAFE’S charity draw with first prize being a skydiving experience.

Stunning table decorations and goodie bags were donated

by Petface while Pedigree Wholesale sponsored the drinks reception.

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PETQUIP AWARDS 2023 THE THERESA SWANN EXPORTER OF THE YEAR AWARD SPONSORED BY GROUP 55

Mutneys Professional Pet Care The Theresa Swann Exporter of the Year winner started its export journey in 1995, distributing to dog grooming suppliers. The company has now built up a worldwide business stretching from Sweden, Finland and Latvia, to UAE, Qatar and Oman and across to Chile. The judges thought that this company did a grand job for a small company, their presentation was excellent and their customers seem to love them.

Rosie Crowther, of Gold award winners Mutneys Professional Pet Care, said: “We’re extremely grateful to be recognised for our international growth and market expansion. We are very proud to have been exporting our pet grooming products worldwide since 1995. As a company, we pride ourselves on our extensive product range and knowledgeable, friendly and approachable team.”

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PETQUIP AWARDS 2023 LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

JOHN BURNS MBE

John Burns MBE, founder of Burns Pet Nutrition, was presented with a prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2023 PetQuip Industry Awards.

The winner of the 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award is the founder of the UK’s first natural and chemical-free pet food company.

John Burns graduated from Glasgow University in the 1970s and accepted a job in a vet’s practice in Whitland It was his first experience of Wales and he hasn’t left his beloved west Wales since.

Working as a vet, it soon became apparent to him that pets, especially dogs, were being treated for recurring illnesses, and the drugs prescribed only cured the illness in the short term.

With a passion and determination to improve the health and wellbeing of animals, especially cats and dogs, John studied traditional oriental medicine, putting what he’d learned into practice to change the pet food industry for the better.

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He is a natural food pioneer and continues to be a driving force at the company he founded.

Some highlights of the many achievements from the company and its founder include: In 1993 the introduction of natural, healthy pet food to the UK market, modelled on a homecooked diet.

In 1997 the company became the first UK business to bring chemical-free pet food to market after our award winner discovered that Vitamin E and rosemary oil could be used to preserve food, rather than chemicals. The switch to chemical-free pet food set the industry standard for others to follow.

In 2006 John launched his own charity, which aims to help enhance the lives of disadvantaged people, by offering practical recreational facilities and life skill opportunities, as well using the arts, the outdoors and events to bring enjoyment to the whole community.

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Currently, the company employs over 140 people across the UK and the Republic of Ireland, as well as 13 members of staff who work for the charity foundation. The company is celebrating 30 years in business this year.

John’s focus remains on campaigning for positive change in the pet food industry, be it through award-winning products, the charity and nutritional education.

The company’s products are on the shelves at over 6,000 stockists and it exports pet food all over the world to countries as far and wide as Hong Kong and Portugal.

None of these achievements, and so many successful years in business, would be possible without the company’s founder.

As John accepted his award from Amanda Sizer Barrett, he said “I’m overwhelmed. It’s such an honour to receive this accolade from PetQuip.”

In 2014, the company became an accredited Living Wage Employer, paying high wages and became the first UK pet food business to pay the real Living Wage.

In 2020, The Canolfan Centre officially opened —it is home to a wonderful range of activities such as practical life skill opportunities, arts-based projects, environmental conservation, cookery skills, coffee mornings, chair-based exercise and reading with dogs. The Centre has several facilities available for hire: a Dog Adventure Park, Conference Rooms and bespoke packages for users and newly situated Glamping Pods, all of which help to generate income for the Foundation.

In 2022 John was awarded an MBE for services to business and the community in West Wales.

In the same year, he received an Honorary Fellowship at the University of Wales Trinity Saint David’s in recognition of his support of charities and entrepreneurial innovation. www.petquip.com

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PETQUIP AWARDS 2023 UK RETAILER OF THE YEAR SPONSORED BY PATS TELFORD

DISCOUNT FEEDS

Wetherby-based Discount Feeds was named UK Pet Retailer of the Year. The Gold award winner was praised for its rigorous attention to detail with product ranges, display, staff recruitment and training providing a whole retail experience. The store recognises that different customers may have very different requirements and by keeping prepared and motivated, the team delivers outstanding service.

Jo Sutton, who owns Discount Feeds with husband Rob, gives her reaction to winning the Gold award.

What does this award mean to you?

This award means the world. We are a small local business focusing on being the best that we can be. To have our store recognised by PetQuip is just a dream come true.

Who works in the business?

