UK Pet Food

Feeding pets the right amount is just as important as choosing the right food. According to our latest report; 63% of pet owners follow feeding guidelines, but 18% don’t weigh out their pet’s food. Accurately weighing food, especially using digital scales, is crucial to ensure pets get the nutrition they need while maintaining a healthy weight. As veterinary nurse Joy Shutt explains: “Feeding cups should only be used alongside digital weighing scales, as studies show they often lead to overfeeding.” 🟡UK Pet Food’s Commitment 2: Provide guidance on interpreting feeding guidelines, emphasising the importance of digital scales, and adjusting for accurate portions. For more tips on feeding, visit our website here: https://lnkd.in/dDmw3CvE #petobesity #petnutrition #weightmanagement

Following the release of our Obesity Report, let's delve into the five weighty focus areas and our commitments, which coincide with them! Our first commitment in tackling pet obesity is to educate on the role of prepared pet food in providing complete and balanced nutrition. 📊 Did you know? 48% of pet owners exclusively feed their pets prepared pet food 52% supplement their pets’ diets with human scraps or treats It’s crucial to select a complete pet food from the start to meet your pet's unique needs. As Nicole Paley highlights "By providing a complete pet food, owners can have total confidence they’re providing all the nutrients in the right proportions." 🟡UK Pet Food’s Commitment 1: We are dedicated to providing educational resources that help pet owners understand their diet options. To learn more, check out our ‘Benefits of Prepared Pet Food’ factsheet: https://lnkd.in/dWC6X4yU Stay tuned as we continue to explore more Weighty Areas of Focus and the commitments that will help improve pet health! #petnutrition #petobesity #petobesityprevention

We’re thrilled to share our feature in the Healthy Life Media Limited; Health Pet Guide October issue. Our piece, Keeping Pets at a Healthy Weight, aligns perfectly with the recent launch of our Pet Obesity Report. It covers expert advice on feeding a balanced diet, recognising healthy weight, and managing weight through increased exercise and diet adjustments. 💻Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dMe7pJjd Thanks William Robbins for the opportunity to contribute to this issue! #petobesity #petweightmanagement #petnutrition

To coincide with the release of our Obesity Report, we’ve created a dedicated space where vets, pet owners, and industry professionals can easily access everything they need for managing pet weight. Check out our new 'Spotlight on Obesity' page! 💻 🔎 https://lnkd.in/dSw6bf5t This new hub brings together data, weight management tools, fact sheets, and resources mentioned in the report, all in one simple, easy-to-navigate space. Whether you’re reading the report or seeking practical advice, the Spotlight on Obesity page is a comprehensive resource designed to support your efforts. Thanks to our Associate Member, Butcher & Gundersen, for their work so far in transforming complex information into clear, engaging content and easy navigation. #petobesityprevention #petobesity #petnutrition Sarah Teasdale

We were thrilled to be hosted at Portcullis House yesterday for a two-hour drop-in session, kindly hosted by Sir Roger Gale. It was a fantastic opportunity to introduce ourselves and our industry to new MPs while presenting our Obesity Report. Twelve MPs and two staffers attended, with whom we discussed the key components of our manifesto, including raising awareness about the critical issue of pet obesity. By engaging with policymakers, we hope to keep awareness of UK Pet Food as their partner on vital topics such as the health and well-being of pets across the UK. Thanks to all who attended and signed our Pledge Board, highlighting their dedication to supporting the well-being of the nation’s pets. #petsinsociety #petobesity #UKPetFood Peter Prinsley MPSharon HodgsonSeamus LoganSteve WitherdenJack Abbott Roger Gale MPRichard Baker Jas AthwalPaul Kohler Iqbal Mohamed Rachel Gilmour Shockat Adam Ruth JonesNicole PaleySarah HormoziMichael B.Donna Holland

Exciting to see the impact of our latest UK Pet Obesity Report already! Our data and experts were featured in this MailOnline article on dog breeds with the highest obesity rates, highlighting the disconnect between how owners and vets view the size of their pets. The article also includes insights on bird and small animal data from our report. 💻Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/daeFy-PN Nathalie DowgrayChristine HuggettVicki BaldreyCat HenstridgeShivali Best

Today, we’re excited to announce the release of our 4th Obesity Report, which explores the growing issue of pet obesity and highlights the positive steps we can all take to support healthier pets. In this report, we: 🟡 Outline five key focus areas to address pet obesity. 🟡 Make five major commitments to help pet owners manage their pets' weight more effectively. 🟡 Provide 5 Pro Toolkits, developed by leading pet and veterinary care professionals, with actionable insights and strategies. We hope this report, along with its expert advice and practical resources, will be a valuable tool in helping pets live healthier, longer lives. 🔗 Read the full report and access the toolkits on our website: https://lnkd.in/dtgzrf7j A huge thank you to the experts who contributed to this important work! Alison Thomas Cat Henstridge Charlotte McNamara Dr Andrew Miller Dr Christine Huggett Dr Fiona Cooke Dr Nathalie Dowgray Fabian Rivers Georgia Woods-Lee BSc (Hons) RVN CertCFVHNut VTS (Nut) Prof Thomas Webb Prof Alex German Joy Shutt Annabel Battersby Robin Hargreaves Vicki Baldrey Davide Stefanutti #UKPetFoodObesityReport #PetObesityPrevention #PetNutrition

Great to get together this week with our national association members. Collectively these associations represent small and medium sized enterprises, as well as larger organisations, who produce a huge range of wet, dry and raw pet food. As a not-for-profit trade body, our diverse membership works collaboratively to ensure the supply of nutritious pet food. Thank you to all of our members who support the health and well-being of pets. #tradeassociations #membership #petnutrition #pethealth LA FACCO NVG - Nederlandse Voedingsindustrie Gezelschapsdieren Industrieverband Heimtierbedarf (IVH) e.V. UK Pet Food FÉSZ: Federation of Hungarian Food Industries POLKARMA Polskie Stowarzyszenie Producentów Karmy dla Zwierząt Domowych BEPEFA

The team had a great few days catching up with our members and meeting new faces at the PATS - Pet & Aquatics Trade Show last week. It was exciting to see the brand passion across each stand, showcasing a variety of feeding strategies for different species, while always focusing on the right nutrition for pets. Thanks for hosting such a great event Gordon Thomas IMPACT EXHIBITIONS & EVENTS LIMITED

We are pleased to share that yesterday’s Combined Committee Day was another success, bringing together members from across our industry to align our priorities and shape ongoing projects. 🎉 A big thank you to all our members who attended and contributed yesterday. Your input is key as we shape our 2025 workplan and finalise our 2024 activities. Special thanks to our speakers: 🟡Charlotte Dixon and Louise Mackintosh, our communication co-chairs for introducing our upcoming campaign to the membership. More on this in November! 🟡Simon Darby from PLMR, who provided insights on the new Labour government’s impact on the pet food industry and our priority areas. 🟡Laura Rudolph PR Expert and Rachel Roberts from our Associate members Leopard Co, who set the scene for the day and shared strategies for staying authentic in an age of misinformation. We’re grateful for everyone’s active participation throughout the day and are excited to see these projects take shape.