Why Retail Margins Matter for Pet Businesses – And How Nourished Pets Supports You
- Daniel Harris
- Jun 12
- 3 min read
Boost profits while stocking natural, UK-made dog treats. Here's why strong margins aren’t just about money — they’re about building a business that does good for dogs and the people who care for them.
At Nourished Pets, our mission is simple but powerful: To create genuinely good food and treats that help dogs live healthier, happier lives.
And that mission doesn’t stop with what’s in the bag — it’s at the heart of how we work with our trade partners. Whether you run a pet shop, grooming salon, training business, or dog walking service, we want to support you — not just sell to you.
We’re building a community of people who care deeply about dogs, and we believe that strong, fair margins are part of building real, sustainable partnerships — where everyone wins.
Why Good Margins Matter — And Why We're In This for More Than Profit
What Do We Mean by 'Margins'?
Your margin is the difference between what you pay for a product and what you sell it for — it’s your profit per sale.
For example: If you buy a pack of treats at £3.30 (ex. VAT) and sell it at £5.50, your profit is £2.20, which gives you a 40% margin — a strong, sustainable return in the pet industry.
We’re Not Just Here to Sell
We didn’t create Nourished Pets just to turn a profit. We started because we wanted to see something better in the world of pet products — treats that are made honestly, using clean ingredients, with the dog’s wellbeing as the priority. So when we say we care about your margins, it’s not just a business move. It’s a reflection of how we do things:
Fairly
Transparently
With respect for the people behind small businesses
Whether you sell online, from a shop counter, out of your car boot, or on a training field — we see you, and we value the work you do.
Who We Work With
We’re proud to partner with all kinds of brilliant dog-centred businesses:
Independent pet shops
Groomers and salons
Boutique retailers & farm shops
Subscription box companies
Dog walkers who want to give something extra to their clients
Dog trainers, behaviourists & enrichment coaches
Pet nutritionists and wellbeing specialists
plus many more
We’re here for the people who care about what goes into every treat — because dogs deserve better.
Why Good Margins Matter for You (and Us)
1. They Help Small Businesses Thrive
You work hard to build trust with your customers. You deserve products that not only align with your values, but also make your business more sustainable.
2. They Make Reordering Easier
When a product sells well and earns you a fair return, reordering becomes a no-brainer. Our aim is long-term partnerships, not one-off orders.
3. They Give You Room to Grow
Whether you're investing in stock, signage, staff or social media — solid margins give you breathing space and flexibility.
4. They Show We’re in This Together
Good margins mean we’re thinking about your success, not just ours. That’s how real relationships are built — and that’s the only kind we’re interested in.
What You Get When You Stock Nourished Pets
100% natural, air-dried dog treats
Many single-protein flavours: i.e chicken, beef, venison, duck, wild boar & more fun flavours like kangaroo
We can offer LOW MOQ's including Trade Starter Bundle — that's just 48 packs to begin
Retail margin of up to 40%
Free POS materials & product samples by request
Made in Europe treats, packed sustainably
10% discount on your second order within 30 days
Let’s Build Something Good
We don’t want to be the biggest. We want to be the most trusted.
If you're a business with heart — whether you walk dogs, sell products, groom pups or help dogs thrive through training — we’d love to work with you.
We believe dogs deserve the very best & so do the people who care for them.
👉 Apply for a Trade Account Or Contact us — we’d love to hear your story.
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