It’s a family run business. I am in the shop full time, and we have four part-time staff. My husband Rob does all the building work instore – designing new racking and repairs etc. He works away during the week as a telecoms engineer. Rob is 22 PetQuip Awards 2023

also my support network – he is always there to pick up the pieces, give me encouragement and listen to new ideas.

How long has the store been operating?

The original shop was established in February 2009. We purchased the store in February 2019.

I had been the instore dog groomer for three years and when the opportunity came quite unexpectedly to take over the reins I jumped at the chance. I promised my husband Rob I could make it work.

Do you just sell pet food?

The shop initially started focusing on horse feed, and this quickly grew to incorporate pets and other animals. We now carry a large selection of feeds for all animals, from reptiles to small animal, cat, dog, horse, poultry, wild bird and farm animals. There is also a huge accessories range, including beds, leads and collars, harnesses, and treats…the list is endless. We now cover every pet requirement. I am always watching the industry – this year was my seventh trip to PATS. It’s so important for us to keep up to date and stay relevant.

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PETQUIP AWARDS 2022 Are all your products discounted?

When the shop was first established there was a focus on price. I have changed the focus from price to service, knowledge and trust. I try to be fair with our pricing, I balance the needs of the business and the customer to find a strategy that works and add value with our customer experience instore. I think it’s important too to ensure we consider the brands we stock – we wouldn’t want to devalue a brand, so we work closely with all reps to maintain a good relationship. There are exciting plans to rebrand the store, to incorporate our ethos and dispel the myths that our main focus is price.

What makes your store so special?

We strive to provide the best service we can. Team work is really important – I never underestimate how important the team is to operating successfully and happily. Our staff are hugely valued individually and as a team, and in turn love working here and mirror my desire to provide an excellent customer experience.

My knowledge and passion for animal feeds, particularly canine, seems to be a key feature for our customers.

Do you hold special events, competitions and initiatives?

Yes, lots. There is always something coming soon or being worked on in the background. Most recently we held a charity fund-raising day for a local event rider who is taking part in a charity horse race. We were heavily involved in collecting and transporting donations for the Ukraine Appeal, in just seven days we sent seven pallets of donations. We hold a Christmas shopping evening in December so customers can join us for a mince pie and browse the store. We are main sponsor of our local country show to support them, and in turn this event always raises the profile of Discount Feeds. We’re constantly running brand awareness initiatives, both instore and on social media, and I am a huge fan of a retailer display competition – my favourite involved me wearing an inflatable banana suit stood in a paddling pool full of feed!. So yes, there’s always something happening here.

Do you offer a delivery service?

We do, Tuesday is our main order and delivery day. However, I often drop items off on my way home as we live in the town and try to help out where we can. (continued on page 24)

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What sets you apart from the rest?

I suspect the answer might be me – the experiences in my life have set me up and given me the knowledge needed to own a pet shop. I have always run the shop based on how I would like to have a shopping experience. I worked in market research for 10 years which gave great insight into customer requirements. We have a great reputation for advice, which I am particularly proud of. My educational background is in science and nutrition, holding a BSc (Hons) Equine Science. I was one of the first to complete the iPet Level 3 in Canine Nutrition, and I like to keep up to date with the latest research and advances in the area. I try to be active on the shop floor, interacting with customers and am always happy to discuss various topics if prompted. We always try to be unbiased in our approach – I feel our recommendations should be based on individuals and not the ‘bestsellers’. It’s important to understand the full situation and work with some animals for long periods of time. I’m also conscious that situations evolve, especially in the world we currently live in, and where necessary I’ll update my advice to reflect this.

How do you keep your regulars happy?

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provide a personal service. We face challenges as everyone does, but it’s how we deal with them that makes us stand out. I feel that we have a very loyal customer base, sometimes I even know the order when I see the car drive around the corner.

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2023 Roll of Honour SUPPLIER OF THE YEAR Joint Gold – Pedigree Wholesale and We.pet Joint Silver – Burgess Pet Care and Pet Trade Innovations Highly Commended – Brambles Pet and Wildlife

NEW STARTER AWARD Gold – Trinkety Paws Silver – The British Glass Lady Highly Commended – Oh So Precious

BUSINESS SERVICE OF THE YEAR Gold – Henry & Co Silver – Ant Antics Highly Commended – Pet Trust UK

CELEBRATING GREEN & ORGANIC Gold – Mr Bug Silver – Naturaw Highly Commended – Verm-X

