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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Pets Choice CEO Tony Raeburn said that the firm will be contacting customers about the deal soon.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Magalini: 'Cats are notoriously selective eaters, so we're thrilled with the enthusiastic reception. It's clear that our feline friends can't tell the difference.']]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Both new regional presidents commenced their roles 1 March 2025.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[AB Agri Ltd was fined more than £500k after an employee's arm was severed during an accident with machinery]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[‘Chick Bites’ made by The Pack created using Meatly Chicken goes on sale in a limited launch run at Pets at Home.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Craig Wallace said that the investment has come at an exciting time for the business.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[manufacturer Different Dog has signed a 10 year lease on 40,000 sq ft unit at Pioneer Park in Telford]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Nestlé Purina unveils £150 million upgrade at Wisbech site. Credit: Nestlé]]></image:caption>
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