Butchers Pet Care

Butcher’s Pet Care is a UK-based producer of natural pet foods for dogs and cats, rooted in a family farming and butchery heritage. The company was founded in 1987 by Graham Baker, who leveraged his family's extensive experience in the meat industry to create a successful line of pet food. The Baker family's history in the meat trade dates back to a butcher shop started by Fred Baker in 1940, which evolved into Midland Meat Packers, one of Europe's largest beef slaughtering plants. Graham Baker, the youngest of four brothers, channeled his knowledge of meat and passion for dogs into developing the company's first product, the Original Tripe Mix, which launched in 1987 and remains a top seller.

The company operates in the pet food market, primarily serving dog and cat owners who prioritize natural, high-quality ingredients. Its business model focuses on manufacturing and distributing branded pet food products, which are sold through major UK retailers, online, and in several international markets, with a notable presence in Poland. Butcher's Pet Care also manufactures private-label products for various clients. The company's main manufacturing and distribution facility is a 385,000-square-foot plant located in Crick, Northamptonshire.

Butcher’s offers a portfolio of brands, including Butcher's for dogs, and Blink! and Classic for cats. The product lines are centered on natural, nourishing ingredients sourced from British and Irish farms. A key selling point is the absence of artificial colors, flavors, preservatives, gluten, and soya in their recipes. Their offerings include grain-free options, specialized formulas like the Healthy Heart range, and their iconic tripe-based recipes. The company emphasizes its commitment to sustainability with fully recyclable packaging for its canned products. In late 2024, Butcher's Pet Care was acquired by Inspired Pet Nutrition (IPN), a move intended to create a pet food group with over £350 million in sales and to facilitate further European expansion. This acquisition combines Butcher's expertise in wet food with IPN's strength in dry food, positioning the new entity for significant growth.

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