PRODUCT OF THE YEAR Accessories/Technical Gold – Dog First Aid Kit from Poorly Paws Silver – The modular and portable Dog-G8 Gate from the Dog-G8 Company Highly Commended – Puppy Starter Kit from DogSpace Food & Treats Gold – Wellness Treats from HOWND Silver – Vet’s Menu Gravy Topper from Macahl Animal Health Highly Commended – Nature’s Deli Grain-Free Tasty Paste from Pedigree Wholesale Healthcare/Grooming Gold – TropiClean Essentials Collection from Pedigree Wholesale Silver – TropiClean Enticers Dental Ball Kit for Dogs from Pedigree Wholesale Highly Commended – Gizzls Gut Support from Gizzls INTERNATIONAL RETAILER, WHOLESALER OR DISTRIBUTOR OF THE YEAR Gold – Tom & Co, Belgium UK RETAILER OF THE YEAR Gold – Discount Feeds Silver – Henry & Co Highly Commended – Cocopup London THE THERESA SWANN EXPORTER OF THE YEAR AWARD Gold – Mutneys Professional Pet Care Silver – HOWND Highly Commended – Macahl Animal Health LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT John Burns MBE, Burns Pet Nutrition

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Finalists OUR WELL-DESERVED FINALISTS IN 2023 THE THERESA SWANN EXPORTER OF THE YEAR Hownd Macahl Animal Health Mutney’s CELEBRATING GREEN & ORGANIC Ant Antics Benyfit Natural Blue Pet Co (Vital) Denzels Di Filippo Legmani Dogs 4 Wildlife Dorwest Herbs D-Style Ltd (Kompact9) Eddgy Furr Boost HayPigs!

Inter-Zoo Pet Products Mr Bug Naturaw Nilaqua Pets Petface Poocher Simply2 The Soap Story (Vital) Verm-X Vitalin Walker & Drake Westland Horticulture BUSINESS SERVICE OF THE YEAR Ant Antics DryDogs Extremus Dog Training Henry & Co Pedigree Wholesale Pet Trust UK Puppy Tales Slapton Holiday Cottage Whitebeam Wood

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SUPPLIER OF THE YEAR Benyfit Natural Brambles Burgess Pet Care Butchers Pet Care ChickenGuard Furr Boost GHS Direct Ltd Harvest Pet Products Ltd Mutney’s Naturaw Pedigree Wholesale Pet Trade Innovations PowAir The Dog-G8 Co Walker & Drake We.pet NEW STARTER Ant Antics Aloise & Co Ltd Bark Avenue Blue Pet Co (Vital) Buddycare DryDogs D-Style Ltd (Kompact9) Eddgy Furr Boost Gizzls Hugo and Ted Hundhaus Oh So Precious PawDaw of London Pawer Water Pet Trust UK Petto Smart Nutrition (Vital) Poocher Poorly Paws Simon’s Kitchen Raw Food The British Glass Lady The Buffalo Co (Vital) Tippaws Trinkety Paws Walker & Drake

Finalists OUR WELL-DESERVED FINALISTS IN 2023

PRODUCT OF THE YEAR Accessories/Technical Aloise & Co Ltd Bark Avenue Cocopup London Company of Animals DogSpace D-Style Ltd (Kompact9) Eddgy No Fuss Fill (3 products) PawDaw of London Paws in Earnest Pedigree Wholesale (7 products) Pets Choice Pets Love Scruffs Poocher Red Dingo (3 products) The British Glass Lady The Dog-G8 Co Trinkety Paws Twiggy Tags Yellow Dog UK PRODUCT OF THE YEAR Healthcare/Animal Grooming Buddycare Company of Animals Dorwest Herbs Gizzls Henry & Co MSD Animal Health Pedigree Wholesale (2 products) Peregrine Live Foods Pets Choice Poorly Paws ProTrainings Europe (2 products) The Soap Story (Vital) Watermans

PRODUCT OF THE YEAR Food/Treats BasicBxtch Benyfit Natural Blue Pet Co (Vital) Burns Pet Nutrition Butchers Pet Care Denzels Eden Holistic Pet Foods Forthglade Furr Boost HayPigs!

Hownd Kennelpak (2 products) Macahl Animal Health (Vital) (2 products) Mackle Pet Foods McAdams Pet Foods (2 products) Mealberry Naturaw Nutriment Pedigree Wholesale (9 products) Percuro Pet Food Petto Smart Nutrition (Vital) Sabre Pet Food Wholesale (2 products) Snif-Snax (4 products) The Buffalo Co (Vital) Walker & Drake Whitebridge Pet Brands Wilsons Pet Food (4 products) UK RETAILER OF THE YEAR Cocopup London Discount Feeds Henry & Co

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Product finalists

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Aloise & Co Ltd – Made to Wander Dog Harness

BasicBxtch – B*llock Lolly

Bark Avenue – Dog Walking Bag

Benyfit Natural – Benyfit Bites

Cocopup London – Dog Walking Bag

Blue Pet Co (Vital) – Blue Pet range

Company of Animals – Pet Corrector

Burns Pet Nutrition – Wet food range

DogSpace – Puppy starter kit

Butchers Pet Care – Butchers Healthy Heart

D-Style Ltd – Kompact9

Denzels – High value rewards

Eddgy – Eddgy range

Eden Holistic Pet Foods – Puppy Cuisine

No Fuss Fill – No Fuss Fill dog treat filler; SkooGo dog walking pocket gloves; SkooGo summer activity walking gloves

Succulent Sausages Forthglade – Senior Grain Free Variety Pack Furr Boost – 400ml cartons

PawDaw of London – Dog cooling coat

HayPigs! – Pig n Mix Treats Range

Paws in Earnest – Rylo Pedigree Wholesale – All for Paws Chill Out; Chuckit! Sniff Fetch Balls Duo Bacon & Peanut; Hurtta Casual ECO Collection; Pawise Summer Cooling Toys; JW Hol-ee Giggler; Sportspet Pro Bounce Tennis 3 Pack in Pressurised Can; GiGwi Push to Mute Owl Pets Choice – Felight natural wheat pellets (cat litter) Pets Love Scruffs – Ceramic Slow Feeding Bowl Poocher – Poocher

Kennelpak – YAKERS; DOGGi Macahl Animal Health – Oralade Active; Vets Menu Gravy Topper Mackle Pet Foods – Naturo Natural Pet Food McAdams Pet Foods – McAdams Raw Preserve (Freeze Dried Free Range Chicken for dogs); McAdams Sensitive baked dry food for dogs (60% Fresh Free Range Turkey) Mealberry – Little One Tasty Maze Tunnel Naturaw – FORAGE Nutriment – Bone Broth - Chicken; beef; lamb

Red Dingo – DURABLES Balls; SuperLead; Titanium ID Tags The British Glass Lady – Rainbow bridges pet memorials The Dog-G8 Co – The modular and portable Dog-G8 Gate Trinkety Paws – Biothane® waterproof Dog Long Line with detachable Handle Twiggy Tags – The TrailFinder Multi-Way Lead Yellow Dog UK – “I NEED SPACE” double handle 1.5 metre yellow dog lead 28 PetQuip Awards 2023

Hownd – Treats

Pedigree Wholesale – Cooper & Co Air-Dried Treats Range; Doodle’s Deli Natural Treats Range; Earth Animal No-Hide The Barbeque; Hikari Mulberific Delite; Nature’s Deli Grain-free Tasty Pastes; Nature’s Deli Treats; Nobblys Dental Dog Chews (Petello); Yak Cheese with Peanut Butter Dog Chew (Petello); Walter Harrison’s Peanut Butter Jars and Feeder.

Percuro Pet Food – Percuro Snappies Petto Smart Nutrition (Vital) – Plant and insect based treats

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PETQUIP AWARDS 2022

FOOD/TREATS (contd) Sabre Pet Food Wholesale – Primal Spirit by Alpha Spirit Iberian range; Multi-Protein Complete Dog Food Box – SemiMoist (9kg)

Picture gallery from awards night

Snif-Snax - Salmon skin topper for dogs/cats, salmon & sweet potato topper for dogs/cats The Buffalo Co (Vital) – Natural Buffalo Ears Walker & Drake – Puppy food Whitebridge Pet Brands – Schesir Baby Thrive Wilsons Pet Food – Scottish Salmon Oil; Natural Premium Dog Treats; Insect Protein Cold Pressed Dog Food; Vegan Protein Cold Pressed Dog Food HEALTHCARE/ANIMAL GROOMING Buddycare – Buddycare dog shampoo Company of Animals – Oatmeal Dorwest Herbs – MoveWellia Tablets Gizzls – Gut Support Henry & Co – Organic Coconut and Lime Fragrance sprays MSD Animal Health – Home Again Thermochip Microchip Pedigree Wholesale – TropiClean Enticers Dental Ball Kit for Dogs; TropiClean Essentials Collection Peregrine Live Foods – ProRep Tortoise Life Bio Pets Choice – B-Calm pet bedding spray Poorly Paws – Poorly Paws first aid kit ProTrainings Europe – Pet first aid kits; Pet first aid gift cards The Soap Story (Vital) – Solid dog shampoo bars Watermans – Pet Wash

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